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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September 10, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Guns and Suicide: An American Epidemic On World Suicide Prevention Day, the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence draws attention to the link between firearms access and suicide. Washington, DC (September 10, 2018) — Over the last year, numerous high-profile …
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September 7, 2018
In the News
Our Media Director Andrew Patrick discusses how the NRA has influenced gun culture in America- and how Parkland activists may be shifting that tide
September 4, 2018
In the News
Our Virginia State Director Lori Haas explains changes in the Virginian political landscape surrounding gun violence prevention
August 26, 2018
In the News
CSGV cited after the Jacksonville shooting: “we don’t want your thoughts and prayers”
August 24, 2018
In the News
“You cannot yell ‘fire’ in a crowded theater because it endangers the general public. Undetectable, untraceable 3-D-printed guns are equally—if not more—dangerous.”
August 23, 2018
In the News
Our media director criticizes Betsy DeVos’ recent proposal to provide federal funding for schools to arm teachers
August 23, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 DeVos Considers Federal Funds to Arm Teachers Washington, DC (August 23, 2018) — Today, the New York Times reported that Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos is considering using federal funds to arm American teachers. Coalition to Stop Gun …
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August 22, 2018
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org (p) 202-408-0061 Ext. 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Kavanaugh’s Nomination is Now Illegitimate Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Media Director Andrew Patrick issued the following statement: “Yesterday, Donald Trump was publicly identified as a co-conspirator in a federal crime — a crime that he allegedly used …
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