Je Suis Charlie

The Talon would like to to join in the declaration “Je Suis Charlie” or “I am Charlie” to show support for the twelve victims of the a terrorist attack on the Charlie Hedbo satirical newspaper in Paris on Wednesday January 7. The attack is said to be in direct response to recent comics posted regarding ISIS and has brought about a larger movement of media organizations and other supporters showing solidarity for freedom of press.

Below are links to additional information to help readers understand the event that occurred and the support that followed.

http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2015/01/07/us/ap-eu-paris-attack-i-am-charlie.html

http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2015/01/07/375719813/two-suspected-gunmen-in-charlie-hebdo-attack-remain-at-large