President Barack Obama organised the meeting between Mr Gates and Sgt Jim Crowley in a bid to defuse the race row triggered by the arrest.
As promised, the three men and Vice-President Joe Biden enjoyed a beer while they discussed the situation.
Mr Obama drew criticism when he described the arrest as "stupid".
The president said Thursday's meeting produced a "friendly, thoughtful conversation".
"I have always believed that what brings us together is stronger than what pulls us apart," he said in a statement.
"I am confident that has happened here tonight, and I am hopeful that all of us are able to draw this positive lesson from this episode." More in bbcnews
As promised, the three men and Vice-President Joe Biden enjoyed a beer while they discussed the situation.
Mr Obama drew criticism when he described the arrest as "stupid".
The president said Thursday's meeting produced a "friendly, thoughtful conversation".
"I have always believed that what brings us together is stronger than what pulls us apart," he said in a statement.
"I am confident that has happened here tonight, and I am hopeful that all of us are able to draw this positive lesson from this episode." More in bbcnews
No comments:
Post a Comment