Bethel State Representative Raghib Allie-Brennan says he is disappointed with the decision to cancel the vigil in Bethel tonight, saying it would have been a vital opportunity to come together as a community to condemn systemic racism, to grieve, and to begin to heal. Allie-Brennan noted that similar peaceful events have taken place without incident in towns across the state, most of which have had the support of local elected officials and law enforcement leaders.  He was confident that residents would have maintained a respectful and peaceful atmosphere, had they been given the opportunity to gather.