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What people are saying about the Sutherland Springs church shooting

Scenes from the Texas Church Shooting
By Eric Webb, Austin American-Statesman
Nov 5, 2017

A gunman opened fire at a church in Sutherland Springs on Sunday, according to officials. More than 20 have been reported dead in the small town east of San Antonio, with more than 20 wounded. The gunman is also dead, Wilson County Commissioner Paul Pheil said in a TV news interview.

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The news brought an all-too-familiar mix of reactions on social media, including condolences and calls to action. Here’s what people are saying about the shooting at First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs:

See photos from the scene here. This is a developing story. Check statesman.com for the latest.

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