Statement from Silicon Valley Leadership Group CEO Ahmad Thomas on Kyle Rittenhouse Verdict

SAN JOSÉ, CA (Nov 19, 2021) — “I’m disappointed but not surprised by today’s verdict. Those who engage in protest for social justice and equity should not be expected to accept the potential for violence. And Black jurists should not be systematically excluded from the judicial process. Today’s verdict arrived in the midst of our Innovating Equity Summit, underscoring the fact that although progress on DEI is underway in the workplace and the boardroom, we still have a long way to go when it comes to achieving a racially just and equitable society. This verdict, while extremely disappointing, is sadly not an anomaly. We remain focused on advancing business and policy solutions that will help tackle systemic inequalities and promote greater inclusion and justice for all.”

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Silicon Valley Leadership group is California’s most dynamic business association. Building on four decades of success in championing the solutions that make Silicon Valley the best place to work and live, we promote solutions focused on fostering business competitiveness and the region’s innovation ecosystem. Collectively, SVLG members provide nearly one of every three private sector jobs in Silicon Valley and contribute more than $3 trillion to the worldwide economy each year. For more information, please visit svlg.org.
 
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