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STAND Condemns Security Forces’ Raid on CDC Headquarters, Urges Constructive Dialogue to Reduce Tensions, Foster Peace
Liberia’s prominent civil society and anti-impunity organization, the Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND), condemns the August 22 police raid that allegedly targeted the Small Town community but spread into the headquarters of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC). STAND therefore calls for an immediate investigation into the unfortunate incident—which brought normal business activity to a standstill, created panic and pandemonium, and resulted in multiple injuries on both sides—STAND demands that those responsible be held accountable and face appropriate sanctions to set a precedent against future occurrences. STANDRead More