Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

December 18, 2024 at 9:15 PM

(some)peeking allowed

Read on to see what’s new in December A message from the Executive Director  It’s been another huge month for us, with guns obviously dominating the news cycle in the past 2 weeks. All of these stories point to one underlying truth: building power to enact direly needed gun safety bills at the state…

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  Grant Maurer, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

December 10, 2024 at 7:30 PM

FWD: Southeast PA Vigil 12/12 🕯️

Please join us on Thursday, December 12. Hey Fellow Advocate, I'm checking in with your 48-hour reminder about our Southeast PA Vigil for Victims, Families, and Survivors of Gun Violence this Thursday, December 12th at 7:00 p.m. This interfaith vigil will take place entirely indoors at Reformation L…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

December 2, 2024 at 3:59 PM

A hometown hero

Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire died protecting his community. Fellow Advocate,  Justin McIntire fits the very definition of “hometown hero.” He grew up in the small town of Brackenridge, PA, in the Allegheny Valley outside Pittsburgh. He spent twenty years building a career in law enforce…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 27, 2024 at 8:43 PM

Our November Newsletter 🍁

Read on to catch up on our busy fall A message from the Executive Director  Welcome to the second installment of our monthly newsletter. November was a rollercoaster month and we have so much to recap. After a tumultuous election, our team is strategizing and refocusing on the critical gun safety p…

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  Grant Maurer, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 26, 2024 at 12:26 AM

Southeast PA Vigil 12/12 🕯️

Please join us on Thursday, December 12. Hey Fellow Advocate, I wanted to be the first to tell you about a powerful event in your area! Please mark your calendar for Thursday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m., and join us at the Reformation Lutheran Church  (102 W. Rose Tree Rd. 19063) for our Southeast PA …

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 22, 2024 at 11:11 PM

FWD: What’s your holiday wish?

We want to hear your holiday wish to end gun violence this year. Fellow Advocate, On Wednesday, I asked you to send in your holiday wish for a life free of gun violence. So many of you responded with urgent, poignant wishes for peace and stories of lost loved ones. I wanted to share a brief one with…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 20, 2024 at 8:02 PM

What’s your holiday wish?

We want to hear your holiday wish to end gun violence this year. Fellow Advocate, The holidays are right around the corner and I wanted to let you in on this year’s theme for our holiday campaign. This year, we’re focused on something personal, but universal – something I very much hope you can help…

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  Ashleigh Deemer, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 18, 2024 at 8:31 PM

FWD: Join us to hear what’s next

Please join us next Wednesday, 11/20 on Zoom. Hi Fellow Advocate, I don’t think we’ve met, so I wanted to quickly introduce myself. My name is Ashleigh Deemer1 and I’m CeaseFirePA’s new Campaign Director. I’ve got nearly 20 years of experience pushing for social change.  As you may know (it’s ok if…

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  Becky Wainwright, CeaseFirePA Action · [email protected]

November 16, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Moving full-steam ahead

We need your help to keep expanding our power.   Fellow Advocate,  We asked and you answered: Adam and Allison both asked you to send messages to your legislators urging them to prioritize gun violence prevention in the new legislative session that starts in January, and boy did you deliver!  So man…

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  Allison Anderman, CeaseFirePA Action · [email protected]

November 15, 2024 at 8:35 PM

Hi, I’m Allison 👋

I’m CeaseFirePA’s new Director of Law & Policy.Fellow Advocate,  I don’t think we’ve had the pleasure, so I wanted to introduce myself. My name is Allison Anderman, and I’m CeaseFirePA’s new(ish) Director of Law and Policy. I began in August and have been working to implement a cohesive legislat…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA Action · [email protected]

November 14, 2024 at 10:37 PM

About next legislative session 👀

Our fight for gun safety legislation in January begins now! Fellow Advocate, Our new Pennsylvania legislative session begins in just a few short weeks in early January. As I told you last week, our slim gun safety majority held power in the PA House and will set the agenda next session.  After Trump…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 12, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Join us to hear what’s next

Please join us next Wednesday, 11/20 on Zoom. Fellow Advocate, I’m reaching out to tell you about our Post-Election Webinar next Wednesday, November 20, at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. I will be moderating a panel of legislative leaders, talking about the new political landscape in Harrisburg, and our contin…

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  Dr. Jay Breneman, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 11, 2024 at 3:22 PM

