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Washington Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action volunteers advocated for—and won—historic police reform this legislative session
Thanks to the leadership of families impacted by police violence and organizations like the Washington Coalition for Police Accountability—and to the tireless advocacy of…
The Gun Lobby’s Dangerous Pursuit of Permitless Carry Across the Country Reaches Louisiana
Right now, people in Louisiana can carry a concealed handgun—but only if they receive a permit that requires a background check and safety…
Is there an armed extreme left?
Of course, there have been individuals and groups with left-leaning ideologies who have perpetrated gun violence in the US. However, readers should avoid false equivalence:…
Why don’t gun lobby groups like the NRA disavow armed extremism?
For decades, the gun lobby has not only enabled access to guns by anti-government and white supremacist extremists through its advocacy against common-sense gun laws,…
Were guns present at the January 6th Capitol insurrection?
The deadly insurrection attempt at the Capitol on January 6, 2021 was fueled, in part, by gun rights extremists who brought their firepower to Washington…
What is the extreme right?
The term “extreme right,” utilized by the Anti-Defamation League, refers to two large, slightly overlapping spheres: the white supremacist and anti-government extremist…
What is armed extremism?
Armed extremism is the use of firearms, primarily by groups on the extreme right, to intimidate, silence, or injure others in the name of ideology.
Gun laws—good and bad—are changing in states across the country: Here’s what’s going into effect in July 2021
This year, state legislatures have been at the epicenter of major shifts in gun safety laws. States across the country are passing critical gun safety…
I live to advocate for my fiancé and the future we were supposed to have.
Anti-Asian violence is not new—and it will take a change in our culture to stop it.
Tiffany W. Chang, Director of Community Engagement at Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC At Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC, we fight for…
Society failed our daughter. Elected officials must act to stop others from feeling our pain.
Another Deadly Weekend of Gun Violence
It was another deadly weekend of gun violence in the US. Gun violence kills over 100 Americans each day. Last year, a record-high number of…
A Message to Montana Governor Gianforte: Veto HB 258 Now
Dear Governor Gianforte, We are survivors. We are survivors of the country’s gun violence epidemic. Gun violence has changed our lives, families, and communities with…
More Than Thoughts and Prayers
We need more than thoughts and prayers from our lawmakers to end gun violence—we need action. The U.S. Senate must pass lifesaving background checks legislation. Watch the video to learn more. Donate to Everytown…
We must make it easier and safer to be transgender in America
What is H.R. 8 and how will it close background check loopholes?
Updating federal law to require background checks on all gun sales is a common-sense way to keep guns out of the wrong hands. The…
State Legislator Spotlight
Black History Month This Black History Month, we recognize the importance of Black leadership, advocacy, and resilience in the gun violence prevention movement.
I’m a Religious Leader, and I Know We Need More Than Thoughts and Prayers
Three years ago this month, 17 students and educators were killed and 17 more wounded on Valentines Day at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in…
Terry ‘Uncle T’ Williams: Show compassion in hopes that healing will prevail
Zalena Giles: Gun violence should not impede children’s futures
Black History Month This Black History Month, we recognize the importance of Black leadership, advocacy, and resilience in the gun violence prevention movement.
Ditch the NRA
Sadiqa N. Reynolds: As gun violence increases, so does the loss of potential
How can federal agencies take action to prevent gun violence?
Under the Biden Administration, major progress can be made towards ending gun violence. Soon-to-be led by new nominees from President Joe Biden, federal agencies including…
Aaron Foster: It takes a community to heal a community
Black History Month This Black History Month, we recognize the importance of Black leadership, advocacy, and resilience in the gun violence prevention movement.