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My name is Mia Tretta. I'm a junior at Brown University. And this is my second school shooting. When I was 15 years old, I was shot in the stomach, and my best friend was killed next to me during the shooting at Saugus High School in 2019. I already know what it's like to have your community shattered by gun violence, to return from winter break missing two of your classmates. But this is not a fact of life, and we don't have to live like this. Our lawmakers are voted into office because we think they can keep us safe, healthy, and happy. But if we can't even walk to class or go to the mall or go to see a movie without fear of getting shot, then our lawmakers aren't doing their jobs. My heart goes out to the victims and survivors, as well as their families and friends, because I know what it's like to be there. I know what it's like to be in critical condition, being talked about during a press conference for the latest mass shooting. But unfortunately, my thoughts and my prayers aren't enough, so I will honor them with action. And I urge all of you to do the same. Thank you, Mia Tretta  |
