Rep. Bass Statement on Continued Violence in Guinea Over Potential Third Presidential Term

"I am disappointed that a constitutional referendum passed that could allow President Alpha Conde to run for a third presidential term. I also condemn the violence against the political opposition, protestors, and the citizens of Guinea by government forces. The people of Guinea have spoken by continuously protesting and boycotting. Reportedly, citizens who opposed the government’s constitutional reforms have been killed, kidnapped, and detained by the country’s government.
 
"Young people are organized, engaged, and using their own voices to display anger over a possible third term by President Conde. It is every person’s right in Guinea to protest peacefully.  The Government of Guinea should listen to the will of the people and let its citizens express themselves freely.
 
"Once more, I urge President Alpha Conde to not seek a third presidential term and allow the political process to play out during the elections later in the year."