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‘Faces of Gun Violence’ exhibit unveiled at inaugural survivors’ summit

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives hosts a powerful new exhibit to memorialize victims and foster dialogue on gun violence prevention.

Gun violence ‘is always going to sit with me:’ Grief, trauma, and the rising threat of firearms in America

In a week dedicated to reflecting on loss and advocacy, two survivors opened up about their personal battles and the ongoing fight against gun violence during National Gun Violence Survivors Week.

Dangerous Hoax Sends SWAT Team to Home of David Hogg

The activist and survivor of gun violence was a victim of "swatting," a dangerous practice where hoax calls lead SWAT teams to people's homes.

Brandon Wolf, Pulse Survivor and Advocate, Joins Human Rights Campaign From Equality Florida

The activist and author will serve as national press secretary for the organization.

Biden Marks Pulse Anniversary With Call to Action

We must do more than remember the tragedy, the president says; we must address gun violence and anti-LGBTQ+ hate.

The intersectional approach needed to stem the plague of gun violence in America

"For queer individuals, particularly those of color, navigating a world where violence can erupt at any moment is a harsh reality," writes Gabriella Rodriguez.

Colorado’s Gay Governor Signs Gun Control Bills Into Law in Wake of Club Q Shooting

The state has a history of mass shootings going back to the shooting at Columbine High School in 1999.

Not Even Orlando Could Get the Senate to Act on Guns

Today the U.S. Senate voted down four gun control measures.

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Tell the World You Won't Accept Gun Violence Anymore

#WearOrange is about standing together against the scourge, Brynne Craig writes.

Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate Will Be Focus of House Oversight Committee Hearing

Club Q and Pulse survivors are expected to speak at the hearing on Wednesday. 

Transgender people are being killed at an alarming rate, especially in the South (exclusive)

New findings reveal a disturbing increase in violence against transgender individuals, spotlighting the South’s lax gun laws and discriminatory policies.

The Fatal Connection Between Hate Speech and LGBT Gun Suicides

The convergence of intolerance and lax gun control leads to devastating consequences.

Why Pulse Survivor Brandon Wolf is Optimistic About Gun Reform

Wolf says it is the younger generation that will "create sweeping change sooner than people think."

Kamala Harris rallies Democrats in stirring DNC acceptance speech, laying out her plan for America

“America, the path that led me here in recent weeks was no doubt, unexpected, but I’m no stranger to unlikely journeys,” Harris said.

Orlando Was Personal for Gay Dad Leading Gun Safety Group

The president of Everytown for Gun Safety wants to recruit you.

Mark Glaze Is Mayor Michael Bloomberg's Gun Control Advocate

The gay Coloradan helping Michael Bloomberg reform the country's firearms laws says he understands the gun culture and what is needed to change it.

LGBTQ+ youth with firearms in their homes are more likely to consider suicide: report

As mass shootings weigh on LGBTQ+ young people, those who have a firearm in their home reported higher rates of considering and attempting suicide.

Obergefell Among Obama's State of Union Guests

Ryan Reyes and Obergefell are two gay men who dedicated themselves to greater causes after losing the loves of their lives.

Neo-Nazis try (and fail) to crash Ohio Pride festival

The Pride in Grove City festival was interrupted Saturday when a group of about a dozen protestors wearing masks and carrying swastika banners arrived.

Transgender woman sues Hooters for discrimination, says workers denied her a job and harassed her

Brandy Livingston claims that Hooters workers denied her job application based on her appearance and harassed her for using the bathroom.

Parkland Students Have Big Summer Plans (That Might Worry the NRA)

With the midterm election nearly upon us, March For Our Lives activists won't let voters ignore gun control.