Future Hindsight Gun Laws That Work: Emma Brown
Nov 13, 2025
Emma Brown, the Executive Director of Giffords, advocates for evidence-based policies to reduce gun violence. She highlights the stark reality of gun violence in America and discusses how strong gun laws can save lives. Emma emphasizes the importance of red flag laws and safe storage measures, while urging civic engagement to combat the influence of the gun industry. By drawing parallels to tobacco regulation, she reveals how societal norms can shift through effective policy. Her call to action includes contacting senators and getting involved with Giffords.
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Gun Violence Is A Public Health Crisis
- Gun violence is a public health crisis and the leading cause of death for children in the U.S. since 2020.
- Strong state laws and federal progress show solutions exist and have reduced deaths where implemented.
Suicide Drives Most Gun Deaths
- Most U.S. gun deaths are suicides, and firearms make attempts far more lethal.
- Separating guns from people in crisis (e.g., red flag laws) substantially reduces deaths.
Use State Scorecards To Target Action
- Use state scorecards to find which laws save lives and advocate locally.
- Push for laws that reduce access when someone is in crisis to prevent deaths.