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Madison County in New York showed us that addressing the root of gun violence can help prevent shootings before they happen. This is even more evidence that community intervention tactics work.
Moments like this, when communities get together to make sure our schools are safe are critical. It shows that resources put in the correct direction can really make a change and prevent tragedies. We say it time and time again, but this proves just how preventable mass shootings are.
When Madison County got the alarms about a bullied teen in a house full of guns who had just threatened to kill his fellow students, they put hands all on deck. Not only did they secure the guns in his family’s house with the proper locks, but they also directly addressed the students at the school that were relentlessly bullying the teen who had threatened them.
We applaud Madison County for addressing the root causes of gun violence. It’s a common myth that people who commit mass shootings “snap” one day. In reality, there are usually signs, and multiple points where with the proper training, resources, and policies, there could’ve been a life-saving intervention.
The way Madison County’s community organized and showed up for this teen, and this school took a lot of effort, but this it’s invaluable if it prevents a school shooting.
But there are still easier ways to prevent mass shootings from happening:
“Gun legislation would absolutely reduce these incidents, and we absolutely need it, full stop.” — Commissioner Bray, New York Homeland Security and Emergency Services
Strong gun legislation will always be the best way to save lives.
Forward,
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