The Alliance · [email protected]

December 26, 2025 at 6:03 PM

Naughty and Nice: Who is really building safety, and who is tearing it down?

Let’s do a quick “Naughty and Nice” check-in, Alliance style.John,  Let’s do a quick “Naughty and Nice” check-in, Alliance style. Nice list: Communities organizing for safer schools and safer homes.Voters in Maine choosing a new path to temporarily remove guns from people who pose a danger.Courts in…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 23, 2025 at 6:53 PM

From all of us, thank you

Before the holidays pull everyone in a hundred directions, we just want to say thank you.John, Before the holidays pull everyone in a hundred directions, we just want to say thank you.  Thank you for signing, sharing, donating, showing up, and choosing safety when it would be easier to tune out. The…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 22, 2025 at 4:54 PM

We need to go into 2026 ready

As we head into the final stretch of the year, I want to be direct. The work to prevent gun violence does not pause, and 2026 will demand sustained advocacy, fast response, and steady pressure on lawmakers.John,  As we head into the final stretch of the year, I want to be direct and brief. The work …

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 21, 2025 at 4:03 PM

In case you missed our last email.

When tragedy strikes, people pay attention for a moment. Real change happens when advocates stay in the work for the long haul. John, did you see our email from yesterday?  When tragedy strikes, people pay attention for a moment. Real change happens when advocates stay in the work for the long haul.…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Join the supporters who keep this work going all year

Gun violence is not a one week story. It is a daily emergency that touches schools, homes, workplaces, and public spaces. In 2023, nearly 47,000 people in the United States were killed with a firearm. Will you become a sustainer with a monthly gift in 2026?  John,  Gun violence is not a one week st…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 18, 2025 at 4:52 PM

Safety is a global responsibility

Last week, the world watched another community shattered by gunfire.John,  Last week, the world watched another community shattered by gunfire.  During a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney, two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish community event, killing 15 people and injuring more than 40. Au…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 17, 2025 at 5:03 PM

Tell Lawmakers Enough is Enough.

Thirteen years ago this week, a gunman walked into Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut and killed 20 first graders and six educators. That shooting remains the deadliest attack at an elementary school in United States history.John,  Over a decade ago, a gunman walked into Sandy Hook…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 15, 2025 at 6:21 PM

School should mean learning, not lockdowns.

Last week, students at Brown University were taking their final exams when a gunman opened fire in an engineering building. Two students were killed and nine others were wounded.John,  Last week, students at Brown University were taking their final exams when a gunman opened fire in an engineering b…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 14, 2025 at 1:15 AM

Holding Brown University close tonight

Two people have been killed and eight critically injured. We can’t keep living like this.John, We are both devastated and angered by the shooting at Brown University in Providence today. At the time of writing, two people have been killed and eight others are reported critically injured. Families ar…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 11, 2025 at 5:35 PM

Your impact is reaching far beyond our state

The work you support here is changing what is possible far beyond our own state. John,  The work you support here is changing what is possible far beyond our own state.  - In Oregon, voters approved Measure 114 in 2022. The law requires a permit, completed safety training, and a successful backgroun…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 9, 2025 at 8:35 PM

We have come too far to turn back now.

Because of people like you, we are not just hoping that gun safety laws work, we are seeing the tangible results. John,  Because of people like you, we are not just hoping that gun safety laws work, we are seeing the tangible results.  Firearms are now the leading cause of death for children and tee…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 9, 2025 at 12:15 AM

We're not done yet.

We’ve seen significant progress this year, including passing permit-to-purchase, better enforcement of existing laws, and continued investment in prevention strategies. But gun violence is still tearing families apart. John,  We’ve seen significant progress this year, including passing permit-to-pur…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 4, 2025 at 12:31 AM

There's still time to join the fight!

Giving Tuesday was yesterday and one thing is extremely clear– the majority of people are onboard with fighting and ending gun violence in our communities. Luckily, we’re continuing the donation train to meet and push past our $20,000 goal. John,  Giving Tuesday was yesterday and one thing is extrem…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 3, 2025 at 2:46 AM

Last hours to make your Giving Tuesday impact

We’re in the final hours of the largest fundraising day of the year, and we’re reaching out because your support right now truly matters. Gun violence continues to devastate families across Washington, but we have the power to end what has become an unfortunate and horrific norm. John,  We’re in the…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 2, 2025 at 5:04 PM

It’s Giving Tuesday! Here’s how you can help.

We’re asking for your help right now to help at a critical time for the gun violence prevention movement. John,  We’re asking for your help right now to help at a critical time for the gun violence prevention movement.  Every year, we lose hundreds of our neighbors, coworkers, and loved ones to prev…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 2, 2025 at 2:01 PM

What Year We Had: Our 2025 Year End Review

Check out our newest newsletter installment where we discuss election wrap up, Giving Tuesday, and Die Hard(?)NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER2025 Election Results  Washington Voters, Once Again, Reaffirm Commitment to Gun Responsibility. We are so proud to say that this election, voters across Washington once …

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

December 1, 2025 at 7:46 PM

Tomorrow matters more than ever

Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday! A day when people across the country stand behind causes they believe in. For us, that support couldn’t come at a more important time. John,  Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday! A day where people across the country stand behind causes they believe in. For us, that support could…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

November 29, 2025 at 5:01 PM

One dollar doesn’t change the world… but thousands do.

