Thoughts and prayers
The saying "thoughts and prayers" is often used by politicians and celebrities in the United States as a condolence after a tragic event, such as a deadly natural disaster or mass shooting.
The phrase has been controversial for its repeated use in terms of gun violence, mass shootings or terrorism. Critics say that "thoughts and prayers" are said instead for action such as gun control or counter-terrorism.
References
- ↑ Scribner, Herb (21 September 2017). "Celebrities share thoughts and prayers for Mexico and Puerto Rico victims". Deseret News. Archived from the original on 31 March 2019. Retrieved 3 October 2017.
- ↑ "Mark Kelly: 'Thoughts and prayers' from politicians 'aren't going to stop the next shooting'". The Washington Post. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
- ↑ Carter, Brandon (2 October 2017). "Dem rips colleagues for offering 'thoughts and prayers': 'Your cowardice to act cannot be whitewashed'". TheHill. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
- ↑ Telnaes, Ann (2 October 2017). "Opinion | Thoughts and prayers, again". The Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
- ↑ Martinelli, Marissa (2 October 2017). "BoJack Horseman's Mass Shooting Episode Reminds Us That "Thoughts and Prayers" Won't Stop Gun Violence". Slate. ISSN 1091-2339. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
- ↑ Murray, Douglas (23 March 2017). "Pray for London, for Antwerp, for Nice: this is Europe's new normal". The Spectator. Archived from the original on 3 April 2019. Retrieved 5 November 2017.
- ↑ Bort, Ryan (2 October 2017). "Thoughts and prayers and not much more: Politicians react to Las Vegas shooting". Newsweek. Retrieved 3 October 2017.
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