Lately it is impossible to watch or read the news without the word “gun” appearing in the headlines. As the numbers of murder victims across our nation continue to rise our hearts continue to plummet. We mourn, we pray, and our grasp onto our own children grows tighter as we hold them thankful that they are not the child being referred to by the newscaster. A life loss is … [Read more...]
Saying Goodbye Again: Gun Violence Kills Chicago Woman’s Fourth Child
Imagine living your worst nightmare over and over. As parents no image is more horrific than that of your child, once full of life, now lifeless before you. If the world worked the way it was “supposed to” a parent would never out live their child. Children would grow up to become adults and then they would grow old. Sadly things don’t always turn out the way they are supposed … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Common Speaks On Youth Violence and His New Role
In a recent panel discussion including his upcoming film, Luv, music artist and actor, Common, discussed his views on the structure of black families and its affect on gun violence in America. Luv, which is set to release on Jan. 18, centers around an 11-year-old boy in Baltimore learning what it means to be a man while longing for his family to be whole again. After his … [Read more...]
Clearly, We Must Have a Discussion About Gun Control in America
In the United States, it’s easier to buy a gun than to own a home. With a home purchase you have to go through months of inquiries into your financial, job, and relationship history. Everything is verified multiple times. And, at any time if something does not ‘check out’ you are immediately denied the home loan. People plan for years to be ready to purchase their home. … [Read more...]