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Yesterday marked two years since the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, when a gunman armed with an AR-15-style rifle killed 17 people and injured 17 others. The events that followed both galvanized and paralyzed our nation.

The galvizination comes from millions of young activists fighting to end gun violence. The paralysis comes from lawmakers who refuse to pass sensible gun laws to prevent tragedies.

Young people shouldn’t have to beg lawmakers like Mitch McConnell to take action. Yet just this week student activists [[link removed]] were forced to do just that, organizing a sit-in at Mitch McConnell’s office to demand he do something. Now more than ever, we need to stand beside our nation’s young people and do our part to end senseless gun violence. We can do that by demanding McConnell bring forward legislation to ban assault weapons, once and for all.

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We must remember their names and vow to honor them with action . Alyssa Alhadeff, 14, Scott Beigel, 35, Martin Duque, 14, Nicholas Dworet, 17, Aaron Feis,37, Jaime Guttenberg,14, Chris Hixon, 49, Like Hoyer, 15, Cara Loughran,14, Gina Montalto,14, Joaquin Oliver,17, Alaina Petty, 14, Meadow Pollack, 18, Helena Ramsay,17, Alex Schachter, 14, Carmen Schentrup,16, and Peter Wang, 15.

[[link removed]] Brady Files Suit Our Fourth Lawsuit Against Armslist

On February 13, 2018, Chicago Police Commander Paul Bauer was shot and killed [[link removed]] while pursuing a suspect. The gunman had a felony conviction, which barred him from legally purchasing firearms. But he was able to get his hands on a gun through Armlist.com, a website that allows private gun sales — no questions asked.

What’s Armlist.com? And Why are its Practices So Dangerous?

Armslist.com is the largest online marketplace for firearms, facilitating the sale of thousands of firearms across the United States without Brady Background Checks. Because of this, sales facilitated by Armslist.com are a major source of crime guns — weapons used and retrieved at the scene of a crime — in the United States. Armslist frequently enables criminals to buy and sell guns online.

This is the fourth lawsuit Brady has brought against Armslist.com on behalf of victims of gun violence.

Online gun sales by private sellers without proper background checks endanger us all. We filed the lawsuit on behalf of Commander Bauer’s family because they do not want any other family to suffer as they have. We’re proud to fight for justice on behalf of Commander Bauer, who was a 31-year veteran of the Chicago police department. We look forward to proving our case in court. Read more about our involvement in this case [[link removed]] .

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Virginia’s Bill to Ban Assault Weapons Heads to its Senate Judiciary Committee

Thanks to your advocacy, the Virginia House of Delegates voted this week to pass this lifesaving ban. Now, we need your help to keep it moving!

Last week, we asked for your help in urging the Virginia House of Delegates to pass an assault weapons ban. Well, our advocacy was a success! Thanks to calls, emails, and lobbying by Virginians, the bill passed 51-48.

But our fight isn’t over. Now, the bill is going to the Virginia Senate. If you live in Virginia — please send a message now urging your delegate to bring this lifesaving bill to a vote [[link removed]] ! If you already emailed, please make a phone call! Text “AWB” to 877-877 now and we’ll patch you through to your delegate’s office.

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[link removed] [[link removed]][[link removed]] For the first time since 1993, a House committee passed a bill that would make Washington, D.C., the 51st state! This progress is historic and essential to giving residents a voice in Congress to address gun violence. On average, a person is killed with a gun [[link removed]] in the district every three days. Yet 700,000 residents have no representation in Congress to pass laws to address this issue. For too long, the will — and lives — of residents of D.C. have been overlooked. That’s why we’re joining the fight for D.C. statehood! As this bill heads to the House floor for a vote, learn more about our work with 51 for 51 [[link removed]] .[[link removed]] Don’t Miss Out on Our Racial Justice Series on Red, Blue, and Brady [[link removed]]

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It's the first full-length episode of Brady's series on racial justice, gun violence, and gun violence prevention! JJ and Kelly are joined by Dr. Saul Cornell, to discuss the ways the modern gun debate intersects with the history of race relations in America. Listen now [[link removed]] .

