Oakland Mayor: “I Apologize For What Happened”

Posted by | October 29, 2011 14:00 | Filed under: Top Stories


Oakland Mayor Jean Quan says she’s sorry for clashes with the police that left former Marine Scott Olsen hospitalized with brain damage.

“I am deeply saddened about the outcome on Tuesday,” Quan said in a video statement posted online in which the shouts of protesters rallying outside City Hall could be heard in the background.

“It was not what anyone hoped for. Ultimately, it was my responsibility, and I apologise for what happened,” she said. “We can change America, but we must unite and not divide our city. I hope we can work together.

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