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Kapoor reaches out-of-court settlement with the NRA to remove sculpture from 'abhorrent' video

Support for Brady from the art world came in an article in TheArtNewspaper.com, about a copyright infringement lawsuit by British artist Anish Kapoor against the NRA. Kapoor condemned the NRA’s use of his iconic Chicago sculpture “Cloud Gate (2004)” in a video he says was used “to promote their vile message,” and urged people to donate to Brady, among other GVP groups.

House Dems Will Push for Background Check on Every Gun Sale

Brady’s influence in the newly GVP House of Representatives was highlighted in a Mother Jones article on members of Congress who will push for universal background checks in the coming term. A similar story ran in the Guardian.

As the Brady Law Turns 25, Guns Are Killing More Americans Than Ever. Why?

Brady President Kris Brown spoke about the history and future of the Brady background check law on the 25th anniversary of the signing of this groundbreaking act. Read an interview on RealClearLife, then check out this video on Newsy.com.

Standing up to the NRA, American physicians demand voice in gun control debate

The #ThisIsOurLane story went global with Brady gun violence statistics noted in an article in the Times of Israel.

Democratic marijuana lobbyist wins statewide race after Florida recount

Brady’s endorsements of candidates have been highlighted in post-midterm coverage. A Washington Post article noted Brady’s support for Democrat Nikki Fried who made gun violence prevention a central theme in her victorious campaign as Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture.

Kansas Case Shows An Emerging Tactic In The Gun-Control Battle: Taking Retailers To Court

In a KBIA public radio story, Jon Lowy Brady’s VP of Litigation discussed Brady’s role in a lawsuit against a Missouri Walmart for selling a gun to a “straw purchaser” that was then used to murder three people. Brady’s work to hold gun dealers accountable for illegal sales was also noted in a lengthy

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article entitled “Jeff Sessions’ Gun Prosecution Machine Goes After Many Black Nonviolent Offenders.”

#ThisIsOurLane: NRA's criticism spurs doctors to speak out on gun violence

The NRA’s controversial November 7 tweet suggesting that “anti-gun doctors” should “stay in their lane” continues to generate media coverage on gun violence and policy. An article in The Guardian on November 21 names the Brady Campaign as one of the grassroots organizations that have helped spur medical professionals to go public with their outrage over gun violence and the need for stronger laws.

As a Marine, I was trained to handle guns. As a veteran, it's my duty to help prevent tragedies like Thousand Oaks.

Brady’s Vice President for Programs, Kyleanne Hunter, penned an opinion column for NBCNews.com, in which she says, “As a Marine, I was trained to run towards the sound of gunfire to protect American values, and now it is my duty to stop gunfire from claiming more innocent lives.”

As the Brady Law Turns 25, Guns Are Killing More Americans Than Ever. Why?

The 25th anniversary of the Brady Act was the focal point of an interview with Brady president Kris Brown on the website RealClearLife.com.

Local organization responds to recent mass shootings

Members of the South Carolina Brady Campaign chapters held a candlelight vigil to honor the victims of the recent shootings in Thousand Oaks and Pittsburgh, per Charleston’s NBC affiliate.

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RT @MikieSherrill: I’m a veteran trained in firearms, a former federal prosecutor, and a mother of four – so today I’m proud to announ… https://t.co/q0undZnKqy

One teen has died after a school shooting in Richmond, Indiana. When will it be #ENOUGH? We need stronger gun laws… https://t.co/DppW4zGtZG

A loaded gun was detected by TSA at Memphis International Airport today, making it the 45th gun found at that airpo… https://t.co/urdf5XfsDM

National Gun Buyback Day is this weekend and in MA the Hampden District Attorney’s office will be exchanging guns f… https://t.co/CNUuQdWdHZ

Suicide has been a major factor in the rise of gun violence in America, with nearly 24,000 gun related deaths in 20… https://t.co/xqTAWh9gWT

Shortly after the mass shooting at Tree of Life synagogue, Pittsburgh council members introduced a bill to increase… https://t.co/iUeV2Ijlxt

.@EducationWeek analyzes patterns in school shootings focusing on the incidents of 2018, which killed or injured at… https://t.co/ufPuWcOuUt

In effort to #EndFamilyFire, Oregon lawmakers plan to introduce a bill that would require gun owners to properly st… https://t.co/LUvtldYXtI

In need of a holiday gift? Proceeds from @TLipstickLobby’s #FiredUp shade go directly to Brady’s efforts to prevent… https://t.co/5g2qj6tGUb

RT @ThisIsOurLane: Nearly 40,000 deaths this year.......highest number seen in over 20 years. Amazing that some think that this is not… https://t.co/L8xWmvHzJu

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