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Each week during Black History Month, you can expect a new podcast discussing racial justice, gun violence, and gun violence prevention. We will feature activists, survivors, elected officials, and academics, who have fought to prevent gun violence in America, including using their voices to draw attention to the disproportionate effects gun violence has on Black and Brown communities. Don’t miss out on this wonderful series [[link removed]] .

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Brady Endorses Four Gun Violence Prevention Champions for Congress

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Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) has dedicated her life to preventing gun violence after her son, Jordan, was shot and killed in 2012. In 2018, Rep. McBath was elected to Congress on a gun violence prevention platform, and has advanced key legislation since. She was an original sponsor of H.R.8, helped secure $25 million for federal funding to research gun violence, and has served as Vice Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force [[link removed]] .

Rep. Harley Rouda (CA-48) has been a consistent champion of gun safety policies that will keep Orange County families safe. Rep. Rouda played an integral role in ensuring that last year’s funding bill contained the first funding for federal research of gun violence in a generation.

Rep. Alan Lowenthal (CA-47) has been a constant advocate for gun violence prevention. He has given a voice to the people of Long Beach and Orange County, who demand action on gun violence prevention. Time and again, he has proven that he will fight to end gun violence in Congress.

Rep. Jerry McNerney (CA-09 ) has demonstrated his commitment to ensuring Congress passes comprehensive gun violence prevention legislation. He has championed policies such as H.R.8 and H.R. 1112 — both of which would expand and strengthen Brady Background Checks — and helped to pass bills that will make Californians safer.

Given the urgent need for Congress to address gun violence, Brady [[link removed]] will endorse gun violence prevention champions ahead of the 2020 elections. V [[link removed]] isit our elections page to see if your representative is endorsed by Brady [[link removed]] ! See who else we've endorsed in 2020 [[link removed]]

“Voices of Parkland” Premiere — Amplifying the Voices of SurvivorsThis week, we were in Los Angeles for the star-studded premiere [[link removed]] of Voices of Parkland. Directed by Jeff Vespa and executive produced by Judd Apatow, this powerful documentary film features 35 first-person accounts of the tragedy and its immediate aftermath.

The film premiere generously benefited Brady and our work to end gun violence. Learn more on our website [[link removed]] , and stay tuned for updates on when the film will be screened in your area.

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Thank you to Jeff Vespa, Judd Apatow, and LALA Magazine. And a huge thanks to our Host Committee: Anita Greenspan & Mark Mothersbaugh, Joan & Steve Flagg, Gwen Geller, Amanda & Shepard Fairey, Tony Hawk & Catherine Goodman, Christy Callahan & Jonathan Glickman, Christina & David Arquette, Michelle Stockwell, Elizabeth Shoemaker, Juano Queen & Jessica Smith, Jay Polstein & Claire Rudnick Polstein, Harry Litman, Rise Johnson, Stephanie Parr & Josh Rosenfeld, Ben Wexler, Ross Misher, Denise and Chris Connolly, Sharon Gillenwater and Andrew Keeler, Davida & Chris Hall, Kara Chine, Allison Shaw, Adam O'Byrne and Jason Segel.

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Following the film premiere, Brady President Kris Brown joined a panel talk. From l-r: LALA Magazine’s Jessica Kantor, Director Jeff Vespa, Brady President Kris Brown, Parkland survivor and advocate Kai Koerber, Parkland survivor and advocate April Schentrup, and Urban Peace Institute Executive Director Fernando Rejón.

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Team ENOUGH San Diego members with actress Andie MacDowell.

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In honor of the film, artist Shepard Fairey designed art for limited edition t-shirts. For every product sold, prinkshop will donate $5 to Brady. Purchase a t-shirt now [[link removed]] .[[link removed]] Family of Chicago Police Commander Killed in the Line of Duty Sues Online Gun Marketplace [[link removed]] , Chicago Tribune

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How Moms Are Quietly Passing Gun Safety Policy Through School Boards [[link removed]] , NBC News[[link removed]] Turning a personal tragedy into heroic activism, and eventually, political triumph isn’t easy by any means. Yet, since the massacre in Parkland, students, teachers, and parents have demanded we fight harder to protect young people. Together, they’ve marched by the millions, took lawmakers head on, and sparked an undeniable movement to end gun violence. We are forever grateful to be a part of the fight with such heroic advocates for change. Together, we will fight to protect young people and end gun violence.

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