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Demonizing Immigrants and Mental Health Conditions Is Not A Solution to Gun Violence

Responding to President Donald Trump’s speech following a spate of mass shootings over the weekend, Ernest Coverson, Amnesty International USA’s…

August 5, 2019

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Amnesty International USA Response to El Paso Shooting

Responding to a mass shooting that occurred in a mall in El Paso, Amnesty International USA End Gun Violence campaign…

August 3, 2019

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Scars of Survival: Gun Violence and Barriers to Reparation in the USA

Survivors of gun violence in the USA suffer years of trauma and pain due to a destructive combination of government…

July 11, 2019

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Virginia Lawmakers Turn Their Backs on Virginians Senselessly Killed

Responding to a special session of the General Assembly on a package of gun violence prevention bills in the wake…

July 9, 2019

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May 22, 2019 Human Rights on Capitol Hill (Late May Edition)

To view  PDF version please click here Human Rights on Capitol Hill - late May Edition Human Rights on Capitol Hill…

May 22, 2019

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May 21, 2019 AIUSA Statement Welcoming introduction of Ethan’s Law in the House to ensure safe storage of firearms and protect children

May 21, 2019 Amnesty International USA Welcomes Introduction of Ethan’s Law in the House of Representatives Amnesty International USA welcomes…

May 22, 2019

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Background Check Bills Present Congress with Prime Opportunity to Act on Gun Violence

The House of Representatives is set to vote on two pieces of legislation this week that would be important steps…

February 27, 2019

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Ending Gun Violence is a Focus of Amnesty International USA’s 54th Annual General Meeting in Chicago

Members of Amnesty International USA from around the country and human rights activists from around the world will meet in…

February 25, 2019

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Governor Signs Bill Providing Common Sense Gun Reform in Illinois

Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a bill today that will make it easier to oversee and track down careless gun dealers…

January 17, 2019

MIAMI, FL - AUGUST 12: Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) waits for the start of a press conference after joining with anti-gun violence activists and victims' families to discuss the impact of gun violence on August 12, 2016 in Miami, Florida. They used the opportunity to also discuss why they support Hillary Clinton's plans to combat gun violence. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

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Universal Background Checks Are Critical to Addressing Human Rights Crisis of Gun Violence

Legislation introduced today requiring universal background checks for firearm sales presents an important opportunity to address the human rights crisis…

January 8, 2019

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 31: Pam Bosley holds a photo of her son Terrell Bosley who was killed in Chicago during a sit-in as they protest the recent uptick in homicides across the city on August 31, 2016 in Chicago, Illinois. Chicago has seen over 80 people killed and over 400 people shot and wounded during the month of August, making it the most violent month in 20 years. (Photo by Joshua Lott/Getty Images)

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In the Line of Fire: Human Rights and the U.S. Gun Violence Crisis

The U.S. government has allowed gun violence to become a human rights crisis, according to “In the Line of Fire:…

September 12, 2018

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Amnesty International USA joins March for Our Lives Against Gun Violence

Amnesty International USA will have member and staff-led delegations in 14 cities around the country as part of the March…

March 24, 2018