Statement by Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.:

Make no mistake, today is one of the darkest days in our nation’s history. But I believe we are better than the discord created in Washington. Our democratic principles have formed the bedrock of our country and they will not be broken by the tantrums of President Trump. I look forward to President-Elect Biden’s inauguration and a return to decency, honesty and truthfulness from our national leaders.