Statement from Rep. Peter DeFazio Marking One Year Since the Events at Umpqua Community College

“As we mark one year since the tragic shooting at Umpqua Community College, we stand strong with the community of Roseburg.  Our thoughts are with the friends and family who lost loved ones that day, and with a community that continues to work together to recover.

“I want to commemorate the selfless actions of the first responders, the leaders of the community, and people of Roseburg who demonstrated courage, tenacity, generosity and compassion in the wake of this unthinkable event.  We must also thank those who have worked tirelessly over the past year to help the community of Roseburg heal.  

“There is still a long road ahead in repairing the damage that was done, but we are inspired by the strength, resiliency and spirit embodied in this town—that’s UCC strong.”