Lawmakers in Los Angeles have approved a resolution condemning the actions of Russian President Vladimir Putin in waging war against Ukraine.
The Los Angeles City Council votes 14-0 to pass the resolution, which also urges international divestment of holdings in Russia.
Members of the City Council express support for Ukraine, denouncing “horrific acts against humanity” and expressing concern that history is repeating itself.
“What’s happening in Ukraine right now is close to home for me,” Councilmember Paul Koretz says.
“My mother’s family fled Kyiv a hundred years ago to avoid the Russian pogroms, and I’ve been sick to my stomach seeing the photos of innocent men, women and especially children who have been murdered in this invasion,” he says.
Koretz also says it is important to support LA’s Russian communities and businesses.
“They are not responsible for the actions of an out-of-control madman,” he says.
The Board of Supervisors in neighboring Orange County also unanimously passes a similar resolution. It encourages the county to sever ties with any Russian-backed bank or financial institution. The county currently doesn’t have any direct investments in Russia.
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