Stop Handgun Violence

10/17/2026

Children deserve to be safe at school.

How long until we protect children, and not guns?

Three children and one teacher were killed at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, and they should still be here.

Those students should get to return to loving homes and share what they've learned. That teacher should be able to enjoy their weekend. Instead, their lives were taken, and their families and community are left to mourn.

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and young people in America. Until lawmakers act to protect our children and communities, Children's Defense Fund will continue to advocate for gun restrictions and protections, investments in community resources, and stronger public health measures.

We will never stop fighting for a world where our children can play, learn, and live freely without the fear of violence.

10/16/2026

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10/16/2026

Our hearts are broken for another mass shooting at an elementary school. When is it enough?

Three children and one adult are dead following a reported active shooter situation at Silver Rail Elementary on Thursday afternoon, according to CNN. The suspected active shooter is also dead.

10/15/2026

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10/15/2026

Thank you The Boston Globe!

We’re proud to have the endorsement of The Boston Globe. After speaking to both sides about the 2024 gun safety law, “The Globe editorial board strongly endorses a yes vote on 9 to keep the law in place."

“But the fact that criminals, by definition, won’t follow laws isn’t a good reason not to have them. Laws provide a tool for prosecuting criminals and, if crafted correctly, can help prevent crime — for example, by taking a gun away from someone accused of domestic violence.” – The Boston Globe Editorial Board

Visit yesforasafema.com for our full list of 160+ endorsers.

10/15/2026

Our favorite Cape activists 💚 Grandmothers Against Gun Violence - Cape Cod

10/13/2026

..the law regulates ghost guns “for the first time in the history of the commonwealth.” Since the law took effect, a serialization portal for ghost guns has gone live..
"We’ve heard from law enforcement that they are very happy to know that there is this requirement to serialize homemade guns” R. Zakarin
Vote Yes For a Safe Massachusetts

A yes vote would keep the sweeping gun reform law in place, while a no vote would repeal it.

10/13/2026

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10/10/2026

Thank you David for your support for Vote YES on 9!

10/09/2026

debate on Ballot Question 9, a referendum to repeal our 2024 gun laws - Watch with us!
to keep our existing laws ✅

00:00 – Boston Public Radio 11am 2:00:00 – The Curiosity Desk 1pm ...