WTTW: Father Michael Pfleger: Gun Violence ‘Not Just a Chicago Problem’
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National Rally to End Gun Violence September 25th at 1pm West Lawn Capitol
On Wednesday, September 25th at 1 pm, Americans from around the country will come together on the West Lawn of the Capitol tp pressure Congress to pass gun safety bills to; ban assault weapons, demand universal background checks, and titling guns like cars. September 25th is also the National Remembrance Day for Murdered Victims therefore all rally attendees are encouraged to wear black. With the continued increase of mass shootings and the ongoing violence in Chicago, and major cities, we are asking Congress to protrct the lives of American citizens. On that same day, September 25th, there will also be a hearing on the "Assault Weapon Ban".
Chicago is planning to send 10 buses of people to the rally joining with many more from across the country, including members of Congress. For more information on the rally please contact one of the following, or go to the website www.endgunviolencetogether.com.
Rev. Michael L. Pfleger
The Faith Community of Saint Sabina
(773) 483 - 4300
Pamela Bosley
Purpose Over Pain
(773) 236 - 8980
Po Murray
Newtown National Alliance & The Newton Foundation
(203) 512 - 1778