The U.S. Senate will vote today on two important gun violence prevention laws. The first, proposed by Sen. Feinstein of California, attempts to close the “terror gap” by prohibiting known and suspected terrorist from purchasing a gun. The second, proposed by Sen. Murphy of Connecticut, would require background checks for all gun sales and strengthen the …
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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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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.
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:
Stop Handgun Violence Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Stop Handgun Violence Celebrates 20 Years of Successful Advocacy and Results for Gun Violence Prevention in Massachusetts Boston, MA – Last night, the leading gun violence prevention advocates in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts gathered to celebrate twenty years of progress towards making the Commonwealth safer. At the event, Stop Handgun Violence honored key individuals from …
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Founder Honored by Eastern Bank for Social Justice Work
Last week, Eastern Bank honored John Rosenthal with the Wainwright Social Justice Award. The event included over 800 attendees. The attendees included representatives from 162 local non-profit organizations that the Eastern Bank Foundation has awarded $1.4 million in grants to this year. Part of the presentation included a tribute video with messages from Representative Joe Kennedy, Mayor Marty …
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75,000 American Gun Deaths Since Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting
STATEMENT OF STOP HANDGUN VIOLENCE Boston, MA – May 5, 2015 — The electronic counter on the 252×20-foot Stop Handgun Violence billboard on the Massachusetts Turnpike, which records and tallies daily American gun deaths since the Newtown shootings based on historical averages (83 gun deaths per day), will hit 75,000 tomorrow – a number …
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Nation’s Largest Billboard Company to Withdraw From Public Information Campaign Promoting Gun Rights and Effective Gun Safety Laws
Backlash From Gun Industry Lobby Groups Prompts Nation’s Largest Billboard Company to Withdraw From Public Information Campaign Promoting Gun Rights and Effective Gun Safety Laws New Billboards Were to be Interim Replacement for Iconic Mass Pike Message BOSTON, MA – New billboards created by Stop Handgun Violence and designed to stimulate a rational discussion about …