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By Alexander KirkNovember 09 2016 / 5:13 PM
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In the wake of what has to be one of the most devastating times in political history — never has a tweet so clearly displayed the stances of two presidential nominees on LGBT+ issues.
\u201cFlorida, just to remind you. Here are photos of both Presidential candidates visiting Pulse after the tragic attack. JUST TO REMIND YOU.\u201d
 — Jake Updegraff (@Jake Updegraff)
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With almost 50k retweets it has quickly become one of the most viral, poignant and iconic statements from last night’s election. While we continue to pray for Orlando, now we must also pray for America. 

        
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