CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – After being accused of antisemitism by some in the community, Champaign City Council member Davion Williams has apologized for his comments from last week’s city council meeting. Here is his statement:
“Please accept this statement as a heartfelt apology for my comments during the December 17th Champaign Council meeting. It was never my intention for my comments to be offensive, hurtful or antisemitic. However, my intention does not negate the impact of my words. I am in favor of a ceasefire but understand that was lost when I did not accurately or carefully explain my position. As an elected official it is my responsibility to uphold values that ensure fairness, civility and understanding for all citizens. I know all to well as a black man, the pain of being stereotyped, discriminated against, threatened and mistreated. I do not want anyone to feel this way especially from words I have spoken. As in the words I sang earlier that evening ‘let there be peace and let it begin with me’.”
Champaign Mayor Deb Frank Feinen released a statement yesterday condemning his comments from the meeting.