Coming two days before the primary, the reaction to Sunday's shooting in Jacksonville is a good illustration of what distinguishes Republicans and Democrats these days.

The leading contenders for the Democratic nomination for governor tweeted out statements demanding action.

Republicans Adam Putnam and Ron DeSantis? Not much.

Gov. Rick Scott, who is running for the U.S. Senate, spoke with President Donald Trump about the shooting, as well as Jacksonville's mayor and law enforcement.

Here are the responses so far:

I am tired of hearing 'when is enough going to be enough.'



I am tired of hearing 'thoughts and prayers' from those who do nothing.



We need to end these mass shootings — and the only way to do that is to vote out the politicians complicit in this cycle of death. https://t.co/3qrgkV7AbE — Gwen Graham (@GwenGraham) August 26, 2018

We don't know a lot about this shooting yet, but I do know this gun violence epidemic must stop. We simply cannot let this become the new normal. Too many lives are being snuffed out far too soon. We lift these families up in prayer as we fight to end this epidemic. https://t.co/kKxmCGb9iP — Andrew Gillum (@AndrewGillum) August 26, 2018

There’s been a terrible tragedy in Jacksonville. We have to keep fighting for a future free of gun violence, whether it’s mass shootings or the everyday gun violence that doesn’t make the front pages. Not one more. — Chris King (@ChrisKingFL) August 26, 2018

King announced Sunday night that he would hold a Monday news conference at noon outside Jacksonville City Hall to discuss guns with "local gun violence activists, faith leaders, Floridians."

Gillum later expanded on his earlier tweet:

STATEMENT: Gillum Condemns "Gun Violence Epidemic" After Jax Shooting

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum released the following statement today:

"This gun violence epidemic must stop, and we simply cannot let this become the new normal. Too many lives are being snuffed out far too soon in everyday places like our high school football games, movie theaters, shopping malls, and public schools. As long as we let this absurd status quo continue, in which the gun lobby controls our elected officials, this bloodshed will continue. I will lift the victims' families up in prayer tonight, and as our next Governor, I will do everything in my power to finally pass the common sense gun safety laws we so badly need in the Sunshine State."

Former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine issued a statement:

Mayor Philip Levine on Jacksonville Mass Shooting

Miami, FL – Following the mass shooting in Jacksonville today, former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine offers the following:

"I am horrified and I am furious. The shootings are too many to count—in our schools, neighborhoods and nightclubs. Our thoughts are with the victims, but we should all be outraged. Too many lives are destroyed, while leaders take no action. It's time for new leaders."

Levine later added this on Twitter:

Twitter doesn’t allow me to voice my feelings fully on this tragedy.



I am horrified and I am furious. The shootings are too many to count—in our schools, neighborhoods and nightclubs.



Too many lives are destroyed, while leaders take no action. It's time for new leaders. https://t.co/eCfctph6I6 — Mayor Philip Levine (@MayorLevine) August 26, 2018

Of the five Democrats running for governor, Jeff Greene was the last to weigh in:

No more. These are our kids. Our friends. Our neighbors. We MUST stand up to the @NRA, & the politicians whose negligence has led to lives being lost. My heart goes out to the victims & their families, bystanders & first responders. #FlaPol #FLGov #Sayfie https://t.co/T4CWsXkYR9 — Jeff Greene (@JeffGreeneFL) August 26, 2018

Tampa Rep. Sean Shaw, the Democratic front-runner for Attorney General, opted to go with the "thoughts and prayers" approach usually favored by Republicans.

My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Jacksonville. Stay safe. https://t.co/nept2JocYr — Sean Shaw (@SShawFL) August 26, 2018

Shaw later expanded on that:

My Statement Regarding the Tragedy in Jacksonville: pic.twitter.com/XZW03Y2Mr8 — Sean Shaw (@SShawFL) August 26, 2018

His maybe Democratic opponent, Ryan Torrens, hadn't tweeted anything in response to the shooting by 4 p.m.

Nikki Fried, a leading contender for the Democratic nomination for Commissioner of Agriculture, tweeted this shortly after 4 p.m.

I used to work across the street from scene of today’s Jacksonville shooting- this truly hits home. Inaction is no longer acceptable. Republicans have been asleep at their jobs and it’s costing lives. Background checks need to be performed on every sale in Florida. @floridaag — Nikki Fried 🌊🌊 (@nikkifried) August 26, 2018

Tampa Democratic Mayor Bob Buckhorn piggy-backed on Graham's tweet:

We must act immediately enact common sense gun safety measures, condolences are not enough. https://t.co/hMmea6oAfm — Bob Buckhorn (@BobBuckhorn) August 26, 2018

At about 3:40, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson responded:

Word of another tragic mass shooting in our state brings shock and outrage. Right now, law enforcement are doing their jobs under horrific circumstances and it’s important that people in the Jacksonville area heed their warnings. — Senator Bill Nelson (@SenBillNelson) August 26, 2018

About two hours later, he added:

Have spoken to FBI. Making sure that all federal resources will be available to assist victims and their families, and to help law enforcement do their jobs. — Senator Bill Nelson (@SenBillNelson) August 26, 2018

The Florida Democratic Party issued this tweet Sunday night:

Another mass shooting in Florida. How many more do we have to live through until enough is enough - we aren't safe in our schools, our churches, our nightclubs, and now at a gaming tournament. https://t.co/S9doYF6Ead — Florida Democrats (@FlaDems) August 26, 2018

From Republicans:

Adam Putnam retweeted this alert with no comment:

Mass shooting at the Jacksonville Landing. Stay far away from the area. The area is not safe at this time. STAY AWAY #TheLandingMassShooting — Jax Sheriff's Office (@JSOPIO) August 26, 2018

