University of California President Janet Napolitano made the following statement today (May 24):
“I am shocked and deeply saddened by the news of a mass shooting last night in the Isla Vista area near UC Santa Barbara. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims of this tragedy, their families and the entire Santa Barbara community. I have been in touch with UCSB Chancellor Henry Yang since the news broke, and have told him the UC Office of the President will assist his campus in any way we can.
“While details on the shooting are scarce and families are still being notified, the campus is already taking steps in response. University officials have set up a room for families who are coming to campus, and are making counseling services available to any students, faculty and staff who need our support. UC Santa Barbara officials are also working with the local County Sheriff’s Office and have opened the campus’ Emergency Operations Center. We will share additional information as it becomes available.”
Janet makes the same old feckless responses to a very serious problems. This is typical of Janet. How she was able to hold high level jobs is beyond me.
ReplyDeleteBy the 24th, it was known that this young man had been visited by the Santa Barbara Sheriff's Deputies, for personal issues. It was known that he was wealthy and connected to an important Father. It was known that he had purchased weapons. It was known that he had posted a violent video. In addition, it was known that he had Autism Spectrum Disorder. finally, there could have been suggestions based upon this information to try to reduce this sort of shooting.
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