Looking out for PA’s veterans

Today is a day to give thanks, and to help protect their futures. Fellow Advocate, Today is Veterans Day—a day of pride, gratitude, and honoring the lives and sacrifices of our nation’s veterans. As a U.S. Army veteran, I feel the pride of service and deeply appreciate the support we receive. But I…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 8, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Open for some good news

The most productive gun safety majority in PA House history will stay in power. Fellow Advocate,  I have some really exciting news that may help lift your spirits a little – our gun safety majority will remain in control of the PA House!1 Last election, the most productive gun safety majority in his…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 7, 2024 at 7:31 PM

Devastated but determined

Today, we continue our fight. Yesterday, I wrote to you seeking community. I told you about the complicated feelings the team and I are wrestling with in light of the election results, and I asked you to share yours with us. I have to say, I was blown away by your response. So many of you shared h…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 8:57 PM

Our movement is stronger than this moment

Whatever the future holds, we’ll face it together. Fellow Advocate, We just got off our team huddle, where we shared our fears, tears, and deep anger with the news this morning.  With a second Trump presidency looming, I know I’m feeling uncertain, anxious, and despondent. I’m angry that, once again…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA Action · [email protected]

November 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Make a plan to vote

Tomorrow is Election Day! Fellow Advocate,  Tomorrow is Election Day and I wanted to reach out to make sure you and your loved ones were ready for the big day! Everything we’ve been working towards is finally here. We’ve spent months strategizing and supporting gun safety candidates up and down the …

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 2, 2024 at 5:21 PM

Help us keep telling survivor stories

Help sustain our Deadly by Design project by becoming a monthly donor today. Fellow Advocate,  You just watched Joey’s firsthand story1 of barely surviving a gun suicide attempt, and last week saw  Lynnette’s video2 about her father’s domestic abuse and gun suicide – both could have been prevented w…

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  Joey Vallarian via CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

November 1, 2024 at 3:16 PM

I’m a firearm suicide survivor

I came within an inch of death by suicide – an Extreme Risk Protection Order could have stopped me. Fellow Advocate,  My name is Joey Vallarian, and I am a firearm suicide survivor. Statistically, only 1 in 10 of us survive an attempt involving a gun.1 So, to me, being here to share my story with yo…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

October 26, 2024 at 9:45 PM

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Extreme Risk Protection Orders can save lives in domestic violence cases. Fellow Advocate,  October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Our next Deadly by Design storyteller, Lynnette grew up in a home marred by domestic violence that eventually turned fatal.   Watch Lynnette's story here…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

October 22, 2024 at 2:53 PM

Welcome to our Newsletter

Read on to catch up on our busy fall A message from the Executive Director  I know it’s been a while, but we are officially bringing back our monthly CeaseFirePA email newsletter! And it couldn’t have come at more perfect time – as we wrap our #KeepKidsSafe Campaign for Back to School season, and p…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

October 10, 2024 at 8:27 PM

Let’s bust some myths

Here’s a handy list of common gun violence myths and facts. Fellow Advocate,  Back to School season is coming to a close across our Commonwealth. But before we tie up our seasonal #KeepKidsSafe campaign with a nice bow, I thought it would be educational to address some school gun violence prevention…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 7:14 PM

Join us at the Mutter Museum!

See you on October 17. Fellow Advocate, Gun safety is one of the most pressing issues in our Commonwealth, but it is especially crucial here in Philadelphia. It won’t be easy to solve this ongoing crisis of violence, but it is possible and necessary. And it begins with talking to our neighbors, and…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

September 30, 2024 at 4:29 PM

Gun suicide is gun violence

Watch Micky’s & Mark’s storyFellow Advocate,  Last week, I shared the latest installment of our Deadly by Design storytelling project, where Abby described her pain at her father’s preventable murder during a middle school dance in Edinboro, PA.1 Now, on this final day of National Suicide Awaren…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

September 29, 2024 at 1:33 PM

We must defeat her

Join our PAC in supporting Hadley Haas for HD-44.   Somebody has to say it. We must defeat Rep. Valerie Gaydos in this November’s election. Rep. Gaydos is a danger to her constituents in Western PA and our entire Commonwealth community. She has consistently voted against bipartisan measures proven t…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

September 26, 2024 at 10:07 PM

Biggest drop in gun violence in years. This will continue it.

