Clinton, Sanders Stand With Planned Parenthood. Republicans Stand Silent After Shooting
The Democratic candidates stood with Planned Parenthood on Twitter, while Republicans mostly tried to ignore the shooting.
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The Democratic candidates stood with Planned Parenthood on Twitter, while Republicans mostly tried to ignore the shooting.
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