After Obama and Hillary tweeted about “Easter worshipper”,
The attacks on tourists and Easter worshippers in Sri Lanka are an attack on humanity. On a day devoted to love, redemption, and renewal, we pray for the victims and stand with the people of Sri Lanka.— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) 21 April 2019
On this holy weekend for many faiths, we must stand united against hatred and violence. I'm praying for everyone affected by today's horrific attacks on Easter worshippers and travelers in Sri Lanka.— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) 21 April 2019
many
people were wondering the same thing that as Newt Gingrich:
How do President Obama and Secretary Clinton both come up with Easter worshippers in their tweets about the murders in Sri Lanka? To have both of them use the same term the same day is strange. Is Easter Worshipper the left’s new way to avoid the word Christian? Pathetic— Newt Gingrich (@newtgingrich) 22 April 2019
But
they were far from the only ones who used the term “Easter worshipper” or something
else to seemly avoid calling them Christian.
2020 Democratic Presidential Candidates:
Cory Booker
The Apostle Paul wrote, "Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep." On a day meant for celebration, so many families in Sri Lanka are devastated, and my heart breaks along with theirs. There's absolutely no justification for this. https://t.co/RxdulEPnv4— Cory Booker (@CoryBooker) 21 April 2019
Contrasted
with this tweet
I’m sickened by the news coming out of New Zealand—the horrific terrorist attack targeting Muslims at prayer that killed at least 49 people.— Cory Booker (@CoryBooker) 15 March 2019
The rising tide of white supremacy and Islamophobia around the globe must be met with our determination to work against hate.
Pete
Buttigieg
The killings in Sri Lanka shock us all. Near and far we have seen, many times now, rising terrorism against foreigners and against minorities in worship. America must help lead the world in resisting all such deadly hatred.— Pete Buttigieg (@PeteButtigieg) 21 April 2019
I
think “minorities in worship” is a new one. Is he talking about race or is he
talking about gender? Nobody knows. Not even Pete himself.
Julián
Castro
On a day of redemption and hope, the evil of these attacks on Easter worshippers and tourists in Sri Lanka is deeply saddening. My prayers today are with the dead and injured, and their families. May we find grace.— Julián Castro (@JulianCastro) 21 April 2019
Tulsi
Gabbard
My heart is with Sri Lanka on this #EasterSunday, w/hundreds killed & wounded in a horrific attack as they gathered in prayer. On a day devoted to love & peace, may we remember Jesus Christ’s message of love - for God & for each other - as we commit to defeating hate with love.— Tulsi Gabbard (@TulsiGabbard) 21 April 2019
Kirsten
Gillibrand
My heart is with the families of those killed in the horrific attack in Sri Lanka. No one should fear violence when they come together in worship, anywhere in the world. https://t.co/h5mDRqhbo2— Kirsten Gillibrand (@SenGillibrand) 21 April 2019
Kamala
Harris
Easter is a reminder that there is hope and rebirth even in the darkest of times. We must remember that today, more than ever.— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) 21 April 2019
I am horrified by the attacks in Sri Lanka, where so many families were celebrating such a joyous day. Praying for the victims and their loved ones.
Compare this to previous responses from
her, like:
My heart is heavy with grief for New Zealand & Muslims worldwide affected by the tragic murders in Christchurch. The massacre of those in a house of worship, in prayer, is evil & cowardly. We stand with our friends around the world to condemn hate & speak out against intolerance.— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) 15 March 2019
John
Hickenlooper
The tragedy that occurred on this Easter Sunday reminds us how being able to celebrate together in peace is a gift in and of itself. My family and I are sending our love to all those who observe today’s holiday, to those who don’t, and especially to those who are in mourning.— John Hickenlooper (@Hickenlooper) 22 April 2019
Jay
Inslee
My heart goes out to the victims of today’s horrific terrorist attack in Sri Lanka. We must understand that our sorrow at all losses, of all faiths, stems from the darkness of hatred. We must join together to stand against all shades of division.— Jay Inslee (@JayInslee) 21 April 2019
Amy
Klobuchar
✝️My prayers on this Easter Sunday are for the families of those killed and wounded by terrorists in the horrendous massacres in churches and other places in Sri Lanka. Religious freedom is a human right that will never be defeated by hate.
