From politicos and celebs, Va. shooting brings reactions solemn to angry

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5/31/19:

An outpouring of love and support followed the mass shooting in Virginia Beach, Va., on Friday that left at least 12 people dead and several more injured.

As has often been the case, social media became an outlet for those reactions, within minutes of the bloodshed.

This is a tragic day for Virginia Beach and our entire Commonwealth,” Gov. Ralph Northam tweeted on Friday.

Northam also issued a statement after arriving at Virginia Beach to meet with law enforcement agents and Mayor Bobby Dwyer and offered “the state’s full support.”

“This is unspeakable, senseless violence.

The shooting inspired many politicians to weigh in with calls to renew efforts to curb gun violence.

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