They See Blue (TSB) Stands in Solidarity with the Sikh Community and Victims of Senseless Gun Violence

PRESS RELEASES

5/4/20211 min read

***Sikh and South Asian communities, like all Americans, continue to be impacted by violence and hate which is amplified by an irresponsible guns policy. In light of the recent tragedy at the Indianapolis Fedex facility, They See Blue will be organizing a BITS talk on the topic of gun sense on May 16th and encourages all members of the community to attend. ***

Bay Area, California

Almost two weeks ago, the United States as a whole and Sikh communities globally mourned the loss of eight precious lives at the hands of senseless gun violence that disproportionately targeted and impacted the Sikh community in Indianapolis, Indiana. We remember the victims here and extend our thoughts and prayers to their families, friends, colleagues, and communities.

Matthew R. Alexander, Samaria Blackwell, Amarjeet Johal, Jasvinder Kaur, Jaswinder Singh, Amarjit Sekhon, Karli Smith, John Weisert

As we continue to face challenges globally as South Asians and as Americans, They See Blue calls for solidarity, mutual learning, cultural diversities, and remembers the victims of the recent spate of gun violence our Sikh community has endured. We support the call by the community for a full investigation into the incident.

We send love to communities in our diaspora all over the world. And we will continue to work in support of a sensible gun policy that prioritizes the safety and security of all of our sisters and brothers.

Donations to the families of the victims in Indianapolis can be made here. The local Sikh community will share the funds with all the affected families.