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As Hamden s political turmoil rages, calls for healing, demands for change
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Hamden mayor (opinion): Let s . heal together after community outcry
Submitted by Hamden Mayor Curt Balzano Leng
April 16, 2021
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As the leaders representing Hamden’s three branches of elected government, we don’t profess to fully understand the personal feelings experienced during and after the verbal exchange that occurred during a Hamden Legislative Council meeting last week. We openly acknowledge that we must continue to be active listeners to learn and improve on how to best treat people in every circumstance.
For her part in this incident, Councilwoman Valerie Horsley has apologized in writing and in person. She has reflected, talked and listened to many people; and has reaffirmed her commitment to continue working on building a culture of equity and inclusion for the betterment of Hamden. We recognize Councilwoman Horseley’s apology as a reminder that the path toward healing is paved with these th
To that, Farmer replied, That is well taken, councilwoman Horsley. The professor then shot back, Dr Horsley, thank you, and was caught mouthing the f-word and shaking her head. The incident led to widespread condemnation of Horsley, who has also been asked to resign. Here s everything we know about Horsley.
Valerie Horsley during the Hamden council meeting (screenshot from Hamden Action Now via YouTube)
Who is Valerie Horsley?
Valerie Horsley is a noted cell biologist. She was raised by a single mother and a variety of graduate students. When she was a child, her mother was busy pursuing her doctorate in industrial engineering. Initially, she wanted to pursue a career as a physican, but decided to switch tracks to research instead. In 1998, she completed her BSc. in biology at Furman University. In 2003, she received her PhD from Emory University. Horsley then did her postdoctoral training under Elaine Fuchs at Rockefeller University.
On April 5, Hamden Councilwoman Valerie Horsley interrupted Councilman Justin Farmer
Farmer was asking a question about how the town was paying for an ice rink
She interrupted, saying point of order! over Zoom
He replied: That is well taken, councilwoman Horseley
She shot back: Dr Horseley, thank you, then mouthed the F-word and shook her head
She apologized on Facebook after being criticized for her behavior
He has accepted her apology, saying it s in everyone s best interest to move on
Now, there is a Change.org petition comparing her to Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin
The petition organizers said she knelt on Farmer s neck just like Chauvin knelt on George Floyd s
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