4 years ago, a radical Muslim terrorist attacked the Pulse nightclub in Orlando

4 years ago, Omar Mir Seddique (AKA Omar Mateen) shot up the Pulse nightclub in Orlando. 50 people were killed including Seddique.

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ABC

A ceremony commemorating the fourth anniversary of a massacre at a gay nightclub in Florida was being held virtually Friday because of the coronavirus, instead of members of the public gathering outside the club to remember the victims as in years past.

A pre-taped, online ceremony was being held to remember the 49 people who were killed at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando in June 2016. The area around the club was closed to the public Friday, though survivors, family members of victims and first-responders were being allowed to visit.

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During times like these, it's important to remember that there are many enemies of freedom - including radical terrorists like Mateen.

Recognizing that the attack was ultimately targeting the American way of life, the people of US (particularly Florida) donated blood at a staggering pace after the attack on our fellow citizens. Americans from all backgrounds, religions, and political affiliations rallied to support the gay community during pride month in 2016.



Meanwhile, many American news outlets (such as CNN) held off on reporting Mateen's information and possible motives as long as they possibly could, then ultimately spent the following weeks blaming guns and flyover state voters for the attack.

Know your enemies. Appreciate your friends.