Statement from House Democratic Leader-Elect Tim Greimel (Auburn Hills) and House Democratic Floor Leader-Elect Rudy Hobbs (Southfield) deploring violence against local food vendor Clint Tarver:

“Everyone who works in and around the state Capitol knows Clint Tarver as ‘the hot dog guy,’ a man who is appreciated for his smiles and friendly greetings as much as he is for the food he serves. The House Democratic Caucus was disappointed to learn that some of his equipment was damaged during ‘right-to-work’ protests yesterday. Violence of any kind is never acceptable, and it’s particularly dismaying when it happens to someone so beloved by the Capitol community. We look forward to supporting Tarver’s business and hiring him to cater a caucus lunch next year.”