VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-30
“They wanted to make sure that they tried to whitewash the narrative as they’re saying that these are just retaliations between individuals.”
Dr. Ronald Gates · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30
Dr. Ronald Gates criticized city officials for describing violent incidents merely as retaliation between individuals.
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