Several of the intended recipients of the mail bombs targeting prominent Trump critics also happen to be Democratic 2020 contenders. Here's a sampling of their responses:
Joe Biden: "We don't yet have all the facts about why we're doing this, but the country has to come together. This division, this hatred, this ugliness, it really has to end. And words matter. Words matter."
Cory Booker: "Grateful for law enforcement's work to bring those responsible to justice & for their vigilance to keep Americans safe. Cowardly acts of terror will never silence or intimidate Americans -- they will only strengthen our resolve to stand against fear & hatred."
Kamala Harris: "At this moment, it is incumbent upon leaders across the political spectrum to take seriously the power they hold. It is the responsibility of our leaders to use their role as public figures to elevate our discourse and bring people together."
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, seen as a potential 2020 contender against Trump as a Democrat, has been a constant presence in the media talking about the suspicious packages after many of them were sent to locations in New York.
Andrew Cuomo: "You can have political debate without political violence. And that's what we have to remember. We're not asking for political unity -- civility, decorum and parameters on the debate. And it's never come to this level where there's violence, either as intimidation or violence to actually hurt people." | |
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