John, I have some good news to share with you: This week, a federal court dealt a major blow to the NRA when it ruled that there is no right to carry firearms in public places.
This ruling, made by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, outright rejects the NRA's dangerous argument that the Second Amendment entitles virtually 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 to carry guns virtually 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚. It strikes down the baseless idea that the Constitution grants Americans unfettered access to guns without common-sense restrictions.
This is big, John. This is the kind of progress we need to defeat the NRA so that we can end our country’s gun violence epidemic.
And we need it now more than ever, as our nation heals from the recent spate of deadly, high-profile mass shootings in Boulder, Atlanta, and Chicago. For decades now, the NRA and gun lobby have contributed to America’s gun violence epidemic by insisting that the Second Amendment is unlimited. Why? Because it helps them get rich by selling more guns.
But enough is enough. The majority of Americans, including gun owners, support common-sense gun reform measures that will prevent tragedies. We know that our Founding Fathers never intended for us to suffer such senseless violence as a result of unfettered access to guns, with Americans killing one another with guns at 25 times the rate of our other high-income countries.
Which brings us back to why this week’s court ruling is so important: It reminds us that one of the most effective ways we reduce gun violence is through our nation’s courts. Even when Congress is gridlocked or the White House drags its feet, we can make major progress in our nation’s courts.
That’s why our philosophy at Brady is to tackle gun violence by working across courts, Congress, and communities. There is no single solution to gun violence: It is a multifaceted epidemic, and we need multifaceted solutions.
It's been a hard past week, and our nation is still reeling from tragic, senseless bloodshed. That bloodshed that happens every day, when another 300 people are shot. But we can make change. And we are. Please consider making a donation now — any amount helps — to support our life-saving work across Congress, courts, and communities. Thank you for being with us as a part of the solution.
In solidarity,
Brady President Kris Brown
#TheTimeIsNow: President Biden Must Take Action on Gun Violence Prevention
On Tuesday in the immediate aftermath of the tragic gun massacre in Boulder, President Biden said "we couldn't wait" a moment longer to take action on gun violence in America. But then just two days later, on Thursday, he backtracked and said "it's a matter of timing" on whether he’ll move forward on enacting common-sense solutions to save lives.
But we can’t wait another minute. So, we’re telling President Biden: #TheTimeIsNow
Gun violence is a national epidemic that kills more than 100 Americans each day. In addition to the high-profile mass shootings that devasted our country in the past two weeks, acts of gun violence happen every single day in the forms of suicide, everyday gun violence, domestic violence, and more. We can’t wait another minute — not when lives are on the line.
Yesterday, we united with survivors of gun violence to demand President Biden use the power of executive action to reduce gun violence, and we need you to do the same. John, join our calls for action and tell President Biden: #TheTimeIsNow!
You're Invited: RSVP for the Brady Action Awards!
On Thursday, April 29, 2021, Brady will host its annual Brady Action Awards — this year, virtually — and as a supporter of Brady, you are invited! Hosted by MSNBC's Joy Reid, we will celebrate the incredible accomplishments of gun violence prevention leaders from across the country.
You'll have the exclusive chance to watch and hear from our awardees, which include: Stacey Abrams, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rep. Lucy McBath, Warriors Coach Steve Kerr, Bryan Cranston, and more. Special guests also include Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, American radio and television talk show host, producer, and writer Andy Cohen, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, and more!
A link to join the Brady Action Awards virtual event will be emailed to all registrants prior to the April 29 event.
Brady Celebrates Selection of New California Attorney General
With your help, we sent Gov. Newsom nearly 1,000 messages urging him to appoint an attorney general who is a champion of gun violence prevention. This week, Gov. Newsom heard our calls loud and clear and chose Assemblymember Rob Bonta to serve as California's new attorney general!
We thank Gov. Newsom for his selection and urge Attorney General Bonta to make gun violence prevention his top priority. Over the last 25 years, Brady California activists have passed more than 100 gun violence prevention bills, and California’s attorney generals have played an integral role in this success. We look forward to working with Attorney General Bonta to ensure life-saving reforms and bolster the Golden State’s reputation as a leader for sensible gun laws.
Episode 121: Reckoning with Gun Culture with American Totem
The debate on guns in America is often had through the lens of data and statistics. But documentarian Sue Hilderbrand addresses guns through compassionate dialogue with diverse communities, including gun owners, non-gun owners, survivors, and more. We discuss what guns mean to people emotionally and the shifts in American gun culture.
Episode 122: Military Veterans on So-Called "Militias"
How do veterans feel about assault weapons in civilian hands, the militarization of civilians, and the rise of veterans in so-called “militias?" To cover all this and more, we're joined by veterans Timothy "TJ" Ryan, Dr. Kyleanne Hunter, and Rep. Jason Crow.
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Upholding Hawaii Law, Federal Court Rules 'No Right to Carry Arms Openly in Public,’ Common Dreams
White House Weighs Executive Orders on Gun Control, New York Times
Biden Has A Long History Working on Gun Legislation, NPR
Brady President: 'Americans Are Fed Up. We're Fired Up. We're Tired of Gun Violence', MSNBC’s Katy Tur Show
New Firearm Bill Would Expand Microstamping to All New Law Enforcement Handguns By 2023, California Globe
Colorado Police Officer Eric Talley was a first responder to the mass shooting at the Boulder grocery store this week. Tragically, Officer Talley was shot and killed in an attempt to protect those inside the store. We thank Officer Talley for his heroic and courageous efforts to protect his community and country.
We are heartbroken by this preventable tragedy. We must remember and honor all of the victims whose lives were cut short by yet another high-profile mass shooting in America:
Officer Eric Talley, 51, Denny Stong, 20, Neven Stanisic, 23, Rikki Olds, 25, Tralona Bartkowiak, 49, Suzanne Fountain, 59, Teri Leiker, 51, Kevin Mahoney, 61, Lynn Murray, 62, and Jody Waters, 65.
It's too late to bring those we’ve lost to gun violence back, but we can honor their lives with action. Please, join Brady and tell the Biden-Harris administration that #TheTimeIsNow to prevent gun violence in America.
This week marked three years since the March For Our Lives Rally — the largest rally against gun violence in American history. That day, Team ENOUGH Executive Council member and Parkland survivor Aalayah Eastmond delivered a powerful speech for everyone impacted by gun violence.
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