Rep. Kelly Recounts January 6th Insurrection and Warns of Ongoing Political Violence

Personal Account of the January 6th Insurrection

• 📌 Representative Kelly recounts her terrifying experience during the January 6th insurrection, including hiding on her hands and knees in the gallery and removing identifying items.
• 💬 She describes the fear of not knowing who was at the door and the relief of being guided to safety by Capitol Police.
• 💔 Kelly honors the police officers who saved lives and protected them, acknowledging the 140 injured and 5 who died.
• 🤝 Acknowledges the unbreakable bond formed with colleagues who were also present in the gallery that day.

Concerns About Escalating Political Violence

• ⚠️ Kelly asserts that the January 6th events have led to even more political violence.
• ⚖️ She criticizes former President Trump's pardon of January 6th insurrectionists, many of whom were arrested for serious crimes, stating he does not care for law and order unless it serves him.
• 🗣️ His violent rhetoric is noted as having worsened, contributing to increased political violence across the country.
• 📢 The spread of lies, such as those concerning the death of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hartman, is highlighted as a dangerous consequence.

Upholding Democratic Norms

• 🏛️ Kelly emphasizes the duty to uphold democratic norms and condemn anyone attempting to undermine democracy, regardless of their position.
• ❓ She expresses deep concern about identifying the individuals involved in the insurrection, particularly those who may have been released by former President Trump, and questions their motives and potential impact on communities.
• 🔍 The desire to know who those people behind the mask are is a significant concern, especially given their advertised employment possibly linking them to those pardoned.