Friday Finds
Wherein we unearth GVP-related stories from the past week.
Given the constant information tsunami of our 24-hour news cycle world, there are bound to be stories that get lost in the scroll. On Fridays here at Armed With Reason, we’ll highlight some articles from the Gun Violence Prevention realm that might have been missed during your busy week.
VIDEO: National Vigil held to remember victims of gun violence
“Heartbreaking stories of survival and loss were shared as people gathered for the National Vigil to honor all victims and survivors of gun violence in Washington D.C.”
VIDEO: Sens. Blumenthal, Murphy, and Others Hold News Conference on Sandy Hook Anniversary
“Connecticut Democratic Sens. Blumenthal and Murphy and Reps. DeLauro, Himes, and Hayes hold a news conference with gun violence survivors and families of victims to mark the eleventh anniversary of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School.”
Gun Violence Archive expert discusses mass shooting trends
“[Mark] Bryant runs the Gun Violence Archive in Lexington. But this week, he’s in Washington, D.C., for the National Gun Violence Prevention Conference.”
Double mass shootings over weekend set grim U.S. record
“… the highest number of mass killings in any year since at least 2006.”
U.S. Rate of Suicide by Firearm Reaches Record Level
“When there are more firearms, there are more firearm suicides.”
‘The Pain and the Trauma Lasts Longer Than a News Cycle’
Interview with Rob Wilcox, deputy director of the Office of Gun Violence Prevention
Detroit is close to recording its fewest homicides in nearly 60 years
“As of Nov. 30, the city had recorded 228 homicides this year, an 18% drop compared to the 276 homicides during the same time last year.”
LeBron James once again addresses gun violence while in Las Vegas for In-Season Tournament
"The fact that we haven't changed everything -- it's actually a lot easier to be able to own a firearm -- is stupid."
VIDEO: Montpelier exhibit raises awareness about gun violence
“It’s different when you read it in the newspaper. I wanted something that visually people could kind of feel.”
VIDEO: Downtown Chicago tree lighting honors victims of violence
“On Friday night, grieving family members gathered to light the tree – encouraging everyone across the city to remember their lost loved ones.”
Santas Against Gun Violence, Thoughts From A Louisville Santa
“A man with 50 years of experience in public health — and portraying Santa Claus — shares his thoughts on gun violence in schools.”
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