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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 10h

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 12h

She was also a champion for gun violence prevention policies that make Iowa communities safer. Her leadership will be deeply missed.

Our hearts are with Senator Celsi’s loved ones and all impacted by her passing at this painful time.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 12h

We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Iowa state Senator Claire Celsi. As one of our first volunteers to step up to run for office in the name of gun safety, Senator Celsi helped inspire our Demand a Seat program, which trains our volunteers to build and run successful campaigns.

Iowa state Sen. Claire Celsi of West Des Moines dies at 59

Democratic Iowa state Sen. Claire Celsi, of West Des Moines, died Monday, after spending weeks in hospice care, her daughter confirmed in a social media post.

www.thegazette.com

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 15h

Now, she’s running for governor of New Jersey to continue that fight. With one of the lowest gun death rates in the country, New Jersey needs a proven leader who will build on that progress—not roll it back.

We’re proud to stand with Mikie Sherrill for governor.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 15h

Now, she’s running for governor of New Jersey to continue that fight. With one of the lowest gun death rates in the country, New Jersey needs a proven leader who will build on that progress—not roll it back.

We’re proud to stand with Mikie Sherrill for governor.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 15h

@MikieSherrill is a veteran, a former prosecutor, and a mom—and she’s spent her entire career fighting to keep communities safe.

In Congress, she helped pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, expanding secure storage awareness, and working to keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers.

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Everytown for Gun Safety @everytown.bsky.social · 1d

In a new lawsuit, the gun industry’s trade association—the NSSF—has been accused of running a decades-long program that sent gun owners’ personal information to political operatives without consent.

Gun Owners Sue NSSF for Using Personal Data Without Consent

The lawsuit accuses the gun industry trade group of secretly deploying gun owners’ personal data for political campaigns.

smokinggun.org

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 1d

If you live in Minnesota, join these leaders in calling on key lawmakers to hold a special season to ban assault weapons. Text MN to 644-33 and we’ll connect you!

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 1d

“Hundreds of faith leaders from around the state delivered a letter to the governor on Wednesday urging him to call a special session. Dozens of them held a prayer service on the Capitol steps and said they’d continue putting pressure on every day for a week, or longer if necessary.”

In reversal, Walz says he needs deal with top lawmakers to call special session on guns

The statement Wednesday seemed to walk back prior comments the DFLer made about bringing lawmakers back to St. Paul with or without an agreement on a special session.

www.mprnews.org

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 1d

Sign up for a Weekend of Action to get out the vote for Abigail and other Gun Sense Candidates dedicated to making our communities safer! Text ELECT to 644-33 to find an event.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 1d

While Gov. Youngkin vetoed common-sense gun safety bills, Abigail will get them across the finish line, but she needs our help.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 1d

As a former CIA officer, federal law enforcement official, and Moms Demand Action volunteer, she knows what responsible gun ownership looks like. And as a former US representative, she’s proven that she’s ready to fight for laws that keep Virginians safe.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 1d

Ending gun violence isn’t a partisan issue—it’s an issue of public safety, and Virginia’s next governor, Abigail Spanberger, agrees. 🧵

@abigailspanberger.com

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 2d

“Nearly half the high-profile shootings at houses of worship we identified over the past two decades were motivated by hate, most often white supremacy.”

A Timeline of High-Profile Shootings at Houses of Worship

The attack on a Mormon church in Michigan was one of many similar shootings over the past 20 years, according to an analysis by The Trace.

www.thetrace.org

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Everytown for Gun Safety @everytown.bsky.social · 2d

Election Day is just one month away! If we want to end gun violence, we must elect candidates at every level of government who will prioritize our safety above gun industry profits.

Make sure your voice is heard: Text PLEDGE to 644-33 to commit to vote in this year’s elections.

Add Your Name: Commit to Vote!

We need to elect Gun Sense Candidates who will help us end the gun violence crisis.

act.everytown.org

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 2d

🗳️ Election Day is one month away, and if this year has made one thing clear, it's that one election can change everything.

We simply cannot afford to sit out this election. Lives are on the line. Take the pledge and make a plan to vote, and ask others to do the same: etwn.us/pledge_BS

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 3d

Lydia’s bravery should never have been necessary. We join her family in calling for meaningful action to end gun violence so no other child must endure what she has.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 3d

"She will need ongoing care for the foreseeable future, but she remains a brave little fighter, and she is feeling stronger every day," said an update on the family’s GoFundMe page.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 3d

We are elated to learn that 12-year-old Lydia Kaiser has returned to school after being shot in the head while protecting a younger student from gunfire at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota last month.

'A brave little fighter': Student wounded in Minnesota church mass shooting is back at school

Lydia Kaiser, 12, was shot while trying to protect a younger student. Part of her skull needed to be removed to make room for swelling in her brain.

www.whas11.com

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Students Demand Action @studentsdemand.bsky.social · 3d

South Carolina State University students should be in class today, recapping a joyous Homecoming weekend with friends. Instead, the festivities and today’s classes were canceled after two separate shootings on Saturday night sent the HBCU campus into lockdown. 🧵

Teen charged following fatal SC State shooting, lockdown lifted Monday

SLED says they are investigating two separate shootings that took place on the South Carolina State University campus on Saturday night.

www.wistv.com

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 4d

Nothing is killing children in America more than guns. This is a preventable crisis that our lawmakers know how to stop, but lack the courage to act. Our hearts break for these children and their loved ones. We do not have to live like this. Our kids should not be dying like this.

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 4d

HORRIFIC: Two young children, ages 4 and 13, were shot and killed, and two others, ages 8 and 9, were shot and wounded yesterday at a truck stop near Angleton, Texas. It’s unclear if the children were related.

2 Children Are Dead and 2 Are in Critical Condition in Texas Shooting

www.nytimes.com

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 4d

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides 24/7 confidential assistance. To speak with a trained advocate, visit thehotline.org or text START to 88788.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free...

thehotline.org

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Everytown for Gun Safety @everytown.bsky.social · 4d

At least two people were shot and killed, and 12 others were shot and wounded, late last night in downtown Montgomery during the Alabama National Fair. Police described the firearms used as “high capacity.”

This is preventable. We all deserve to enjoy a night out without fear of being shot.

2 killed and 12 wounded in shooting in downtown Montgomery, Alabama

At least three people had life-threatening injuries, according to Montgomery Police Chief Jim Graboys.

www.nbcnews.com

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 5d

Don’t believe the gun lobby’s hype: There is no research to support the idea that women’s gun ownership increases their safety. In fact, studies show the opposite—that women living in households with a firearm are at greater risk of homicide.

Learn more: everytownresearch.org/domestic-violence

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