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A vigil for victims of the Pulse nightclub mass shooting. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key) Children and teachers in school. Church-goers mid-prayer. Theater attendees enjoying a new movie....
View ArticleA Va. Democrat who will fight to change gun laws
A makeshift memorial now surrounds the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Fla. (Washington Blade photo by Michael K. Lavers) When I helped to form the Pride Fund to End Gun Violence, our goals were clear and,...
View ArticleThe euphoria of Pride, the tragedy of Pulse
People visit the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Fla., on Oct. 9, 2016. (Washington Blade photo by Michael K. Lavers) It was only last year that the story was unfolding. Just one year ago that the horror...
View ArticleBarbara Comstock’s badge of shame
Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-Va.) (Photo public domain) Generally, being mentioned in a Top Ten list is positive — a sign you’re doing something worth recognition. But Virginia Rep. Barbara Comstock is...
View ArticleGun reform important to midterm voters
This week, Americans have an opportunity to cast their ballots and elect a Congress that will finally stand up to the gun lobby and move forward with gun reform. Every voter has a different reason to...
View ArticleOpinion | Pulse shows that out of tragedy, there can be triumph
It’s been 5 years since 49 people were killed and 53 others were injured when a man armed with an assault rifle, large capacity magazines, and a heart full of hate attacked the Pulse nightclub in...
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