The killing of little kids in a Connecticut elementary school is beyond words although many are forced to define the tragedy.
In the aftermath of such a horror, let's reflect on the Republican refusal to renew the assault weapons ban, the NRA opposition to any Gun Control, the Right-Wing Supreme Court decision and the continued mis-statement of the Constitution.
When the Republican Party foments hatred and endorses income inequality, what part does that contribute? Hate crimes rise as unemployment and poverty does.
Let's consider what kind of a hostile nation we want to continue to support and create that causes unspeakable tragedies such as this.
Obama Remembers 'Beautiful Little Kids,' Calls For 'Meaningful Action'
President Obama pauses as he speaks at the White House about Friday's school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
"So our hearts are broken today — for the parents and grandparents, sisters and brothers of these little children, and for the families of the adults who were lost. ..."
http://www.npr.org/blogs/itsallpolitics/2012/12/14/167286136/obama-remembers-beautiful-little-kids-calls-for-meaningful-action
Mother Jones series:
http://www.motherjones.com/
"So our hearts are broken today — for the parents and grandparents, sisters and brothers of these little children, and for the families of the adults who were lost. ..."
http://www.npr.org/blogs/itsallpolitics/2012/12/14/167286136/obama-remembers-beautiful-little-kids-calls-for-meaningful-action
Mother Jones series:
http://www.motherjones.com/
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