February 5, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 5, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 Trump Ignores Gun Violence in State of the Union Address “Tonight, gun violence survivors, activists, and family members from all over the nation were invited by members of Congress to witness President Trump’s State of the Union address. But despite their …
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February 2, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Calls on Governor Northam to Resign “We were shocked and disgusted at the photo that surfaced early Friday evening. This is not the Ralph Northam that we have gotten to know and work closely with over …
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February 1, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 1, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Recognizes Black History Month Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Director of African-American and Community Outreach Kayla Hicks and Deputy Legal Director Yasmin Fletcher issued the following statement: “February 1, 2019 marks the …
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January 28, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 Permitless Carry Dies On Virginia Senate Floor Richmond, VA— Permitless concealed carry in the home state of the National Rifle Association (NRA) is dead once again. Senator Emmett Hanger (R-24) crossed party lines to ensure that the irresponsible legislation once again …
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January 18, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 18, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 Virginia House Subcommittee Follows Senate Counterparts, Ignores the Will of Voters on Gun Violence Prevention Richmond, VA— One day after the Virginia Senate Courts of Justice Committee rejected numerous popular gun violence prevention bills, the House of Delegates followed suit. The …
January 17, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 17, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Fully Endorses Virginia Senator Dick Saslaw for Re-Election The Senate Minority Leader is a strong ally of Virginia’s thriving gun violence prevention movement Richmond, VA (January 17, 2019) — The Coalition to …
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January 17, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 17, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 Virginia Senate Committee Rejects Will of the People, Votes Down Gun Violence Prevention Bills Richmond, VA— Wednesday afternoon, the Virginia Senate Courts of Justice Committee rejected numerous gun violence prevention bills — including popular proposals like requiring universal background checks, establishing …
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January 8, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 A New Day for Gun Violence Prevention On the eighth anniversary of the shooting of former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, the new House of Representatives introduces H.R. 8 to establish universal background checks on all gun sales Washington, DC …
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January 4, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 4, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Applauds Governor Northam’s Commitment to Gun Violence Prevention Governor Ralph Northam Introduces Package of Popular Gun Reform Proposals Washington, DC (January 4, 2019) — This morning, Governor Ralph Northam introduced a package …
January 4, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 4, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Endorses For The People Act Americans deserve a government that works for them; H.R. 1 should be passed with bipartisan support and signed into law Washington, DC (January 4, 2019) — This …
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December 18, 2018
In the News
The New York Times cites an analysis from the Educational Fund to Stop Gun Violence on the 2017 gun death rate, quoting our policy analyst Dakota Jablon
December 14, 2018
In the News
Rolling Stone quotes our Director of Public Health Research Adelyn Allchin on the 2017 gun death rate
December 14, 2018
In the News
CNN cites Ed Fund analysis on 2017 gun fatalities and quotes Adelyn Allchin, our Director of Public Health Research
November 20, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 CSGV Supports Pelosi for Speaker Leader Pelosi has been an advocate for gun violence prevention for years; there is no better leader to move this issue forward. Washington, DC (November 20, 2018) — The Coalition to Stop Gun …
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November 9, 2018
In the News
Our Legislative Director speaks out on the recent mass shooting in his hometown of Thousand Oaks, California
November 8, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 “We Cannot Accept This As Normal.” Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Legislative Director Reacts to Shooting in Hometown Washington, DC (November 8, 2018) — At least 12 people were killed late Wednesday night as a gunman opened fire …
November 7, 2018
In the News
“[Jennifer Wexton] won a six-way primary on her legislative record and the strength of endorsements from Northam and Rep. Gerald E. Connolly (D-Va.) and the influential gun-control group, the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence.”
November 7, 2018
Press Release
Gun Violence Prevention Wins Big Gun Violence Prevention Triumphs as Democrats Take the House Washington, DC (November 7, 2018) — Voters across the nation sent a message on Tuesday night: gun violence prevention is a winning issue. Americans are sick and tired of horrific gun violence in their communities followed by inaction in Washington. This …
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October 27, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 America is Under Siege by Armed Hatred Washington, DC (October 27, 2018) — This morning, Americans were once again confronted by the devastating effects of armed hatred. An anti-Semitic attack on the Tree of Life Synagogue in Squirrel …
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October 24, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 24, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Our Democracy is in Peril Washington, DC (October 24, 2018) — In the past two days, an unknown person or group of people has attempted to send explosive devices to the houses of former President Barack Obama, former …
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