Nine years ago, nine African American members of Emanuel AME Church in Charleston were tragically killed in a racist shooting by a white supremacist during a Bible study session. The incident, a horrific act of gun violence, continues to resonate as a reminder of the ongoing threats of domestic terrorism and right-wing extremism. Various political figures and organizations have called for action on gun laws, including closing the Charleston Loophole to prevent similar tragedies. The anniversary of the Emanuel Nine's deaths serves as a solemn occasion to honor their memory and advocate for policies to combat hate and protect communities.
Reflecting on the memorial our office attended earlier this week honoring the nine lives lost at Mother Emanuel AME church nine years ago. May they rest in peace, and may we never forget. 🕊️ #Emanuel9 #CharlestonStrong #LowcountryFirst https://t.co/DJcxMEAADT
9 years ago, a senseless, hateful act took the lives of 9 people at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC. During evening bible study a stranger prayed with Church members moments before shooting & killing worshipers in their House of God. @HouseGVP we will work to #EndGunViolence https://t.co/PjqU90Zhhy
9 years ago, a hateful gunman opened fire at Emmanuel AME church in Charleston, killing 9 Black parishioners. Today, we grieve for the victims and reaffirm our dual commitments to combating gun violence and the evil of white supremacy.
Nine years ago today, at Mother Emanuel Church, nine people were senselessly murdered in an act of unabated racism and hate. We owe it to those lost to always speak out against hate and close the loopholes in Congress that enabled this horrific act of gun violence. https://t.co/gM874ZzF4Z
Today, we remember the nine beautiful souls of Mother Emanuel AME who lost their lives on June 17, 2015. Even though the word of God was pierced by bullets in hate and rage nine years ago today, the grace of this congregation remains a powerful testament to all Americans. https://t.co/N5qz9ZU6FV
Remembering the lives lost and the resilience of the community on the 9th Anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME church shooting. We must work to extend background checks and close the Charleston loophole to honor their memory and take action against hate. https://t.co/BhppAYS0kX
Nine years ago today, a stranger went into Bible study at Mother Emanuel AME Church. They welcomed him, prayed with him, and were killed by him. We must honor them by addressing the loophole that made it possible for the gunman to get the gun and work to #EndGunViolence. https://t.co/eRijTWjorU
Today marks nine years since 9 people were senselessly gunned down at the Emmanuel AME church in Charleston, SC. We continue to honor them by standing up against hate and pushing for the policies needed to protect our communities.
Today we remember the #EmanuelNine, who nine years ago, were murdered in an act of anti-Black hatred at the Mother Emanuel AME Church in #Charleston, SC. Our hearts are with the families and loved ones of those whose lives were lost, and the Charleston community. https://t.co/HFWNIo5Vox
It’s been nine years since nine worshippers at Mother Emanuel AME Church lost their lives in a horrific act of gun violence rooted in white supremacy and bigotry. My prayers are with every family impacted by this tragedy on today’s painful anniversary.
On the 9th anniversary of the horrific shooting at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, we must honor the memory of the Emanuel Nine & act to end gun violence. We can start by passing legislation to close the Charleston Loophole that enabled this hate-based shooting to occur. https://t.co/tDT9aCY1VE
On June 17, 2015, nine Black congregants were killed in a horrific act of gun violence at Mother Emanuel Church in Charleston, SC. Congress must act to close the Charleston Loophole—as New Jersey did—which allowed the shooter to bypass a background check & purchase a firearm.
Today marks 9 years since 9 innocent members of Mother Emanuel AME Church were senselessly killed by a white supremacist. Though time passes, the impact still resonates deeply within us. As we reflect on this solemn occasion, we honor their memory and our community's resilience. https://t.co/BCY7lNclHO
Today marks 9 years since a white supremacist entered the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston and murdered nine Black people during bible study. Domestic terrorism & right-wing extremism are top threats to our national security. We must continue to protect our places of worship.
Today marks 9 years since a white supremacist entered the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston & murdered 9 Black people during bible study. Domestic terrorism & right-wing extremism are top threats to our national security. We must continue to protect our places of worship.
Today we honor and remember the 9 lives lost at the Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. #CharlestonStrong https://t.co/c8ix9dgyJ8
1/ Today is the 9th anniversary of the racist shooting that stole the lives of 9 African Americans at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC. We must stand together against hate, and also honor the victims with action on gun laws. https://t.co/C1EUojgUew
Nine years ago, nine members of Emanuel AME Church were killed in a violent act of racism. In a precious moment of prayer, in their sacred place of worship, their lives were stolen by gun violence. Today we remember them. And I pray for their families and Charleston. https://t.co/xUaLV79WB2
Nine years ago, nine members of Emanuel AME Church were killed in a senseless, violent act of racism. In a precious moment of prayer, in their sacred place of worship, their lives were stolen by gun violence. Today we remember them. And I pray for their families and Charleston. https://t.co/dtSDwCYeX2