National Urban League President Marc Morial Celebrates Election of First Black Sheriff in Caddo Parish, Calling it a "Triumph for Democracy"

NEW YORK  (March 27, 2024) – National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial issued the following statement in response to Henry Whitehorn’s election as Sheriff of Caddo Parish:

“Henry Whitehorn’s election represents a triumph not only over the historic racial violence that earned this region the nickname “Bloody Caddo,” but also over the deplorable voter suppression tactics of the present. For months, Mr. Whitehorn’s opponent and his supporters refused to accept the will of the voters and contaminated the democratic process with disinformation.

“Mr. Whitehorn’s election is a triumph for democracy and a testament to his integrity. The people of Caddo Parish have spoken, and we have every confidence they will be well-served by their choice.”