A day after the Paris Attacks, the world is reeling from the incident. As we try to make sense out of something so senseless, many have come forward with their own responses. We have chosen to focus Bwoglines this week solely on this topic.
Many notable figures have made comments about the causes behind the attacks, including Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who criticized the President of France, Francois Hollande, and denounced France’s current foreign policy. (ABC)
Hillary Clinton offered a hopeful message: “Even in this darkest night, Paris remains the City of Light.” (Washington Post)
Frank Ocean offered his condolences to the families who lost loved ones in the attacks, and he also took to Tumblr to call out Donald Trump for “spinning a tragedy for political gain.” (Billboard)
A (literal) light in the (figurative) darkness: One World Trade Center, among other buildings around the world, lit up with the French colors in a show of solidarity and support. (NBC News)
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