It’s true: one dollar alone won’t end gun violence. That’s obvious. But when thousands of Washingtonians stand together - one dollar at a time - we can make real, measurable change. John,  It’s true: one dollar alone won’t end gun violence. That’s obvious. But when thousands of Washingtonians stand …

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

November 25, 2025 at 6:15 PM

Is gun violence prevention worth $1?

For a fraction of the cost of a single cup of coffee, you can help pass proven laws, fund community violence prevention, and defend progress that save lives across Washington. John,  I want to pose an important question: IS GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION WORTH $1 PER MONTH? For a fraction of the cost of a …

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

October 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Halloween is about treats, not tragedy.

Halloween should be a night of fun, not fear. But in too many communities, celebrations are overshadowed by the reality of unsecured firearms and preventable tragedies.John,  Halloween should be a night of fun, not fear. But in too many communities, celebrations are overshadowed by the reality of un…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

October 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM

The Harsh Reality of Safe Storage in America

Here’s the reality: Nationwide, an estimated 54% of gun owners fail to securely lock all firearms, leaving 4.6 million U.S. children in homes with at least one unlocked, loaded gun.John, Here’s the reality: Nationwide, an estimated 54% of gun owners fail to securely lock all firearms, leaving 4.6 mi…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

October 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM

Gridlock will not stop us.

Washington D.C. continues to be paralyzed by division. Every week brings another reminder that federal leaders are talking past each other instead of tackling the gun violence epidemic head-on.John, Washington D.C. continues to be paralyzed by division. Every week brings another reminder that federa…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

October 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM

While D.C. stalls, we must keep moving forward.

Congress can’t seem to agree on much, especially when it comes to gun violence prevention. But here in Washington State, we’re proving that progress is not only possible - it’s practical.John, Congress can’t seem to agree on much, especially when it comes to gun violence prevention. But here in Wash…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

September 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM

We can't afford to wait.

This past weekend was another painful reminder of the crisis we’re facing. In Michigan, a gunman stormed a church, killing four and injuring eight others. In North Carolina, a premeditated attack at a bar left three people dead.John,  This past weekend was another painful reminder of the crisis we’r…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

September 26, 2025 at 4:48 PM

Don’t Let Congress Gut State Gun Laws

As if this year wasn’t enough, Congress has introduced different bills that in effect would force every state to accept another state’s concealed carry permit. That includes those with weaker standards or none at all. Under these proposals, states that require background checks, firearm safety train…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

September 22, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Three minutes that changed a life—watch this story

John, this November, Maine voters will have the chance to vote Yes on 2 and pass a life-saving gun safety measure. Ahead of the critical election, Safe Schools, Safe Communities just released its first ad in support of Yes on 2. John, this November, Maine voters will have the chance to vote Yes on 2…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

September 19, 2025 at 7:05 PM

Read this if you want to end gun violence

Gun violence is preventable John,  Since 2013, the Alliance for Gun Responsibility has been a leader in firearm violence prevention in Washington State. Since then, the community has spoken and we have passed sweeping legislation that focuses on protecting our communities at the most local level. Th…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

September 17, 2025 at 10:51 PM

Here are facts the gun lobby doesn’t want you to know

We’re debunking myths that fuel gun violenceJohn,  The gun lobby is adept at distraction, misinformation, and fear-mongering. They repeat the same misleading talking points until people — even elected officials — start to believe them.  This is a deliberate strategy to make Americans complacent abou…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

September 12, 2025 at 5:08 PM

Schools should be safe. Let’s make sure they are.

Firearms are the #1 killer of children in America. We can change that.John, As kids across the country are back to school, one thing should be certain: they’re safe.  But in America, that’s far from guaranteed.  Firearms are now the leading cause of death for children and teenagers in the United Sta…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

September 9, 2025 at 8:38 PM

When words diminish violence, our resolve must rise.

Earlier this week, President Trump took to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC to show the American people just how out of touch, callous, and ignorant he is on the issue of domestic violence.John, Earlier this week, President Trump took to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC to show the…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

August 27, 2025 at 7:47 PM

In Response to the Minneapolis School Shooting

This morning, the Minneapolis community was rocked with a horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School. At the time of writing, reports indicate at least two children were killed and 17 others were injured. Authorities have confirmed that the shooter is no longer a threat, but the damage d…

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  Renée Hopkins (via the Alliance for Gun Responsibility) · [email protected]

August 15, 2025 at 3:23 PM

3 reasons why we need you right now

Hi John,  Here are 3 reasons why your support matters right now: 1. National rollbacks have local consequences. Efforts to loosen restrictions on dangerous weapons and cut funding for violence prevention threaten progress we’ve made. When federal protections weaken, our state laws and community prog…

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  The Alliance · [email protected]

August 13, 2025 at 4:33 PM

Trump and his allies are working overtime to undo progress. We’re working just as hard to stop them.

And we need your help.Hi John,  Donald Trump and his allies in the federal government — and across the country — are working around the clock to dismantle the measures we’ve fought so hard for to prevent gun violence. They’re catering to the gun lobby, stripping away accountability, and undermining …

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