Tim
Ryan
Absolutely devastating. I strongly condemn these senseless attacks in Sri Lanka and pray for all those affected by this tragedy on Easter Sunday. We must fight hate with love, always.— Tim Ryan (@TimRyan) 21 April 2019
Eric
Swalwell
We pray for #SriLanka and its people as they mourn terrorist attacks against #Easter parishioners. No faith can ever be an enemy, anywhere in the world.— Eric Swalwell (@ericswalwell) 22 April 2019
Elizabeth
Warren
I'm heartsick for the victims of today’s terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka. Hundreds have been killed and wounded. To slaughter worshippers at church during Easter service is an act of great evil. My thoughts and my prayers are with the victims and their loved ones.— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) 21 April 2019
Marianne
Williamson
Prayers for the people of Sri Lanka this morning. May the love of so many from all around the world provide comfort and hope at this agonizing hour.— Marianne Williamson (@marwilliamson) 22 April 2019
Of them all,
I was only able to find two who managed to utter the seemingly tabooed word.
Beto O'Rourke
These acts of terror against Christians in Sri Lanka are unspeakably tragic. Our hearts are with the victims and their families. We owe them our commitment to making our world a place where no family lives in fear of persecution because of how they worship.— Beto O'Rourke (@BetoORourke) 21 April 2019
Andrew Yang
The attacks in Sri Lanka are a horrific tragedy. Our heartfelt condolences to the individuals and families who were victims of this senseless attack, particularly Christian communities who were celebrating in peace. #HumanityFirst— Andrew Yang (@AndrewYang) 21 April 2019
News Organisations:
The Hill
Obama condemns attacks on Easter worshippers in Sri Lanka as "an attack on humanity" https://t.co/sc2HNhDvTf pic.twitter.com/szwZ88LYU3— The Hill (@thehill) 21 April 2019
ABC News
Tourists, Easter worshippers lament the closure of Notre Dame. https://t.co/BR1PNSxBru pic.twitter.com/nBXvXFaclU— ABC News (@ABC) 20 April 2019
AFP news
agency
#UPDATE At least 290 are now known to have died in Sri Lanka after eight apparently co-ordinated explosions targeted Easter worshippers and high end hotels popular with international guests, with a further 500 wounded https://t.co/Jz1GYfQyg4 pic.twitter.com/XoNrQo2zCg— AFP news agency (@AFP) 22 April 2019
Others:
Rep. Dan
Kidee
Such a horrific terror attack on Easter worshippers and tourists in Sri Lanka. My thoughts are with the victims of today’s attack. We must stand united against hate and violence.— Rep. Dan Kildee (@RepDanKildee) 21 April 2019
Greg Stanton
The horrific attacks on Easter worshippers in Sri Lanka are heartbreaking. It fills me with sadness that an act of such hatred and violence took the lives of so many on the holiest of days. We have work to do so that every person, wherever they live, may worship in peace.— Greg Stanton (@gregstantonaz) 21 April 2019
Dr Zeyad
ALshammari
I am horrified by the terrorist attacks on #Easter worshippers in Sri Lanka. This is an act of true evil and is an attack on humanity. We all pray for the victims and stand with the people of #SriLanka— Dr. Zeyad ALshammari (@zeyad9999) 21 April 2019
Mayor Brian
Bowman
🇱🇰 🇨🇦Deeply saddened to learn of the attacks on Easter worshippers and tourists in Sri Lanka. On this day of renewal, Winnipeggers thoughts and prayers are with all those affected in Sri Lanka, in our community and around the world.
Jared Polis
Heartbreaking to learn about the attacks on tourists and Easter worshippers in Sri Lanka. Colorado stands with the people of Sri Lanka during this very tragic day and we grieve for those affected by these acts of violence.— Jared Polis (@GovofCO) 21 April 2019
Ami Bera,
M.D.
I am deeply saddened over the horrific acts of violence against Easter worshippers and tourists in Sri Lanka. I send my deepest condolences to the victims and their families. We stand united with the people of Sri Lanka.— Ami Bera, M.D. (@RepBera) 21 April 2019
Tim Macindoe
After our own horrific massacre in Christchurch last month, I’m sure all New Zealanders are appalled by today’s horrific attacks in Sri Lanka in which Easter worshippers were targeted. Our thoughts & prayers are with the victims, their families, medical teams & first responders. https://t.co/hsCQuVDl1o— Tim Macindoe (@timmacindoe) 21 April 2019
New Zealand National Party ACC & Assoc
Foreign Affairs & Trade Spokesman MP for Hamilton West.
