Parkland shooting survivor Emma Gonzalez called for tougher gun laws during a rally in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Feb. 17. A week ago, the Republican was the only declared candidate to represent the 57th District in Maine’s House of Representatives. [Broward Sheriff’s Office releases video showing deputy standing outside Parkland school during massacre]The 17-year-old girl he was referring to is Emma González, who has emerged as one of the most outspoken activists in the Parkland group. Conspiracy theorists have questioned the credibility of the Parkland shooting survivors who are advocating for gun control. He also criticized David Hogg, another Parkland student who has become a prominent activist following the shooting, calling Hogg “a bald faced liar.”The reaction was swift.

Source: Washington Post March 17, 2018 17:26 UTC