(New Orleans, LA. – May 5, 2016) A coalition of gun violence prevention (GVP) activists in New Orleans announced its participation in a national Concert Across America to End Gun Violence, scheduled for Sunday, September 25, 2016. The New Orleans event, to be hosted by Second Line Brewing, will be one of several concerts held …
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BOSTON STRONG: FIRST MAJOR CITY TO ANNOUNCE PARTICIPATION IN “CONCERT ACROSS AMERICA TO END GUN VIOLENCE“
(BOSTON, MA. – April 25, 2016) A coalition of gun violence prevention activists in Boston is the first in the nation to announce its participation in the national Concert Across America to End Gun Violence, scheduled for Sunday, September 25, 2016. The Boston event, to be hosted by Brighton Music Hall, will be one of …
“CONCERT ACROSS AMERICA TO END GUN VIOLENCE” RELEASES SECOND PROMOTIONAL VIDEO “AMAZING GRACE”
(BOSTON, MA. – June 16, 2016) In remembrance of the mass shooting at Mother Emanuel in Charleston, the #ConcertAcrossAmerica to #EndGunViolence has released its 2nd promotional video to coincide with its first anniversary (June 17). The promo, titled “Amazing Grace,” was inspired by President Obama’s a capella performance at the service for Rev. Clementa …
This week marks the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history
With 50 dead and 53 injured in Orlando, Florida after a record-breaking mass shooting on Saturday night, the number of victims of gun violence continues to rise. We also mourn the death of Christina Grimmie, finalist on “The Voice,” who was shot during a meet-and-greet on Friday. Here are some ways to respond to the tragic …
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Boston Announces Participation in Concert Across America to End Gun Violence
(BOSTON, MA. – April 25, 2016) A coalition of gun violence prevention activists in Boston is the first in the nation to announce its participation in the national Concert Across America to End Gun Violence, scheduled for Sunday, September 25, 2016. The Boston event, to be hosted by Brighton Music Hall, will be one of …
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100,000 Americans Dead Since Sandy Hook Massacre
In another horrific milestone, over 100,000 Americans have been killed by gun violence since the tragic massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Yet, Congress has refused to act to curb the tide of gun violence. The time for action is now. We must do more to save lives from preventable gun violence.
Stop Handgun Violence Attends President Obama’s White House Announcement on Curbing Gun Violence through Executive Action
Rosenthal applauds President’s leadership and determination despite opposition from many in Congress Washington, DC – Stop Handgun Violence founder John Rosenthal today joined President Obama, U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch and activists from across the country at the White House for the President’s announcement of several executive actions to prevent gun violence. “I applaud the President …
Senate Votes On Gun Safety Measures Five Times in One Day
On December 3rd, 2015, the Senate voted five times on gun safety amendments. All five of the amendments failed to get the necessary votes. The two most critical votes were to close the “terror gap” and to expand background checks. The “terror gap” allows individuals to pass a background check and purchase a gun even …
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Local Vigils for Victims of Gun Violence
This week all across the nation, Americans are gathering to remember victims of gun violence. Join concerned community members at one of three local events: Boston University- Marsh Plaza- Wednesday, December 9th, 6:00pm. Event flyer here. First Church Boston- Wednesday, December 9th, 7:30pm. Event flyer here. Cape Cod Grandmothers Against Gun Violence- Monday, December 14th, …
Founder Speaks at Boston University
Last week, Stop Handgun Violence founder, John Rosenthal, joined Tina Chery, founder of The Louis D. Brown Peace Institute, and the Boston University School of Public Health to discuss gun violence in the United States. Watch the full video here: