Twice in 24 hours. Eight times in the last week. 255 times this year. That’s how frequently mass shootings are happening in America.
I’m heartbroken -- and I’m angry.
As a Governor, I’ve had to order the flags to half-staff 9 times since the tragic shooting in Las Vegas in 2017.
Enough.
We know what we need to do. We need action. Now.
Red flag laws. Ending the sale of assault weapons. A significant expansion of mental health. Even 97% of gun owners have supported background checks for every purchase. These solutions don’t need more thoughts and prayers -- they just need action. Now.
We also have to confront the hate and white supremacy that stokes too much violence in our country. Each of us has a responsibility to condemn white nationalism. What happened this weekend is no exception. Instead of standing up to this hate, we have a President who stokes resentment and division for political gain. We deserve better.
Our children our watching. Our words matter. It’s time to reject the politics of hate and division and demand leadership that unites the country behind our shared values.
I’m heartbroken -- and I’m angry.
As a Governor, I’ve had to order the flags to half-staff 9 times since the tragic shooting in Las Vegas in 2017.
Enough.
We know what we need to do. We need action. Now.
Red flag laws. Ending the sale of assault weapons. A significant expansion of mental health. Even 97% of gun owners have supported background checks for every purchase. These solutions don’t need more thoughts and prayers -- they just need action. Now.
We also have to confront the hate and white supremacy that stokes too much violence in our country. Each of us has a responsibility to condemn white nationalism. What happened this weekend is no exception. Instead of standing up to this hate, we have a President who stokes resentment and division for political gain. We deserve better.
Our children our watching. Our words matter. It’s time to reject the politics of hate and division and demand leadership that unites the country behind our shared values.
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