Friday Finds
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.
Supreme Court declines to put hold on Illinois gun ban
“It was the second court setback this week for opponents of the ban on high-powered guns and high-capacity magazines.”
Baltimore City suing ATF over improper denial of gun crime data
“The lawsuit claims one key federal amendment is blocking cities like Baltimore from getting this information.”
VIDEO: Gun-control advert with chilling message goes viral as it takes aim at Americans who offer their 'thoughts and prayers' after shootings
“The #1 killer of children in the U.S. is gun violence. Thoughts and prayers are meaningless when you can act.”
Hundreds of young children killed playing with guns, CDC reports
“The CDC report's authors say their new findings highlight the rising toll taken by accidental gun deaths that could be preventable.”
Is New Mexico's unconventional gun control approach working?
“Declaring a public health emergency, Lujan Grisham acknowledged that enforcing the ban would be complicated.”
Deadly New Trade in ‘Frankenstein’ Guns Enabled by a Gap in US Law
“International smugglers can buy online almost all the American-made parts they need to build untraceable assault rifles.”
How to Have Better Conversations with Survivors of Gun Violence
“Most survivors we spoke with just want to be seen and heard without being treated like they’re from another planet.”
Yale public health expert says there is no 'magic wand' to end gun violence, but progress is possible.
“Ranney said lowering these rates begins with reframing firearm injuries as a public health issue, not just a criminal justice problem.”
Governor Hochul Announces $20.3 Million To Support Snug Street Outreach Programs In 14 Communities Across New York State
“These grant awards to 16 different community-based organizations and hospitals fund outreach workers, hospital responders, social workers and case managers who are credible messengers and work to reduce shootings and save lives.”
This AI code that detects when guns, threats appear on school cameras is available for free
“The co-founder spent years developing a threat detection technology that could scan when a gun is entering a proximity.”