Feeling overwhelmed by the frequency of mass shootings? It’s time to take a stand. The recent tragedy has left 58 lives lost and over 500 injured. Here’s a familiar narrative that we often hear:
- Thoughts and prayers—
- Nothing will change!
- After Sandy Hook, hope faded.
- Now’s not the time to discuss gun laws.
- He acted alone; no one could predict it.
- Changing regulations won’t make a difference.
- Bad individuals will always find ways to obtain firearms.
- I feel too helpless to act.
Is that really your stance? Accepting a life filled with fear and frustration instead of striving for change? It’s time to shake off that mindset.
Let’s Talk About Real Action
What steps have you taken beyond sharing your frustration online or venting to friends? You haven’t even scratched the surface of making a difference. Stand up and get involved!
Survivors of gun violence are driven by anger rather than despair. They understand the devastating impact gun violence has on individuals, families, and society as a whole. The parents from Sandy Hook, who lost their precious children, established Sandy Hook Promise to advocate for change and prevent similar tragedies. They did this for you—so your children won’t face the same fate.
And they’re not alone. Former Congresswoman Sarah Lawson, who survived a mass shooting in 2011, didn’t let her trauma define her. Instead, she founded Americans for Responsible Solutions. If a woman who faced such a horrific ordeal can take action, what’s stopping you?
I’m a member of a non-partisan group called Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, started by a mother of five from Indiana. Despite her busy life, she took a stand and now leads the largest grassroots organization opposing the NRA.
So yes, we, as advocates for preventing gun violence, feel disappointment and pain. We’re in this battle together and believe we can drive change. But your acceptance of inaction hinders our progress.
Don’t Just Watch from the Sidelines
Don’t remain frozen in your grief. Refusing to fight sends a message that you believe we’re powerless.
Let’s be clear: WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. WE ARE ACTING. Are you ready to join us?
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In summary, if you’re as tired of mass shootings as I am, it’s time to transform that frustration into action. Together, we can work towards change.