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NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE CONDEMNS SENATE FOR WEAKENING THE BACKGROUND CHECK SYSTEM ON GUN SALES

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE CONDEMNS SENATE FOR WEAKENING THE BACKGROUND CHECK SYSTEM ON GUN SALES

After the Sandy Hook shooting, we traveled to Washington D.C. numerous times with hundreds of heartbroken families directly impacted by gun violence. For the last four years, we implored Congress to take action to end gun violence in our nation. The majority of Republican Senators incessantly argued that guns do not play a role in gun violence. They repeatedly told us to focus on mental illness and the enforcement of existing gun laws to tackle gun violence. Regrettably, their words were only meaningless platitudes.

Press Releasecasey altmanFebruary 15, 20172017

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE CONDEMNS SENATE FOR CONFIRMING SESSIONS, THE NRA PICK FOR U.S. ATTORNEY GENERAL

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE CONDEMNS SENATE FOR CONFIRMING SESSIONS, THE NRA PICK FOR U.S. ATTORNEY GENERAL

It’s another sad day in our nation. Yesterday, 51 Republicans and one Democrat confirmed Senator Jeff Sessions as the U.S. Attorney General.

Press Releasecasey altmanFebruary 9, 20172017

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE CONDEMNS SENATE GOP FOR CONFIRMING BETSY DEVOS WHO SUPPORTS GUNS IN SCHOOLS

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE CONDEMNS SENATE GOP FOR CONFIRMING BETSY DEVOS WHO SUPPORTS GUNS IN SCHOOLS

It’s a sad day for all school children, educators, and parents in America. The majority of Republican members of the U.S. Senate confirmed an unqualified billionaire who supports the NRA’s “guns in schools” agenda. Betsy DeVos nor any of her children attended public schools and she is not an educator. She has not been forced to oversee lockdown drills for potential active shooting situations in classrooms. We will work vehemently to oppose the NRA’s efforts to put guns in our schools to protect our children.

Press Releasecasey altmanFebruary 7, 20172017

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE STRONGLY CONDEMNS HOUSE VOTE TO REPEAL ACTIONS TO STRENGTHEN BACKGROUND CHECKS ON GUN SALES

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE STRONGLY CONDEMNS HOUSE VOTE TO REPEAL ACTIONS TO STRENGTHEN BACKGROUND CHECKS ON GUN SALES

Newtown Action Alliance strongly condemns the House of Representatives’ passage of House Joint Resolution 40 (H.J.Res.40): Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Social Security Administration relating to Implementation of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007, which prohibits the Social Security Administration (SSA) from reporting information to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).

Press Releasecasey altmanFebruary 3, 20172017

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE TO JOIN THE WOMEN’S MARCH ON WASHINGTON

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE TO JOIN THE WOMEN’S MARCH ON WASHINGTON

Newtown Action Alliance is a proud partner of the Women’s March on Washington. On Donald Trump’s first day as President of the United States, over 200,000 women, men and children will be marching near the U.S. Capitol (Independence Avenue and Third Street NW) on January 21st and over 600 sister marches are being held in all 50 states and in nearly 60 countries around the globe with nearly 1.4 million participants.

Press Releasecasey altmanJanuary 19, 20172017

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE, BRADY CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE, CONGRESSIONAL LEADERS AND FAMILIES & ADVOCATES FROM 20 STATES DEMAND ACTION ON GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE, BRADY CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE, CONGRESSIONAL LEADERS AND FAMILIES & ADVOCATES FROM 20 STATES DEMAND ACTION ON GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION

A press conference to inform the public about the current state of gun violence in the U.S. and to demand action on gun violence prevention. It will take place the morning after the 4th Annual National Vigil for All Victims of Gun Violence at St. Marks Episcopal Church, commemorating the fourth anniversary of the tragic shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School, as well as the 400,000 American victims and survivors of gun violence since December 2012.

Press Releasecasey altmanDecember 13, 20162016

Here’s Why You Should Call, Not Email, Your Legislators

Here’s Why You Should Call, Not Email, Your Legislators

Kara Waite, an English teacher at Bunker Hill Community College in Charlestown, Mass., made a rule for herself: For every political rant she posts on Facebook, she must pick up the phone and call a legislator. “It’s kind of a swear jar for political action,” Ms. Waite said recently.

Take Actioncasey altmanNovember 22, 2016Instructions

How to Effectively Lobby Your Congressperson

It’s been almost a week since the election, and maybe you’re ready to throw off the sackcloth and ashes and get to work. Combining the anger, bargaining, and depression stages of grief can lead to powerful actions, and now is the time to channel that energy into specific activism that will serve as a barrier between you and whatever legislation and policies come down in the next four years.

Take Actioncasey altmanNovember 15, 2016Instructions

A political insider’s viral advice on how to make your Congress member listen

In the wake of a blistering and divisive election, many Americans are grasping for ways to make their voices heard, beyond what gets blasted into the “filter bubble.” A former congressional staff member tweeted a series of tips on how to get your local representative to listen to you, and apparently the internet wants to know.

Take Actioncasey altmanNovember 14, 2016Instructions

A Coalition of Gun Violence Prevention Groups Endorse Hillary Clinton for President and Tim Kaine for the Vice President of the United States of America

A Coalition of Gun Violence Prevention Groups Endorse Hillary Clinton for President and Tim Kaine for the Vice President of the United States of America

From the very outset of her campaign, Secretary Clinton has elevated the conversation on gun violence prevention to the national level. Again at the final presidential debate, she reaffirmed her support for the Second Amendment and reasonable regulations to keep Americans safe from gun violence. In stark contrast, Donald Trump has embraced the corporate gun lobby to a degree never seen in presidential elections.

