Resources
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Gun owners and non-gun owners alike can find here resources for understanding the firearm violence epidemic in Minnesota, policies and actions we can take to end it, and how to mitigate the root causes of gun violence in their communities.
The Economic Cost of Gun Violence In Minnesota
Gun violence in Minnesota exacts a high physical, emotional, and financial toll on our family, friends, and neighbors.
Firearm Suicides in Minnesota
Firearm suicide is a public health crisis. More than 24,000 individuals in the United States died by firearm suicide in 2018.
Thinking of Buying a Pistol? Doing So Is “Against Medical Advice” and We Urge You to Think Again
A tragically common and dangerous community response to events like the Buffalo Clinic shooting has been to buy more guns…
Protect Minnesota Statement on Police Accountability and Public Safety
The murder of George Floyd continues to mobilize our community. The legislature is considering plans to protect Minnesotans from police violence. We support the set of public safety proposals from the Minnesota People of Color
Stand Your Ground Bill – Talking Points
The Stand Your Ground Bill is an extreme bill that will allow people to “shoot first, ask questions later,” and represents a serious risk to people of color, immigrants and all Minnesotans. A person could
Universal Background Checks: Talking Points
The most dangerous gap in firearms laws today is the “private seller” loophole. Although federal law requires licensed firearms dealers to perform background checks in all gun sales, it does not require unlicensed private sellers
