Consider This from NPR Revisiting January 6th One Year Later
Jan 3, 2022
A year after the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, the emotional toll on Capitol Police officers is explored, with Sergeant Aquilino Gonell sharing his harrowing experience. The chaotic moments of January 6th are revisited, illustrating the violence, political responses, and the impact on democracy. As lawmakers navigated the tumult, the certification of President Biden's electoral votes became a historic yet turbulent event. The podcast reflects on the continuing implications of that day and the divided responses in the aftermath.
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Gonell's Flashback
- Sergeant Aquilino Gonell experienced a flashback to January 6th while on duty.
- Construction sounds triggered memories of the attack, highlighting the lasting impact of the day.
Downplaying the Severity
- Sergeant Gonell expressed pain over politicians downplaying January 6th.
- He emphasized that the day nearly cost him his life, contrasting their rhetoric with his lived experience.
January 6th Events
- On January 6th, Trump supporters gathered near the White House and the Capitol.
- A mob breached the Capitol, delaying the certification of Joe Biden's election victory.