He then retweeted Gov. Rick Scott's official, non-campaign account without comment:

I’ve spoken to @JSOPIO Mike Williams to offer any state resources he may need. FDLE is currently responding, and I have spoken to FDLE Commissioner Rick Swearingen regarding the shooting in Jacksonville. We will continue to receive updates from law enforcement. — Rick Scott (@FLGovScott) August 26, 2018

More than an hour later, Putnam addressed the shooting himself with…prayers:

Our prayers are with the families of the victims in Jacksonville. Please continue to follow @JSOPIO for updates and cooperate with first responders and law enforcement at the scene. — Adam Putnam (@adamputnam) August 26, 2018

Later, after 6 p.m., Putnam tweeted this:

Tomorrow’s campaign event in Jacksonville has been cancelled. Our prayers continue to be with the victims and their families. Please cooperate with local law enforcement and do not hesitate to be helpful in your community any way you can. — Adam Putnam (@adamputnam) August 26, 2018

DeSantis, by 6 p.m., hadn't addressed the shooting on Twitter.

According to the Associated Press, DeSantis cancelled an upcoming campaign event because of the shooting. DeSantis, like Putnam, offered no promise of action, but did offer "thoughts and prayers."

.@RonDeSantisFL: "Due to today’s tragic shooting in Jacksonville, the previously scheduled DeSantis campaign stop for tomorrow in Jacksonville has been cancelled.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and the entire Jacksonville community at this time." H/T @AGGancarski — Gary Fineout (@fineout) August 26, 2018

Then, minutes after 6 p.m., DeSantis' congressional twitter account addressed the shooting. He thanked first responders and Scott without mentioning the victims or any action to address future shootings:

Thanks to the first responders from @JSOPIO for heading into a terrible situation at the Jacksonville Landing. Thanks also to @FLGovScott for providing state resources. — Ron DeSantis (@RepDeSantis) August 26, 2018

Meanwhile, Scott's official calendar showed some quick briefings with law enforcement and Lenny Curry, Jacksonville's Republican mayor:

2:29pm CALL WITH JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF MIKE WILLIAMS REGARDING SHOOTING AT JACKSONVILLE LANDING

2:40pm CALL WITH FDLE COMMISSIONER RICK SWEARINGEN REGARDING SHOOTING AT JACKSONVILLE LANDING

3:15pm CALL WITH JACKSONVILLE MAYOR LENNY CURRY REGARDING SHOOTING AT JACKSONVILLE LANDING

4:35pm CALL WITH PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP REGARDING SHOOTING AT JACKSONVILLE LANDING

At 5:30 p.m., Scott's office said the governor, who earlier had tweeted he was spending the day with his grandchildren, was leaving Naples for Jacksonville.

The statement said he would be briefed by law enforcement and would offer any state resources that are necessary. Trump, the statement said, offered "any federal resources needed."

Heading to Jacksonville now to meet with local law enforcement. State law enforcement is currently providing assistance. — Rick Scott (@FLGovScott) August 26, 2018

Here's Curry's statement on Twitter:

Mayor @lennycurry and Sheriff Williams are in contact regarding the ongoing situation at the Landing. Please follow @JSOPIO and all instructions from the Sheriff's office regarding movement downtown. The mayor and Sheriff are expected to address media later today. — City of Jacksonville (@CityofJax) August 26, 2018

Shortly before 3 p.m., U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio tweeted this:

Horrifying news from #Jacksonville this afternoon. Have spoken to local authorities & am still awaiting more information on this shooting. Situation still unfolding, law enforcement is asking everyone to avoid the area. #Sayfie — Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) August 26, 2018

And a follow-up:

Have confirmed @FBI & @ATFHQ are in contact & in coordination with local authorities to provide any & all federal resources needed to respond to #JacksonvilleLandingShooting. — Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) August 26, 2018

Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi offered this:

Praying for Jacksonville and the victims of this horrific attack. My advocates are there assisting @JSOPIO—helping the victims. — Fla. AG Pam Bondi (@AGPamBondi) August 26, 2018

Rep. Frank White, R-Pensacola, a big supporter for unfettered gun rights who is running for the GOP nomination for attorney general, tweeted this out:

Watching the horrific news coming out of Jacksonville with a heavy heart. Grateful to the first responders putting their lives on the line today. #TheLandingMassShooting — Frank White (@FrankWhiteFL) August 26, 2018

His GOP opponent, Ashley Moody of Tampa, had no mention of the shooting on her Twitter feed until shortly before 6 p.m. This one showed gratitude to first responders.

Today and everyday, grateful for the first responders assisting in today’s horrific attack in Jacksonville. Follow @JSOPIO for updates from law enforcement. — Ashley Moody (@voteashleymoody) August 26, 2018

Down ballot, there were some notable tweets.

Rep. Janet Cruz, D-Tampa, who is hoping to beat Republican Sen. Dana Young in one of the tightest legislative races in November, tweeted:

Today we are grieving again at the violence of another mass shooting in Jacksonville. The time is now for common sense gun safety reforms to prevent more of these tragedies. These acts of terror on our communities must end. Our hearts are with you Duval. #TheLandingMassShooting — Janet Cruz (@RepJanetCruz) August 26, 2018

Young, in the same approach as Putnam, addressed the tragedy on Twitter by retweeting an alert:

Sheriff Williams will be giving the first public statement at 4:30 p.m. at the Media Staging area located at the the Wells Fargo building. https://t.co/qBJvkaO7xT — Jax Sheriff's Office (@JSOPIO) August 26, 2018

Moments later, Young addressed the tragedy directly:

I am deeply saddened by the senseless violence today in Jacksonville. Praying for the victims and their families while we wait on more details of this tragedy. — Dana Young (@DanaYoungFL) August 26, 2018

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