 you should walk in my shoes one day.” Fonfara later apologized for his racial comment.Thirteen civil and human rights organizations including the American Civil Liberties Union and the Connecticut Women’s Education and Legal Fund condemned Fonfara’s conduct.Senate President Martin Looney also condemned Fonfara but also called for everyone to use it as a teachable moment and move forward positively, saying “It is my hope that this extremely unfortunate incident will lead to a much-needed conversation on racial and gender power dynamics both here at the Capitol and in the community, leading us all to be better, more inclusive policymakers... Ms. Walker and everyone who sets foot in the Capitol should be able to enter this building secure in the knowledge that they will be treated with respect.”