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.
By 5-4 Vote, Supreme Court Revives Biden’s Regulation of ‘Ghost Guns’
“In defending the rule, a key part of President Biden’s broader effort to address gun violence, administration officials said such weapons had soared in popularity in recent years, particularly among criminals barred from buying ordinary guns.”
What young Americans really think about guns
“According to a new report, more than a quarter of young Americans (aged 14 to 30) have experienced a lockdown because of an active shooting incident, while the average young American knows “at least one person who has been injured or killed by a gun.”
VIDEO: Exploring effective strategies for reducing and preventing gun violence
“This informative presentation discussed some important initiatives that could be deployed nationwide.”
COMMENTARY: Explanations of gun violence only serve our children for so long
“When is it time for more than maternal half truths? How do I protect her?”
Iowans Face Rising Gun Violence
“Between 2015 and 2020, Iowa firearm deaths rose by more than 42% - the third largest increase among states.”
VIDEO: Mother of The Covenant School mass shooting victim speaks for first time
“The ad comes on the week Evelyn would have turned 10-years-old, featuring her mother, who issues an emotional plea to state lawmakers to take action during an upcoming Special Session called by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee to address gun violence.”
Nearly $800K of $2M pot distributed to fight gun violence in Kalamazoo
“The city of Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo County each pledged $1 million of American Rescue Plan Act funds to help fight gun violence in September 2021.”
(Via “Mike Thompson: Were you even aware that new gun laws went into effect in Minnesota?” - Star Tribune)
LISTEN: Re-elected TN lawmaker says you can't expel the gun control movement
“…with their expulsions being broadcasted nationwide, they gained a lot of attention for themselves and the gun control issues in the state.”
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