Of the 21 Democratic hopefuls who have entered the 2020 presidential race or are seriously considering it, only eight expressed condolences Monday as an-out-of control blaze ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral.
The seven Democrats who offered sympathetic words on Twitter are: former Vice Presdient Joe Biden, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Minn. Senator Amy Klobuchar, former Maryland Rep. John Delaney, former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper, Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan, former San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro, and new age guru Marianne Williamson.
For centuries, Notre Dame Cathedral has withstood wars, revolutions, and the test of time. It is a symbol of faith & a testament to history. And even as our hearts break to see it burn today during the holiest week of the year for Catholics, I have faith that it will rise again.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) April 15, 2019
I still remember the beauty of an Easter Mass I attended at Notre Dame cathedral some twenty years ago. Dreadful to see such destruction at one of the world’s most wondrous places.
— Pete Buttigieg (@PeteButtigieg) April 15, 2019
Watching the Notre-Dame Cathedral burning on Easter week. A tragedy for Paris, the Church and the world. 700 years of history. Such a sacred and beautiful place.
— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) April 15, 2019
It's absolutely devastating to watch Notre Dame burn in real time. America's hearts are with France. #NotreDameFire
— John Delaney 🇺🇸 (@JohnDelaney) April 15, 2019
Crushing. Notre Dame is not just a Cathedral, but a soaring marvel, whose beauty and rich history are felt and understood by so many across the world. Our hearts are with France as they mourn and rebuild. https://t.co/1dLxjy9Ji6
— John Hickenlooper (@Hickenlooper) April 15, 2019
Notre Dame is a symbol of France, faith and shared humanity. As a Catholic, I'm absolutely devastated by this. Sending my prayers to the first responders on the scene and the people of France during this time. https://t.co/JPN52n5H6b
— Tim Ryan (@TimRyan) April 15, 2019
Heartbreaking images out of Paris as the beloved #NotreDame burns. An iconic symbol of the City of Love, the whole world mourns this loss of history and beauty.
— Julián Castro (@JulianCastro) April 15, 2019
My heart is so sad for the French and for all of us. I’m thinking of the heroism and tears that must be happening, as firefighters and others as well I’m sure, are risking their lives to… https://t.co/ykuPGSFvQS
— Marianne Williamson (@marwilliamson) April 15, 2019
Mon Dieu, Mon Dieu…oh people of France, we surround you with love in this hour of your agony. May your country be comforted and your hearts made calm. We stand with you. You will rebuild.
— Marianne Williamson (@marwilliamson) April 15, 2019
Prayers for Notre Dame cathedral, ablaze in Paris. I can only imagine the heroism occurring now,as people strive to save some of the most precious artifacts of the world. Ah, the Rose Window…! May all people and all treasures be safe.
— Marianne Williamson (@marwilliamson) April 15, 2019
At press time, the rest of the contenders– Texas politician Beto O’Rourke, Mass. Sen. Elizabeth Warren N.J. Sen. Cory Booker, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, Calif. Rep. Eric Swalwell, Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, N.Y. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, 88-year-old former Alaska Sen. Mike Gravel, former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe, Calif. Sen. Kamala Harris, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam, and entrepreneur Andrew Yang–were either too busy promoting themselves or bashing President Trump to respond to the horrifying, unimaginable tragedy.
Former Mass. Gov. Bill Weld–who on Monday officially announced his entrance into the primary race, challenging President Trump for the 2020 Republican nomination–also did not publicly comment on the fiery destruction of Notre Dame.
The candidates’ apparent lack of compassion was underscored Monday when even the Church of Satan posted a tweet mourning the destruction of the “historical and architectural treasure.”
We mourn the loss of this historical and architectural treasure. It was a monument to the genius of those who designed and built it, and we grieve with Paris and all who basked in its splendor. https://t.co/gSQgO36JLw
— The Church Of Satan (@ChurchofSatan) April 15, 2019