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Dear John,

In response to Monday's tragedy in Nashville, we grieve
alongside The Covenant Presbyterian School community and those who
have been harmed by yet another senseless act of violence.

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Compounding this tragedy is that fact that this is the 130th
mass shooting in the United States in 2023, and over 100
people are killed by a firearm each day. Despite these facts,
Tennessee lawmakers are working to weaken the state's gun laws
and Tennessee has no laws regulating the purchase and possession of
assault weapons.  
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As the investigation ensues, more details surrounding this
tragedy will be revealed in the coming days and weeks. Regardless of
the perpetrator's identity, it is important to understand that
one person's actions do not reflect an entire community.
Statistically, we know that transgender and non-binary people are far
more likely to be the victims of violence, rather than perpetrators.
 
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While we may never know the reasoning behind this attack, we do know
that this act of violence was a preventable tragedy. We are
calling for immediate, measurable actions to be taken to strengthen
our gun laws and protect our communities. 

Tragedies like this weigh heavily on all of us. If you or a loved one
is struggling, please contact Trans Lifeline or The Trevor Project

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for resources and support. You're not alone - and we need you
here. 

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RHL In Solidarity, 
Signature

Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen (he/him)

Executive Director

National Center for Transgender Equality/NCTE Action
Fund



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