President Danilo Medina sent his sympathy to David Ortiz. “We deeply regret the incident of which @DavidOrtiz, one of the most supportive Dominicans I have ever met and someone who has made our Dominican Republic very proud.” He said: “I talked to him before he left for Boston and we have been in contact since last night with his father and Leo Lopez following up on his condition. With God’s help, we hope for his quick recovery, as well as that of @JhoelLopez.
Former US President Barack Obama sent his wishes for quick recovery: “Six years ago, David Ortiz’s spirit and resolve helped us all begin to heal from the Boston Marathon bombing. Today, I want to join many others in wishing him a speedy recovery of his own. Get well soon, Papi.”
Former President Leonel Fernández said: “It is unfortunate that an international sports figure such as David Ortiz has been a victim of violence in the country. He is part of our cultural heritage.”
Vice President Margarita Cedeño: “I pray for the quick recovery of David Ortiz and Jhoel Lopez. Both are examples of hard work, humbleness and solidarity with others. I condemn violence. We want and deserve peace for our country!”
President of the PRM, senator Jose Ignacio Paliza, “It is our reality, pure and simple, that the barrios live every day. Crime is winning the battle, Dominicans are good people.”
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11 June 2019