The United States Conference of Mayors President Trenton, NJ Mayor Douglas H. Palmer released the following statement in response to the Virginia Tech University shooting: “The nation’s mayors express their deepest sympathy for the victims, parents, families, teachers and friends of the students killed yesterday at Virginia Tech University. “April 16, 2007 is a national […]

The Million Mom March (MMM) Chapters of Virginia united with the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence join the nation in grieving for the families of the victims of the worst mass shooting in American history. “This tragedy at Virginia Tech affects us all,” says Terry Hartnett, president of the Million Mom March of Northern

The following is a statement on today’s tragic shootings at Virginia Tech from Linda Rosenberg, MSW, President and CEO, National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare: We extend deep condolences to the students, faculty and staff of Virginia Tech on the great loss of life today. The impact of this senseless tragedy will be felt throughout

Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales made the following statement today in the aftermath of the violent shootings on the campus of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). “I am deeply saddened and angered by these senseless acts of violence. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to those affected by this horrific crime,

“The American Public Health Association today expresses its deepest sympathy for the families of the victims of today’s tragic shootings at Virginia Tech University. This tragedy and others like it underscore the need to recognize and address the public health consequences of firearm violence. “We again offer our condolences to the families of the victims

The following is a statement from President George W. Bush regarding the shootings at Virginia Tech University: Diplomatic Reception Room 4:01 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Our nation is shocked and saddened by the news of the shootings at Virginia Tech today. The exact total has not yet been confirmed, but it appears that more than

In the wake of the mass shooting today at Virginia Tech, Violence Policy Center Executive Director Josh Sugarmann issued the following statement: “Mass shootings have come to define our nation. Today’s shooting at Virginia Tech — the largest mass shooting in U.S. history — is only the latest in a continuing series over the past

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid today issued the following statement on the shooting at Virginia Tech: “The thoughts and prayers of all Americans are with the Virginia Tech family today. As we learn more about this horrific tragedy – the deadliest shooting in our nation’s history – it breaks our hearts and shakes us to

Governor Timothy M. Kaine released the following statement regarding today’s shootings at Virginia Tech: “It is difficult to comprehend senseless violence on this scale. “Our prayers are with the families and friends of these victims, and members of the extended Virginia Tech community. “The state is working closely with Tech officials, local law enforcement, and

Speaker Nancy Pelosi asked for a moment of silence on the House floor this afternoon following the deadly shootings on the campus of Virginia Tech. Below are her remarks: “Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I rise to acknowledge that today our country has been struck by a terrible, terrible tragedy. The death