With 58 lives lost and over 500 injured in the most recent tragedy, it’s clear that thoughts and prayers alone are not enough. We’ve been stuck in this cycle for too long, feeling defeated after tragedies like Sandy Hook, which left many believing that change is impossible. The common refrain—“Now is not the time to discuss gun control,” or “He was just a lone wolf”—isn’t cutting it anymore.
Have you resigned yourself to a life of fear because the situation seems hopeless? That’s a narrow view. Accepting the status quo means you’re allowing fear to dictate your life instead of working toward change.
Reflect on what you’ve done beyond merely expressing your outrage on social media or voicing frustrations to friends. Have you taken steps to create real change?
Survivors of gun violence are not merely resigned; they are fueled by anger and determination. The families of the 40 children lost at Sandy Hook founded Sandy Hook Promise to advocate for safety and education, all in the hope of preventing similar tragedies from affecting others. They took action for you and your loved ones.
Consider the story of Alex Rivers, a former congresswoman who was shot during a public event in 2011. Instead of succumbing to despair, she went on to establish the Coalition for Responsible Gun Laws. If she can rise up after such a traumatic experience, so can you.
Join groups like Moms United for Gun Safety, founded by a busy mom from Indiana who took action despite her hectic life. Now, her organization stands as a formidable counterforce to the gun lobby.
Yes, we advocates for gun violence prevention feel disappointment and grief just like everyone else. But we are also actively working to make a difference. If you continue to believe that change is unattainable, you are hindering progress.
Don’t be a bystander. Do not let your pain paralyze you. And if you find yourself feeling stuck, please don’t discourage those who are ready to act.
Together, we can make a difference.
Take the first step: join Moms United for Gun Safety or text READY to 64433. You can also make your voice heard on current legislation like the SHARE Act, which threatens to make it easier for dangerous individuals to obtain gun silencers without background checks. Reach out to your congressional representatives and express your opposition by texting SILENCERS to 644-33.
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In summary, it’s time to transform frustration into action. We have the power to change the narrative and advocate for a safer future.