Press Releasecasey altmanOctober 25, 20162016

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Patrick Murphy for U.S. Senate

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Patrick Murphy for U.S. Senate

The Senate has failed to protect innocent Americans from gun violence since a gunman with severe mental illness killed 20 innocent children and six educators in an elementary school in Sandy Hook, Connecticut.

Press Releasecasey altmanOctober 19, 20162016

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Katie McGinty for U.S. Senate

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Katie McGinty for U.S. Senate

Along with the obvious choice Americans have in the race for President, there are some critically important U.S. Senate and House races that could make the difference between true progress on common sense gun violence prevention or more of the same where Congress sits idle while 100,000 Americans are being killed or injured by guns every year.

Press Releasecasey altmanOctober 18, 20162016

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Governor Maggie Hassan for U.S. Senate

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Governor Maggie Hassan for U.S. Senate

Governor Hassan has led in the difficult fight against the gun lobby in New Hampshire. She has twice vetoed legislation that would have allowed individuals to carry weapons without a license. In the Senate, she has pledged to strengthen the National Criminal Background Check System to prevent terrorists and other dangerous individuals from purchasing guns online and at gun shows. Governor Hassan released the following statement after President Obama announced his Executive Actions on gun safety: “While these measures are no substitute for meaningful Congressional action, the safety of our families and communities cannot wait any longer as Congress fails to act. With a staggering number of mass shootings over the past year, it is long past time for Washington to take action to address these senseless acts of gun violence.”

Press Releasecasey altmanOctober 17, 20162016

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Khary Penebaker for Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Khary Penebaker for Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District

Over 400,000 Americans have been killed or injured by guns since a gunman with severe mental illness killed 20 innocent children and six educators in an elementary school in Sandy Hook, Connecticut. Representative Sensenbrenner and other members of House of Representatives who are in the pockets of the corporate gun lobby with an A-rating from the NRA, have shamefully blocked all votes on all gun safety measures to reduce the scourge of gun violence in our nation. It’s time for Americans to elect candidates who will take action on the House floor on Capitol Hill.

Press Releasecasey altmanOctober 11, 20162016

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Richard Blumenthal for Re-election as Connecticut’s Senior Senator for the 115th U.S. Congress

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund Endorse Richard Blumenthal for Re-election as Connecticut’s Senior Senator for the 115th U.S. Congress

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Action Fund proudly endorse Richard Blumenthal for re-election as Connecticut’s senior Senator for the 115th U.S. Congress.

Press Releasecasey altmanOctober 7, 20162016

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Endorse Elizabeth Esty for Re-election as the Representative in Congress from Connecticut’s Fifth Congressional District

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence Endorse Elizabeth Esty for Re-election as the Representative in Congress from Connecticut’s Fifth Congressional District

Newtown Action Alliance and States United to Prevent Gun Violence proudly endorse Elizabeth Esty for re-election as the Representative in Congress from Connecticut’s Fifth Congressional District.

Press Releasecasey altmanOctober 6, 20162016

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE AND NEWTOWN FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE PARTICIPATION IN “CONCERT ACROSS AMERICA TO END GUN VIOLENCE”

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE AND NEWTOWN FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE PARTICIPATION IN “CONCERT ACROSS AMERICA TO END GUN VIOLENCE”

The Newtown Action Alliance and Newtown Foundation have announced their participation in a national Concert Across America to End Gun Violence, scheduled for Sunday, September 25, 2016.

Press Releasecasey altmanSeptember 8, 20162016

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE ENDORSES TOM SULLIVAN FOR COLORADO STATE SENATE

NEWTOWN ACTION ALLIANCE ENDORSES TOM SULLIVAN FOR COLORADO STATE SENATE

The Newtown Action Alliance (NAA), proudly endorses Tom Sullivan for state senate in Colorado’s 27th District.

Press Releasecasey altmanAugust 25, 20162016

GVP Unites

After the tragic mass shooting in Orlando where 49 people were killed and 53 injured by a gunman with an assault weapon in a gay nightclub, Jason Hayes, a celebrity hairdresser from New Jersey, is organizing the #DisarmHate 2016 Rally on Saturday, August 13th in Washington D.C. to push for LGBTQ rights and realistic gun reform. Reverend Al Sharpton, Founder and President, National Action Network, Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers and Martin Luther King, III will hold a unity rally at the NRA office in Washington D.C. on August 27th, to commemorate the historic anniversary of the March on Washington---highlighting the need for reform and to make ALL communities safe from gun violence.

Press ReleaseNAAAugust 13, 20162016

GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION GROUPS UNITE WITH LGBTQ, CIVIL RIGHTS AND OTHER GROUPS TO HOLD EVENTS ACROSS THE NATION TO #DISARMHATE TO END GUN VIOLENCE

GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION GROUPS UNITE WITH LGBTQ, CIVIL RIGHTS AND OTHER GROUPS TO HOLD EVENTS ACROSS THE NATION TO #DISARMHATE TO END GUN VIOLENCE

After the tragic mass shooting in Orlando where 49 people were killed and 53 injured by a gunman with an assault weapon in a gay nightclub, Jason Hayes, a celebrity hairdresser from New Jersey, is organizing the #DisarmHate 2016 Rally on Saturday, August 13th in Washington D.C. to push for LGBTQ rights and realistic gun reform. Reverend Al Sharpton, Founder and President, National Action Network, Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers and Martin Luther King, III will hold a unity rally at the NRA office in Washington D.C. on August 27th, to commemorate the historic anniversary of the March on Washington—highlighting the need for reform and to make ALL communities safe from gun violence.

Take Action, Press Releasecasey altmanAugust 12, 20162016