This is big. Fellow Advocate,  President Biden isn’t wasting a single moment of his final days in office. I'm about to meet with him, Vice President Harris, and other gun violence prevention advocates and survivors from across the country to celebrate the historic drops in gun homicide over the past…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

September 25, 2024 at 4:14 PM

[Deadly by Design] Abby’s story

John could still be alive if PA had a safe storage law Fellow Advocate, Edinboro, PA – a quiet town outside of Erie – is the definition of Americana. Its tree-lined main street gives way to a serene view of Edinboro Lake and cornfields. But, it was also the setting for another devastating piece of …

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  Carol Lastowka, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

September 23, 2024 at 6:26 PM

For my friend, Rich

It’s too late for Rich, but not for the next generation. Fellow Advocate, In 11th grade Spanish, I sat next to Rich –  a quiet, good-looking senior with a nice smile.  When school resumed after winter break, Rich did not return. He had used an unsecured firearm to kill his dad, and then to take his …

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA Education Fund · [email protected]

September 12, 2024 at 7:06 PM

Firearm Suicide Prevention Webinar ft. Lt. Gov. Davis

A conversation with Lt. Gov. Davis, Eastern PA Director of AFSP Samantha Bruno, and Dr. Jay Breneman CW: Mention of suicide. If you or someone you care about is experiencing suicidal thoughts, help is available. Please call 988 or visit 988lifeline.org to speak with someone now.  Fellow Advocate, F…

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  Carol Lastowka, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

September 11, 2024 at 7:36 PM

Keeping all PA kids safe 🍎

Please join us on Zoom on September 18. Fellow Advocate, I’m reaching out to tell you about our Statewide #KeepKidsSafe Virtual Roundtable on Wednesday, September 18, at 6:30 p.m.  COUNT ME IN School communities across the country are still reeling from last week's tragic and preventable high schoo…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

September 10, 2024 at 9:34 PM

Meet Elizabeth Moro

Our PAC is proud to endorse Elizabeth Moro for PA HD-160.  Fellow Advocate,  I’m thrilled to share this news with you: Our PAC is endorsing Elizabeth Moro to replace Rep. Craig Williams in PA House District 160 – and you can click here to help us support her! A few months ago we told you about our s…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

September 4, 2024 at 9:45 PM

We want to hear from you

Take our 2-minute survey to share your concerns about gun violence this school year.   Now that Pennsylvania schools are back in session, our campaign to #KeepKidsSafe is also in full swing.  Part of that campaign is tapping into the concerns that parents and guardians across the Commonwealth share…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

August 31, 2024 at 4:36 PM

5 min to save a life

Get involved in our Keep Kids Safe Campaign! Fellow Advocate, Together, we’re building a movement to #KeepKidsSafe across Pennsylvania this school year. I know I say that a lot but I don’t say it lightly.  Through the end of September, we’re focusing our efforts on gun safety policies that will fost…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

August 26, 2024 at 6:16 PM

Not just school buildings

Let’s keep kids safe in school zones too. Fellow Advocate, We spend a lot of time talking about school shootings, and how to prevent them, and rightfully so. But according to a new report by The Trace,1 gun violence in the vicinity of schools can also traumatize children and impede their learning. …

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  Josh Fleitman, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

August 23, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Friday night lights turned deadly

Take action to require background checks on ammo sales.  Fellow Advocate, When you think of Friday night lights, what comes to mind? For me, it’s a chill in the air, the smell of grass, and the thrill of a high school football game. Certainly, it doesn’t conjure up images of horrific gun violence. B…

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  Becky Wainwright, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

August 22, 2024 at 7:46 PM

[REMINDER] Philly PAC Fundraiser

This event is right around the corner.  Fellow Advocate, I wanted to remind you about a powerful – and fun! – event in your area. A few weeks ago, I told you about our Greater Philadelphia PAC fundraiser, which is being held on Wednesday, September 11, at 6 p.m, at the home of Adam and Lisa Kessler…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

August 19, 2024 at 9:15 PM

Announcing our new merch site 🥁

Now, you can show off your advocacy with our merch store. Fellow Advocate, I have some really exciting news for you: Our merchandise store is making its debut today! And, just in time for Back to School, our featured item is a CeaseFirePA backpack. As our movement grows more powerful and more diver…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

August 12, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Launching our Keep Kids Safe Campaign 🚀

Join our call to prioritize gun safety this school year. Fellow Advocate, As my wife and I prepare our daughter to start school this fall, I have one consistent, haunting thought distracting me from picking out backpacks and pouring over the kindergarten curriculum. Will my daughter, and all Pennsyl…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

