Gun laws in America have too many loopholes and people don’t understand the increased risks associated with gun ownership. It’s time to stop waiting around for the government to take action.
Tag: gun control
The repercussions of thoughtless violence
How many more AAPI communities must suffer at the hands of recklessness for them to be heard?
Dear Congress, it is time to do something about gun control
Three mass shooting events within two weeks is a good enough indicator that action needs to be taken.
Male role models, not gun control, is needed to stop mass shootings
Most massive acts of violence are perpetrated by fatherless men. It is the lack of male role models, not the abundance of guns, that is causing massacres.
Mass shooting in Long Beach leaves students wondering if guns are worth the trouble
Mass shootings aren’t going to stop but maybe we can try the easiest solution.
As America changes we need to stop looking to the past for guidance
I made a rookie mistake last week. As I sat at my kitchen table eating dinner, I absentmindedly went through the social media apps on my phone until I ended up on Facebook. Here I saw a post from a friend of a friend of a friend (let’s be clear[Read More…]
March for Our Lives takes Long Beach
Long Beach joined the nation in the March for Our Lives event Saturday, as thousands gathered in Bixby Park to rally against gun violence. The national protest was inspired by the Parkland, Florida shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School, one of many mass shootings over the last few years. The[Read More…]
The Constitution is long overdue for a revisit
Growing up in the U.S., we all learn about the Constitution and the 27 Amendments that make up the laws of our country. Many have caused controversy over the years, with the Second Amendment being the target of scrutiny as mass shootings become more prevalent across the nation. While wanting[Read More…]
Arming teachers misses the mark
Since the Feb. 14 shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, both sides of the aisle have dug into their respective corners, calling for legislative changes. The national conversation has trotted out the usual talking points: mental health, various bans on various weapons and violent video[Read More…]
Trump’s comments on video games are a distraction that ignores the real issues
The White House hosted a press conference last week in response to the school shooting in Florida, which left 17 people dead. While the event was supposed to focus on gun violence, President Donald Trump stated that he wanted to do “something” about violence in video games. “I’m hearing more[Read More…]
