July 9, 2019
In the News
Hundreds rally in Richmond, on both sides of gun debate, as lawmakers prepare to hear bills As advocates from Moms Demand Action, March For Our Lives and the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence marched and chanted “Floor votes now” — a reference to Northam’s request that bills be voted on by all 140 lawmakers, rather …
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July 8, 2019
In the News
Roundtable discussion on gun violence provides no clear solution to the issue Lori Haas, who works with the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence, mentioned that while resources for mental health are important, they aren’t directly correlated to whether someone would commit an act of gun violence. “To blame gun violence on persons with mental illness …
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July 1, 2019
In the News
To protect victims of domestic violence, take guns from abusers | Commentary
June 26, 2019
In the News
In debates, candidates must address gun violence in all its forms
June 23, 2019
In the News
Both parties open to Newport News lawmaker’s bill to help police track stolen guns Since there’s no requirement for individuals to report stolen or lost guns, and since it is perfectly legal for any individual to sell a gun, buyers would have no way of knowing how a seller, other than a licensed dealer, got …
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June 12, 2019
In the News
Congress must vote to fund gun violence research
June 5, 2019
In the News
As victim fund grows to $2.5 million, who gets the money? Lori Haas, whose daughter Emily survived a gunshot wound at Virginia Tech, said Virginia Beach city officials need to bring in experts to advise the fund. This isn’t like other disasters the city is used to handling. “I’m sure that the players and people …
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June 4, 2019
In the News
‘Unconscionable’ inaction vs. ‘dancing in blood’ of victims: VA Beach shooting reignites gun debate “For those families whose loved ones were killed (in Virginia Beach), they weren’t lost – they were killed by a gun. My thoughts are with them. However, the best I can do is to honor them with action,” Lori Hass, whose …
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June 4, 2019
In the News
The silencer used in Virginia Beach was legal. A survivor says it was lethal. They should be outlawed, said Lori Haas, director of the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence in Virginia. Her daughter was shot twice during the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting and survived. “Silencers put potential victims more readily in harm’s way,” she said, …
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June 4, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 4, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Applauds Governor Northam’s Swift Action on Gun Violence The Governor’s declaration of a special legislative session in Richmond to address gun violence is exactly the leadership needed on this epidemic Richmond, VA— Tuesday …
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June 3, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Senator Tommy Norment Says It Is “Too Soon” to Talk About Gun Violence; For Thousands of Virginians — It Is Too Late The Senate Majority Leader’s tone deaf comments reveal how disillusioned leadership in Richmond is on gun violence. …
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June 3, 2019
In the News
Virginia’s top Democrats to call for stricter gun laws after Virginia Beach “I think he was listening,” said Lori Haas, Virginia director for the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence, whose daughter was wounded in the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting, which left 32 dead. “This issue is not going away. It’s politically volatile for the Republicans.”
June 1, 2019
In the News
In January, Virginia GOP killed bill to ban sales of large-capacity magazines “The gun lobby likes to blame the gun violence problem on persons with mental illness, and nothing could be further from the truth,” said Lori Haas, state director for the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence. Her daughter was shot and injured at Virginia …
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May 31, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 31, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Virginia Republicans Have Failed the Commonwealth on Gun Violence News of a tragic shooting at Municipal Building in Virginia Beach illustrates Richmond’s inaction on guns Virginia Beach, VA— Late Friday afternoon, news broke of shooting at a municipal building …
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May 15, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 Dissolve The NRA Washington, DC — The chaos, infighting, and corruption at the National Rifle Association (NRA) are becoming more apparent by the day. Reports of out-of-control spending and self-enrichment by NRA officials reveal the NRA to be a …
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May 14, 2019
In the News
Was the ‘Media Silent’ About a ‘Democrat Transgender’ Colorado Shooting Suspect?
May 9, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 The Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Condemns “Mental Health” Chants at Gun Violence Vigil Washington, DC — Recent reports show individuals at a vigil for the STEM School shooting in Highlands Ranch, Colorado walking out of Wednesday’s event. Individuals …
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May 1, 2019
Press Release
Today marks the beginning of Mental Health Month -- an opportunity for people across the nation to share their experiences, learn more about mental health, and actively work to destigmatize mental illness and help-seeking.
May 1, 2019
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2019 MEDIA CONTACT: Andrew Patrick apatrick@csgv.org 202-408-0061 x 1017 (c) 828-712-7603 What Are You Doing to Stop Gun Violence? The daily epidemic of American gun violence is all around us. Every voter must begin holding officials responsible for their continued inaction. Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Media Director Andrew Patrick …
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April 20, 2019
Press Release
“Our thoughts are with the families of those killed and injured at Columbine High School 20 years ago and the community affected by the tragedy. Though we cannot possibly know the depth of your pain and grief, we stand beside you, determined to make our country safer for future generations.