Oklahoma City and Tulsa joined several other cities across the country on Saturday to protest the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement Sunday morning in response to those protests:
"Oklahomans stand together for justice. Like many of you, I am thankful the Minneapolis police officer is being held accountable for the senseless death of George Floyd.
As Oklahomans let their voices be heard, know that I will protect and support your right for peaceful demonstration. Also know this is different from acting out in a way that is violent and damaging property - the State will also support local law enforcement who are respectfully working to stop criminal activity.
Let’s demonstrate the Oklahoma Standard by listening to those who are hurting, by uniting to see change that delivers a better future for all, and by being respectful of each other, our police and our first responders."
The group Black Lives Matter has scheduled a protest for Sunday afternoon in Northeast Oklahoma City.