Connecticut Jewish leaders react to D.C. attack
Bethel man arrested, charged with sexual assault
David Warren, president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford, says that now is a deeply painful moment that is 'unnerving.'
Waren says the community is standing in solidarity with those affected by the 'heinous act of of antisemitic violence.'
'I think everybody feels vulnerable right now,' Waren said. 'This could have been our kids. This could have been us coming out of an event, and event with security.'
Waren went on to say that when any community is targeted, we are all targeted. They are working with local police departments in the area to collaboratively set up security.
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