In our last episode, we looked back at some of our most impactful conversations and we talked about how we can put what we have learned into action. At the time we were recording, another school shooting had just occurred in Nashville, Tennessee, where three 9-year old children and three teachers were killed. We shared our frustration at the escalation of gun violence here in the United States, and the apparent lack of action to change it.
In this episode, we decided to call B.S. on the complacency and lack of real action on this critical issue. The solutions should be common sense, as this is really about saving lives, and yet the country is more divided than ever. We all have to be a part of the public outcry for real change, right now, and in this episode, we explore how we can do just that. We also provide some helpful information in the links below.
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In this episode you'll hear:
Our opinions on gun control in light of the recent events in this country [3:42]
The bigger picture to focus on when it comes to gun control legislation [9:38]
A video that brought together both sides of the gun issue and how it can help show us where we can go from here [17:25]
The role that Hollywood and video games play in the infatuation that Americans have with guns and gun culture [18:22]
What we are seeing being put in place as the trends turn to better gun legislation [23:29]
How you can reach your elected officials and let your stance be known right now [32:47]
Introducing our Models of Respect for this week [36:10]
Links & Resources:
In Britain, it took just one school shooting to pass major gun control (NPR)
YouTube: Pro-Gun Vs. Anti-Gun: Is There Middle Ground?
These are the gun control laws passed in 2022 (CNN)
2023 Everytown Gun Law Rankings
Permitless Carry States:
https://www.handgunlaw.us/documents/Permitless_Carry_States.pdf
Washington Post - The Destructive Power of an AR-15
