The NPR Politics Podcast Gun Control Activists Are Training To Run For Office
Dec 16, 2021
Gun control activists are stepping up to run for office, inspired by personal tragedies. A training program empowers survivors of gun violence to pursue political ambitions, blending heartfelt stories with activism. The podcast examines the significant hurdles in the Senate regarding gun legislation, emphasizing the need for bipartisanship. It reveals the financial complexities behind campaign funding for gun control efforts and discusses the strong grip of gun culture and organizations like the NRA on American politics.
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Mentorship and Lucy McBath
- Everytown's program mentors participants, connecting them with experienced politicians like Lucy McBath.
- McBath, a former Moms Demand Action volunteer, became a Congresswoman after her son's shooting death.
Intersectional Approach to Gun Violence
- Current gun violence conversations often lack an intersectional lens, focusing too narrowly on legislation.
- Keena Collins argues for addressing root causes like poverty, healthcare access, and community disinvestment.
Daily Gun Violence and Disparities
- While mass shootings garner national attention, daily gun violence disproportionately impacts specific communities.
- Pew Research Center data reveals racial and geographic disparities in how gun violence is perceived and experienced.