John, we're demanding justice on behalf of Jacob Blake.
What happened to Jacob is yet another testament to the widespread and systematic brutality that Black Americans face every day at the hands of the state and police.
But we can change that.
A day after Jacob was shot seven times in the back in front of his children, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers called a special legislative session to address gun violence and police brutality. State legislators will meet on Monday, and we need to apply pressure to make sure they do not gavel out without taking meaningful action. We're joining Color of Change and others in demanding Wisconsin lawmakers "Invest in Us" by putting forward legislation that defends Black lives, invests in Black futures, and addresses police brutality by investing in community-based solutions.
Add your name to demand Wisconsin legislators take action to address policing and invest in our communities!We can't let our guard down, John.
In 2019, Gov. Evers called a special legislative session to address gun violence. But the majority leaders gaveled the session in and out with no debate and no votes. We can't let this happen again. We must demand that elected officials seriously address police violence in Wisconsin by investing in violence prevention programs, education funding, and gun violence prevention.
We Got LOUD at the National Action Network’s Commitment March!
Yesterday, Brady and Team ENOUGH were proud partners of the National Action Network’s Commitment March: Get Your Knee Off Our Necks. Brady and Team ENOUGH members marched for criminal justice reform, police accountability, and voting rights on the 57th anniversary of the March on Washington.
Our Team ENOUGH Executive Council Member, Aalayah Eastmond, spoke powerfully about surviving the Parkland massacre, police violence, and how she's fighting to prevent gun violence through our #VotingAccessSavesLives campaign and as a co-founder of Concerned Citizens of D.C. Watch Aalayah speak at the 57th anniversary of the March on Washington!
ICYMI: Watch our “Voices of Parkland” Panel
On Friday, we hosted a panel discussion with survivors from the Parkland shooting, followed by a screening of Voices of Parkland — the powerful documentary film by Jeff Vespa that explores the aftermath of the shooting. As part of our #VotingAccessSavesLives campaign by Brady, Team ENOUGH, and March For Our Lives, panelists discussed the youth vote, why preventing gun violence is tied to voting access, and what lifesaving solutions we can undertake ahead of Election Day.
Victory in California!
GOOD NEWS: Our priority microstamping bill, AB 2847, passed the California State Senate! We're now over the biggest hurdle and we're within steps of sending this lifesaving bill to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk! AB 2847 will ensure microstamping technology is put to use to help solve gun crimes and secure justice. Watch Brady California Chapter President Mattie Scott, who lost her son, George, discuss the importance of this lifesaving legislation.
Team ENOUGH, our youth-led initiative, has extended applications for its Executive Council until Wednesday, September 14! The Executive Council helps shape the goals, values, and national campaigns of Team ENOUGH. We're looking for youth activists (ages 13-26) to take their activism to the next level. Can we count on you to apply or share with a young person you know?
Don't forget: Applications for the Team ENOUGH Virginia Lobbying Collective close on September 2. Apply to join the only national, youth-led program that lobbies lawmakers on gun reform, or share with a Virginia youth activist you know!
Wednesday marked five years since news reporter Alison Parker and photojournalist Adam Ward were killed at their workplace while filming a live news segment. In remembrance of this day, we revisit our podcast episode with Virginia Delegate Christ Hurst, the boyfriend of Alison, who has fought for gun violence prevention in Virginia ever since.
First-Time Gun Buyers are Fueled by Fears Over the Pandemic, the Economy, and Nationwide Protests, Business Insider
What we saw this week in national sports was unprecedented. From baseball diamonds to soccer fields, athletes protested after the police shooting of Jacob Blake. We saw teams within the WNBA, NBA, MLB, MLS, and tennis superstar Naomi Osaka say “enough” to police brutality and systemic racism. We are proud to see athletes using their platform to demand change. Join Brady and our partners in calling for justice on behalf of Jacob Blake!
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