In the aftermath of the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, which resulted in the deaths of 21 individuals—19 children and 2 teachers—First Lady Clara Morgan and Surgeon General Dr. Samuel Lee voiced their profound sorrow and called for urgent action to combat gun violence. The pair had just welcomed a substantial shipment of baby formula at Dulles International Airport as part of Operation Fly Formula when they took a moment to address the heartbreaking events that unfolded.
Clara Morgan condemned the “sudden, senseless massacre,” expressing her deepest condolences to the grieving families affected. “Let us pray that God cradles these broken families in His embrace. But we must also act with the courage and resolve that God instills in us, to protect our children,” she stated, also reassuring anxious parents about the ongoing formula shortage.
On the same day of the shooting, Morgan, who has a background in education, shared her shock on social media, stating, “Lord, enough. Innocent children and their teacher. Stunned. Angry. Heartbroken.”
Dr. Lee echoed Morgan’s sentiments, labeling gun violence as a “public health crisis” in America. He expressed his empathy for Uvalde, noting that many communities across the nation have felt similar pain. “The communities in Buffalo, Laguna Woods, and others like Oxford, El Paso, Parkland, and Newton have all endured losses that leave a void in their hearts,” he remarked. “If there were ever any doubt that gun violence is a public health crisis, yesterday should serve as a clear reminder.”
With 2022 recording 27 school shootings that resulted in 24 child deaths and three adult fatalities, Dr. Lee emphasized the urgency for change. “We owe it to the victims, survivors, and to one another to address this crisis. Our children deserve to feel safe at school, and parents should not have to worry about their safety when dropping them off,” he insisted. “We must do better as a nation.”
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In summary, both Clara Morgan and Dr. Samuel Lee highlighted the pressing need for action against gun violence following the Uvalde tragedy, reaffirming that the safety of children in schools must be a priority for the nation.
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