Jeb Bush made an interesting remark in Greenville, South Carolina on Friday while talking about the Oregon campus shooting that took place yesterday. Bush came out against the need for more gun control and said the following:
Full "stuff happens" quote: pic.twitter.com/ay2dbLd0Lw
— Ryan Lizza (@RyanLizza) October 2, 2015
Judge for yourself what Jeb was trying to say. Context is warning about passing gun laws in the wake of a tragedy. pic.twitter.com/0k8yxuEDF8
— Ryan Lizza (@RyanLizza) October 2, 2015
Some saw Bush’s comment as a misstep, while others argue that in context, he makes a valid point. President Obama was asked by ABC News’ journalist Jonathan Karl about Bush’s statement, but he refused to go after the Republican candidate for president.
"I don't even think I need to react to that one." — President Obama on Jeb's "stuff happens" comment.
— Chris Cillizza (@TheFix) October 2, 2015