July 20, 2012

GOV. MALLOY DIRECTS FLAGS TO HALF-STAFF IN RECOGNITION OF COLORADO TRAGEDY

Presidential Proclamation Orders Flags Down

(HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy, in response to a proclamation from President Barack Obama, has directed all U.S. and state flags in Connecticut to fly at half-staff until sunset on July 25, 2012 honoring the victims of the tragic shooting in Colorado.

"What happened in Colorado is a traumatic and terrible event-the victims and their families are in our prayers today, and our thoughts are with the people of Colorado. We join them in their anguish and their outrage at this senseless act of violence, and offer our support during this very difficult time."

President Obama's proclamation and remarks are available at www.WhiteHouse.gov .

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For Immediate Release: July 20, 2012

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