John–

We teamed up with Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), and American
University's Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab
(PERIL) to demystify youth attitudes on guns. [ [link removed] ]This is a
first-of-its-kind report, which provides an in-depth look at issues facing
this generation and our country as a whole.

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Gun violence continues to be a constant threat to young Americans.

More than 4,000 children and teens are shot and killed each year across
the country, 15,000 are shot and wounded, and an estimated 3 million
children are exposed to shootings every year. 2021 was the deadliest year
of gun violence on record for young people in America, and there was a
record amount of gunfire on school grounds across the country.

In our study, we heard from more than 4,000 young Americans between the
ages of 14-30 and these were some of our findings:

* The average young person in America knows at least one person who has
been shot, wounded or killed.

* 4 out of 5 young people believe gun violence is a problem in America.

* 1 in 4 young Americans have experienced an active shooter drill with
more than half fearing a shooting happening in their school.

* About 40 percent of youth said they have at least "somewhat easy"
access to a gun.

The reality is, younger generations are facing a more violent environment
than previous ones. [ [link removed] ]Read our report to better understand how this shift
in young Americans could have lasting impacts if not addressed.

Thank you for being a part of this movement,

Jennifer Hoppe
She/Her/Hers
Senior Director of National Programs
Everytown for Gun Safety


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