Tag: gun control
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D.C. Restaurants Offering Complimentary Meals for March For Our Lives Participants
Get Pregnant Fast As the world rallies for the “March For Our Lives” movement on Saturday, March 24, Washington, D.C. stands as a central hub of activism. Leading the charge are survivors from the tragic events at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, where 17 lives were lost on February 14. As these passionate advocates take…
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Betsy DeVos’ Visit to Parkland High School Draws Criticism from Students
Get Pregnant Fast In a move met with significant backlash, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos made an unannounced visit to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, where a tragic mass shooting claimed 17 lives on Valentine’s Day. Announcing her intention via Twitter the night before, DeVos’s visit was notably closed to the press, raising…
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School District Equips Teachers with Mini Baseball Bats: A Bizarre Response to Safety Concerns
Get Pregnant Fast In an age where educational institutions are increasingly vigilant about security, one Pennsylvania school district has implemented a rather curious approach to protecting its staff and students. Amidst rising anxiety over school shootings, the Millcreek Township School District has decided to arm its teachers with 16-inch mini baseball bats. Yes, you read…
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George and Lisa Thompson Contribute $500K to March for Our Lives
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of the tragic shooting at Maplewood High School, student survivors are spearheading the March for Our Lives rally, advocating for sensible gun control. Scheduled for March 24 in Washington, D.C., this rally has received a significant financial endorsement from Hollywood power couple, Lisa and George Thompson. Lisa, a renowned…
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Gun Sellers, Manufacturers, and Their Insurers: It’s Time to Step Up
Get Pregnant Fast I recall the experience of searching for an obstetrician when I was expecting my first child. I was naïve enough to think I could just find a doctor for my reproductive health. However, it turns out I needed someone specifically trained to handle childbirth—a whole different ball game. What sets this apart…
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Dick’s Sporting Goods Ceases Sale of Assault-Style Weapons in Stores
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant move that has reverberated through the retail and gun control communities, Dick’s Sporting Goods has announced it will no longer sell assault-style weapons in its stores. The decision comes in the wake of the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, which took the lives of 17 individuals…
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I’ll Stop Being ‘Political’ When I Can Stop Fearing for My Kids’ Safety
Get Pregnant Fast On December 14, 2012, a tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School claimed the lives of 20 innocent children. Since that day, gun violence has continued to take a heavy toll, with 338 mass shootings reported in just the year 2017 alone. In the aftermath of Sandy Hook, many believed this…