Wednesday, May 4
Stand with Us Against Gun Violence

At Greater NYC for Change we have been busy learning about the fight against gun violence in America.  We have been stunned to learn the sheer number of guns in this country, and saddened to learn how little our elected leaders are doing to legislate for our security. It is promising to hear a voice on this issue from incoming chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee, Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz. Read about it here.

Please join us this Wednesday at an important event hosted by our friend, dedicated gun control activist, Kate Linker.

An Evening of Discussion on the Future of Gun Control

Wednesday, May 4, 2011 6:15 PM – 8:00 PM

Please RSVP: kateplinker@gmail.com

Home of Kate Linker: 227 West 17th Street, 6th Floor, Chelsea, NYC

(1 to 18th Street, 2 or 3 to 14th Street; A, C, E, or L to 14th Street)

This discussion will examine ways to strengthen existing regulations and devise new means to keep lethal weapons away from people who should not have them. Enjoy light refreshments and get to know others who are passionate about this crucial issue. Speakers will be Jackie Hilly, Executive Director of New Yorkers Against Gun Violence, and Colin Weaver, Deputy Executive Director.  We will be updated and engage in a discussion about the future of state and national legislation. Remarks will begin at 700pm.

Did you know that…..

  • 32 States in the US allow ANYONE to purchase firearms without an ID or criminal background check
  • 85% of NYC crime guns and approximately 40% of crime guns in upstate New York come from states with weak gun laws
  • 1,035,000 is the number of gun deaths in the US over the past 30 years
  • $34 billion is the ANNUAL US medical and productivitiy costs of gun injuries and deaths
  • Americans own an estimated 200 million guns. That’s one gun for every U.S. adult.
  • Guns are the only consumer products that are exempt from any federal safety standards.

More facts and ways to take action are on New Yorkers Against Gun Violence, The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, and Mayors Against Illegal Guns.

Hope to see you at Kate’s home on Wednesday evening!

Amy Miller, Greater NYC for Change