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Rev. Graham Defends Prayer Amid School Shooting Criticism

9/1/2025

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Rev. Franklin Graham criticized leftist leaders for mocking prayer following a school shooting in Minneapolis.
He condemned remarks from Minnesota Mayor Jacob Frey and California Governor Gavin Newsom, suggesting prayer is ineffective.
Graham stated that prayer serves as direct communication with God and provides comfort.
He connected the tragedy to moral decay and urged acknowledgment of prayer's importance.

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Rev. Franklin Graham criticized leftist leaders for mocking prayer following a school shooting in Minneapolis.
He condemned remarks from Minnesota Mayor Jacob Frey and California Governor Gavin Newsom, suggesting prayer is ineffective.
Graham stated that prayer serves as direct communication with God and provides comfort.
He connected the tragedy to moral decay and urged acknowledgment of prayer's importance.