Mayor Vi Lyles

Mayor Vi Lyles @CLTMayor

On a personal note, I consider it a tribute to my father that my five brothers have a strong faith, wonderful families, and also give back to our community. Again, Happy Father’s Day to everyone! https://t.co/IQkgZPexpt — PolitiTweet.org

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To all of the fathers, brothers, friends, uncles, grandfathers, and stepfathers, I want to wish you a Happy Father’s Day! It’s not always easy being a dad, but know that you are loved and appreciated. On this day, I celebrate you! https://t.co/SzoMgcnJuw — PolitiTweet.org

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Let’s continue to work together to make a difference! — PolitiTweet.org

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Today, I participated in Black Lives Been Mattered, a panel held by Charlotte's own DaBaby that covered systemic racism and the impact of the BLM movement. I was joined by Councilman Braxton Winston, Sheriff Garry McFadden, former Carolina Panther Thomas Davis, and others. https://t.co/q3YplvRwow — PolitiTweet.org

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Honeywell donates $2M for new innovation fund helping small businesses in uptown area https://t.co/eR2LCWnHyi — PolitiTweet.org

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Diversity in every form should be welcomed with open arms. Inclusivity and equality is a human right deserved by all. To my LGBTQIA+ community, 🏳️‍🌈 Happy #PrideMonth! 🏳️‍🌈 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CLTgov: https://t.co/RdURHxm5j8 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @MeckCounty: The Rosa Parks Farmers Market is back! It reopens Tuesday in its new location on Beatties Ford Road » https://t.co/GiF1MUxS… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CLTgov: For a limited time, restaurants can convert up to 25% of dedicated parking space into temporary outside dining. Restaurant own… — PolitiTweet.org

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It’s time for Charlotte to be uncomfortable about race. https://t.co/4w67ggDA5O — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @NC_Governor: Updates from Gov. Cooper's COVID-19 briefing: — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CLTgov: Done. #BlackLivesMatter 📸 // John Merrick Media https://t.co/uFJfnhlAxQ — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CLTgov: Mayor Vi Lyles and the Economic Development Department hosts a mentorship webinar series to connect local businesses to resourc… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @DestinyM_TV: Assistant city manager for @CLTgov tells me he took on this #BlackLivesMatter painting project as a way to bring people in… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @keithcradlephd: Happening Uptown NOW! This is major @CLTgov. Art is transforming our streets. Love it. https://t.co/wvjws6rC5T — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @NC_Governor: COVID-19 is taking advantage of inequalities that communities of color face, and we’re taking action to bring more health… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @NC_Governor: We have been committed to a safe RNC convention in North Carolina and it’s unfortunate they never agreed to scale down and… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Hunt_Saenz: Speaker asks, “Where has the mayor been?” Goes onto say, “Our elected leaders do not know how to effectively deal with pove… — PolitiTweet.org

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peaceful and stay focused on building equitable and just cities for all in North Carolina. And we pledge to make every effort within our power to fight systemic racism within our police forces, cities and this nation. — PolitiTweet.org

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of the police officers involved. We also support the rights of those who are peacefully protesting and honoring the memory of George Floyd and countless others that have been victims of systemic racism and police violence. Let’s work together to ensure that protests remain — PolitiTweet.org

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officers every day—officers who themselves abhor the racism and violence so evident in the death of George Floyd. Our hearts go out to Mr. Floyd and his family. We support Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis in his call for justice and accountability. We expect a full and fair trial — PolitiTweet.org

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with the police leadership in our cities, and we know that they also will not tolerate this kind of police violence and racism within their forces. Such acts not only harm innocent people, but they also deeply erode trust in our police forces, despite the good work of so many — PolitiTweet.org

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a Minneapolis police officer while pleading for his life as three other officers stood by and did nothing to help him, even as he called out, “I can’t breathe.” As a society, we cannot tolerate this kind of police violence rooted in systemic racism. As mayors, we work closely — PolitiTweet.org

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As mayors of cities in North Carolina, we have come together to express our abhorrence of the horrific murder of George Floyd, an act of unspeakable violence, cold inhumanity and racism. The photographic evidence of this act speaks for itself. Mr. Floyd was suffocated to death by https://t.co/dFmnPG6rUr — PolitiTweet.org

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I attended a prayer vigil today at my place of worship, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. In the midst of all this turmoil, we must hold even closer to our faith. We are not alone in this. Please stay safe. And keep praying, as will I. https://t.co/A3v2guvZyx — PolitiTweet.org

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The best thing we can do right now is listen and understand the pain and frustration of demonstrators. Today, with the help of community faith leaders, City Council Member Larken Egleston and Mayor Pro Tem Julie Eiselt, we met with activists and we listened. https://t.co/SIGcy9vgwI — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @JoeBrunoWSOC9: Prior to today’s press conference, Mayor Vi Lyles and other city leaders met with people protesting outside the Governme… — PolitiTweet.org

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offered assistance during this difficult time. We will be working with all of you in coming days and weeks. This is painful for all of us. — PolitiTweet.org

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The ability to protest is a right of all Americans and I support nonviolent activism for those who feel the need to do so. I want to thank the faith community leaders, civic leaders and community activists who have reached out and — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CMPD: There are reports of looting occurring at local businesses. CMPD is responding to ensure further damage and theft do not occur. — PolitiTweet.org