August 7, 2024 at 9:09 PM

I’ve got a secret 👀

Our Advocacy Day video is ready for your viewing pleasure. Fellow Advocate,  I’ve been sitting on an exciting secret. I commissioned a hype video of our Advocacy Day on May 7 – our largest day of action this year – and it’s now ready for your viewing and sharing pleasure! 🍿 Today marks three months …

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  Carol Lastowka, CeaseFirePA Education Fund · [email protected]

August 5, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Letter to the Editor Webinar ✍️

Learn how to write an effective Letter to the Editor in your local paper. I hope your summer is going swimmingly! 🏊 I wanted to (very briefly, I promise!) interrupt these last hot and hazy summer days to invite you to take a powerful next step in your advocacy. As we all start thinking about Back to…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA Action · [email protected]

August 1, 2024 at 9:40 PM

We’re endorsing Kamala Harris AND 83 PA champions!

We’re building a federal-state partnership to end gun violence. Fellow Advocate, It’s official: CeaseFirePA Action has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President in 2024.  Vice President Harris has been an integral part of the most pro-gun safety Presidential Administration in U.S. History.…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA Education Fund · [email protected]

July 31, 2024 at 10:26 PM

Changing the narrative on firearm suicide

Our new Director of Firearm Suicide Prevention Policy started this month.  Fellow Advocate, Firearm suicide is responsible for over half of all gun deaths in Pennsylvania,1 impacting rural areas from the Poconos to the coal region the most. It is a crisis that affects our friends, family, and neigh…

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  Becky Wainwright, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

July 31, 2024 at 4:10 PM

CORRECTION: All in for Hadley

We are cohosting a Philly fundraiser for Hadley Haas next week.  I'm reaching out again to issue a correction on this. A previous version of this email had the wrong location and date for this exciting event.Please see the corrected version below, and join us at the home of Jamey Delaplane and Mark …

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

July 30, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Announcing our PA House endorsees ✨

Open to see the list of gun safety champions we’re endorsing this fall. Fellow Advocate,I’m coming to you with the biggest news of the summer (no, seriously). Our list of Pennsylvania House endorsees is here and hot off the presses! We’ve endorsed a full roster of eighty-one candidates running for P…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

July 29, 2024 at 11:31 PM

Challenge accepted?

Help us unlock a $15,000 donation.   Since I last reached out, I received some truly excellent news:  generous donors have challenged us to raise $185,000 toward our $200,000 goal of flipping (at least) two PA House seats to gun safety champions, and promised to chip in the remaining $15,000 if we …

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  Becky Wainwright, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

July 26, 2024 at 6:15 PM

You’re invited

Join us for a fundraiser to elect gun safety champions.  Hi Fellow Advocate,  You probably got an email from Adam this week explaining the importance of our PAC strategy this fall. But, ICYMI, here’s the short version: we plan on investing $100,000 in at least two flippable PA House districts ahead …

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA PAC · [email protected]

July 25, 2024 at 11:01 PM

We’re ready to win

We will make gun safety an electoral winner.  Fellow Advocate,  May 7 was a visceral day. Maybe you were with us when – in front of 600 gun safety advocates – two1 of our priority bills2 failed to pass in the PA House, each by a margin of just one vote.  On that day, it became abundantly clear to m…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFirePA · [email protected]

July 15, 2024 at 2:46 PM

When gun violence becomes political violence

More guns will not make us safer Fellow Advocate,   This weekend’s bone-chilling assassination attempt of former President Trump in Butler, PA shook me, my team, and our entire nation to our core. It harkens back to dark eras in our history where violence, not words or votes, were used to settle pol…

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  Adam Garber, CeaseFire · [email protected]

July 12, 2024 at 10:15 PM

This bipartisan budget will save lives.

Last night, Gov. Shapiro signed a gun safety budget into law. I’m coming to you with some really good news: last night, the PA General Assembly passed and Gov. Shapiro signed a bipartisan budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. This budget includes a $56.5 million investment in community-based gun vi…

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  Carol Lastowka, CeaseFirePA Education Fund · [email protected]

July 8, 2024 at 4:45 PM

CORRECTION: Guess who is headlining our summer meeting?

Join us and our special guest next Wednesday, 7/10. I'm reaching out again because the original version of this email contained a typo in the name of our honored guest, Tyson Combs. I apologize for this error, and please see the corrected version below.  Wednesday's meeting will be a great time, a…

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