After Saturday night’s solemn vigil at Claudelands Park, attended by so many people from all cultures & walks of life, it was heartwarming to return to Hamilton‘s Mosque yesterday to see many more members of our community arriving to comfort & support our local Muslim community. pic.twitter.com/nB3Zw8BzkY— Tim Macindoe (@timmacindoe) 18 March 2019
Last night’s vigil for Christchurch in Hamilton was deeply moving & a powerful display of our Kiwi spirit & values. All ages, ethnicities & religions came together to express our grief & caring for the victims, their families, the people of Chch, & Muslims hurting throughout NZ. pic.twitter.com/D7rlALTW4X— Tim Macindoe (@timmacindoe) 16 March 2019
Nancy Pelosi
Today’s heartbreaking attacks in Sri Lanka come as the country has worked hard to build a common future after years of war. Our thoughts are with the injured & the families of those killed in today’s Easter Sunday attacks.— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) 21 April 2019
Ilhan Omar
As countless people attend Easter service today, our prayers are with the people of Sri Lanka who lost loved ones in these horrible attacks. No person, of any faith, should be fearful in their house of worship.— Ilhan Omar (@IlhanMN) 21 April 2019
Mayor Bill de
Blasio
Peaceful worshippers murdered on Easter Sunday. It’s unthinkable. It’s horrifying. It’s heartbreaking.— Mayor Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) 21 April 2019
This city knows the pain of terrorism all too well. Today we’re standing with and praying for the people of Sri Lanka and our own Sri Lankan community here in New York City.
Mayor Eric
Garcetti
Our hearts are with the people of Sri Lanka on a day of unimaginable loss. This horror is why the world must always unite against hate and extremism.— Mayor Eric Garcetti (@MayorOfLA) 21 April 2019
Rashida Tlaib
The deadly attacks on human life already shakes us. When evil attacks human life in our places of worship it shakes our core. Thinking of the families and communities directly impacted by these cowardice attacks. https://t.co/OAHyypGvZ7— Rashida Tlaib (@RashidaTlaib) 21 April 2019
Attorney
General Keith Ellison
The attacks in Sri Lanka are despicable. I condemn them in the strongest possible terms and grieve for the victims. Terrorism can happen anywhere to anyone. When it does, we need to come together as a beloved world community to condemn it. What happens to one happens to all.— Attorney General Keith Ellison (@AGEllison) 22 April 2019
Steny Hoyer
On what should be a celebratory #EasterSunday, I’m horrified by the news in #SriLanka, where hundreds have been killed in churches & hotels. I extend my deepest sympathies to those who lost loved ones & thank the brave first responders who ran toward danger to save lives. https://t.co/q8JWOnBP5a— Steny Hoyer (@LeaderHoyer) 21 April 2019
Sylvester
Turner
Incredibly sad news from Sri Lanka, especially on this deeply spiritual weekend of Passover and Easter. I'm keeping the victims and their families in my prayers today, as I know people across the world are doing.— Sylvester Turner (@SylvesterTurner) 21 April 2019
Sen Dianne
Feinstein
Horrified by the terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday. We must stand up to hate in all its forms. My thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones and the people of Sri Lanka.— Sen Dianne Feinstein (@SenFeinstein) 22 April 2019
Ro Khanna
I am horrified that over 200 people were killed in church and hotel bombings in Sri Lanka during Easter services.— Ro Khanna (@RoKhanna) 21 April 2019
My heart is with all of the communities affected by this terrible tragedy. https://t.co/7V8HkGzLJx
Donna Brazile
On this Easter Sunday, my thoughts and prayers for our brothers and sisters in #SriLanka. We are lifting you up in prayers. ‘No weapon formed against thee shall prosper..”— Donna Brazile (@donnabrazile) 21 April 2019
Garvin Newsom
This weekend is centered around a fundamental truth: That out of darkness can come light. The horrifying attacks on families celebrating Easter in Sri Lanka should remind us that we must strive to choose love over hate, and faith over fear. Thinking of these families today.— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) 21 April 2019
Grace Meng
Horrified by the Easter bombings in #SriLanka. I condemn these evil and cowardly attacks and pray for the victims and their families. We stand with the people of Sri Lanka at this difficult time.— Grace Meng (@RepGraceMeng) 21 April 2019
Kate Gallego
My thoughts are w/ the Sri Lankan people today. Such heinous acts are reprehensible. I urge Phoenicians of all faiths to stand up against the hate that seeds attacks like this. We find more strength when we stand together than when we look to what divides us.— Kate Gallego (@KateWGallego) 22 April 2019
Sen. Tammy
Baldwin
My heart is with the families of the victims, including the family of Dieter Kowalski. We stand with you in the face of these hateful attacks in Sri Lanka.https://t.co/wKvGwuqXPu— Sen. Tammy Baldwin (@SenatorBaldwin) 22 April 2019
