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Gun Violence

Since Charlottesville, White Supremacists Have Committed at Least 73 Murders
Trump's overt racism is a key factor, says author and professor Ibram X. Kendi.

Leave Muslims Out of This. Let’s Discuss White Violence on Its Own Terms.
White supremacist violence is part of the racist culture of the U.S. and has nothing to do with Muslims.

The NRA Is a Symptom of the Racism That Drives Violence in the US
The Second Amendment is about arming white men against communities of color.

Instead of Criminalizing Individuals, Let’s Take Down the Gun Industry
The gun industry has legal immunity from liability. Congress should change that.

Trump Calls for Policies That Harm People With Mental Illness
Trump is blaming mass shootings on people with mental illness, despite overwhelming research to the contrary.

Mass Movements Can Beat Back Racist Vigilantes Like the El Paso Shooter
Vigilantism can be fractured and challenged by broad coalitions working together.

In the Face of McConnell’s Inaction, Progressives Call for Gun Reform
Sen. Mitch McConnell has refused to move forward on a number of gun control bills that currently sit on his desk.

Advocates Call for Bold Action to Curb Gun Violence
In addition to reforms, we need to challenge banks to stop doing business with the gun industry.

Republican Retirements in Texas Could Finally Mean Change to Gun Laws
GOP Congress members are abandoning tough reelection battles in suburban districts.

There Are No Safe Places in This Country
The powerful are pretending to be powerless in the face of mass shootings.