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Atlantic City residents talk about their grief over those lost to violence and their desire for change

Ben Fogletto

healing

George Rex, of Atlantic City, speaks Saturday about his reaction after his son was killed 17 years ago. The gathering at Stanley Holmes Village in the city was a chance for people to talk about their grief from the viiolece in the city and their desire for change.

Ben Fogletto

healing

George Rex of Atlantic City speaks. Saturday January 19 2013 A stop the violence, break the silence, day of healing at the Stanley Holmes Community Center in Atlantic City for families who have fallen victim to violence. (The Press of Atlantic City / Ben Fogletto)

Ben Fogletto

healing

Organizer Marte King speaks. Saturday January 19 2013 A stop the violence, break the silence, day of healing at the Stanley Holmes Community Center in Atlantic City for families who have fallen victim to violence. (The Press of Atlantic City / Ben Fogletto)

Ben Fogletto

healing

Mikal Abdullah, of Mikal's Funeral Parlor, speaks. Saturday January 19 2013 A stop the violence, break the silence, day of healing at the Stanley Holmes Community Center in Atlantic City for families who have fallen victim to violence. (The Press of Atlantic City / Ben Fogletto)