By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave a comment 0comments Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/obama-on-florida-shooting-we-are-grieving-but-we-are-not-powerless Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Obama on Florida shooting: We are grieving, ‘but we are not powerless’ Politics Feb 15, 2018 1:16 PM EDT WASHINGTON — Former President Barack Obama is calling for “common-sense gun safety laws” following Wednesday’s school shooting in Florida. Obama tweeted Thursday: “We are grieving with Parkland. But we are not powerless. Caring for our kids is our first job.” We are grieving with Parkland. But we are not powerless. Caring for our kids is our first job. And until we can honestly say that we're doing enough to keep them safe from harm, including long overdue, common-sense gun safety laws that most Americans want, then we have to change. — Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 15, 2018 He tweeted, “And until we can honestly say that we’re doing enough to keep them safe from harm, including long overdue, common-sense gun safety laws that most Americans want, then we have to change.” The former Democratic president held office though multiple mass shootings. He pushed to tighten access to firearms but was blocked by the Republican-controlled Congress. WATCH: Trump vows to ‘tackle’ mental health after Florida shooting, does not mention guns We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
WASHINGTON — Former President Barack Obama is calling for “common-sense gun safety laws” following Wednesday’s school shooting in Florida. Obama tweeted Thursday: “We are grieving with Parkland. But we are not powerless. Caring for our kids is our first job.” We are grieving with Parkland. But we are not powerless. Caring for our kids is our first job. And until we can honestly say that we're doing enough to keep them safe from harm, including long overdue, common-sense gun safety laws that most Americans want, then we have to change. — Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 15, 2018 He tweeted, “And until we can honestly say that we’re doing enough to keep them safe from harm, including long overdue, common-sense gun safety laws that most Americans want, then we have to change.” The former Democratic president held office though multiple mass shootings. He pushed to tighten access to firearms but was blocked by the Republican-controlled Congress. WATCH: Trump vows to ‘tackle’ mental health after Florida shooting, does not mention guns We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now