Rep. Nadler
Terrible news from Sri Lanka today. Thinking of all those who lost loved ones in these terrorist attacks on Easter Sunday. https://t.co/0Pem5rKjB4— (((Rep. Nadler))) (@RepJerryNadler) 21 April 2019
Seth Moulton
Today’s attacks in Sri Lanka remind us that the scourge of religious hatred and terrorism is still alive and well. I mourn the victims and families, and thank those keeping us safe.— Seth Moulton (@sethmoulton) 21 April 2019
Tim Kaine
I am horrified by the attacks across Sri Lanka. Targeting innocent people, including in places of worship on Easter Sunday, is an act of true evil. We must stand together all over the world in the face of hate. My heart goes out to all Sri Lankans.— Tim Kaine (@timkaine) 21 April 2019
Sherrod Brown
Heartbroken to hear of the horrific attacks in Sri Lanka today, as people across the world prayed for peace. My thoughts are with the families and loved ones of all those affected.— Sherrod Brown (@SenSherrodBrown) 22 April 2019
Senator Dick
Durbin
My heart goes out to the people of Sri Lanka and those who lost loved ones in today’s senseless violence. Praying for those impacted by this awful tragedy on Easter Sunday.— Senator Dick Durbin (@SenatorDurbin) 21 April 2019
Rep. Ted Lieu
Sending condolences to those impacted by the senseless and vile attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday. Everyone should feel safe in their house of worship. We must stand together to combat hate, violence and extremism in all forms. https://t.co/GSSKyRgMV4— Rep. Ted Lieu (@RepTedLieu) 21 April 2019
Chris Murphy
This is sickening. Hundreds walked into church to celebrate Easter and were met with hate and violence. No one should ever feel threatened in their place of worship. My heart goes out to those in Sri Lanka affected by this horrific attack. https://t.co/GwJ2gG0Z9i— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) 21 April 2019
Tom Perez
My prayers are with the people of Sri Lanka and everyone affected by today’s acts of terror. On what should be a day of peace and happiness, so many faced horror. No one should have to be afraid in their house of worship.— Tom Perez (@TomPerez) 22 April 2019
Mark Takano
Sending my thoughts and condolences to the people of Sri Lanka following the horrific terrorist attacks against worshippers on Easter Sunday.— Mark Takano (@RepMarkTakano) 21 April 2019
We must root out evil and unite to fight violence and intolerance against people of all faiths.
Rep. Joe
Kennedy III
Our hearts break for the lives lost in Sri Lanka today. Violence and terror must be condemned and rooted out wherever it finds shelter.— Rep. Joe Kennedy III (@RepJoeKennedy) 21 April 2019
Michael Blake
Simply unthinkable that such loss of life would happen on #ResurrectionSunday. Prayers of healing to the families of Sisters and Brothers taken from us in #Srilanka— Michael Blake (@MrMikeBlake) 21 April 2019
Senator Chris
Coons
The United States stands with the people of Sri Lanka in the face of this tragedy. Religious intolerance of any kind must be categorically rejected in our communities, and people of all faiths must stand in solidarity against such hatred.— Senator Chris Coons (@ChrisCoons) 21 April 2019
Michael
Bennet
We stand with the people of Sri Lanka following the horrific attacks against hundreds of innocent people, many of whom were gathered to worship on Easter Sunday. Our deepest condolences are with the families of the victims and all those affected by these terrible acts of hate. https://t.co/vcNRq60uLF— Michael Bennet (@SenatorBennet) 22 April 2019
President
Donald Trump’s corrected tweet (After mistaken claiming that 138 million had
died in Sri Lanka) did not acknowledge that the victims were Christians.
138 people have been killed in Sri Lanka, with more that 600 badly injured, in a terrorist attack on churches and hotels. The United States offers heartfelt condolences to the great people of Sri Lanka. We stand ready to help!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) 21 April 2019
Though he did
retweet someone who specified their religion.
Vice
President Mike Pence showed how it should be down with his tweet.
.@POTUS and I are monitoring the horrific attacks on those celebrating Easter in Sri Lanka. Our hearts & prayers are with the victims & their families. This atrocity is an attack on Christianity & religious freedom everywhere. No one should ever be in fear in a house of worship.— Vice President Mike Pence (@VP) 21 April 2019
With
Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz not wanting to be outdone, pointed out a
well-known but underreported fact.
Today's terror attacks in Sri Lanka are the work of pure evil. Hundreds of Christians were martyred for their faith and many hundreds more were injured. Heidi and I are praying for a speedy recovery for the injured, and for comfort for the families and friends of all the victims.— Senator Ted Cruz (@SenTedCruz) 21 April 2019
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