Tiger Woods Releases Statement on George Floyd's Death, Says He Has Respect for Law Enforcement

Pro golfer Tiger Woods has released a statement on the death of George Floyd that has incited riots across America.

“My heart goes out to George Floyd, his loved ones and all of us who are hurting right now,” he wrote in a statement, posted to Twitter. “I have always had the utmost respect for our law enforcement. They train so diligently to understand how, when and where to use force. This shocking tragedy clearly crossed that line.”

“I remember the LA riots and learned that education is the best path forward,” Tiger added. “We can make our points without burning the very neighborhoods that we live in. I hope that through construction, honest conversations we can build a safer, united society.”

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