Tag Archives: Gun violence

In 2009: DHS warned white supremacy is the biggest threat for domestic terror

Posted on April 15, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

In 2009 Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano warned white supremacy is the biggest threat for domestic terrorism. Rightwing Extremism: Current Economic and Political Climate Fueling Resurgence in Radicalization and Recruitment CBS News: The “Key Findings” section of the report opens with … Continue reading →

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Video | Trauma Surgeon Janis Orlowski Goes Off on Gun Violence: “There Is Something Evil in Our Society”

Posted on September 17, 2013 by rikyrah

Riddle me this: What do all the mass killings have in common?

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Video | Guns Have Changed Shouldn’t Our Gun Laws?

Posted on April 22, 2013 by rikyrah

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Video| First Lady Michelle Obama Speaks on Youth Violence & Guns in Chicago

Posted on April 10, 2013 by rikyrah

First lady Michelle Obama speaks about 15 year-old Hadiya Pendleton who was shot and killed on the south side of Chicago earlier this year, during a luncheon at the Chicago Hilton in Chicago, Wednesday, April 10, 2013. The first lady … Continue reading →

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Video | President Obama Speaks on Common-Sense Measures to Reduce Gun Violence – Updated

Posted on April 8, 2013 by rikyrah

Updated And to all the those whining who profess the President needs to lead on gun safety, yah dah, yah dah! this means you Chris Matthews and Ms. Dan Senor-warhawkgotusintoiraqwar- Campbell Brown.   It’s not that he isn’t leading, it’s … Continue reading →

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Video |President Obama Speaks on Common Sense Measures to Protect Children from Gun Violence

Posted on March 28, 2013 by rikyrah

FULL VIDEO: President Obama speaks on gun violence at the White House.    Watch it live here at 11:40 a.m. EDT .

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Video Updated | Senator John McCain Needs ‘STRAIGHT JACKET” Heartlessly Parrots NRA Assault Weapons Support

Posted on February 22, 2013 by rikyrah

Caren Teves: “My 24-year-old son, Alex, was murdered in a movie theater in Aurora, Colo.” Senator John McCain: “I can tell you right now you need some straight talk. That assault weapons ban will not pass the Congress of the … Continue reading →

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Video | Robert Scates, Hyde Park High Academy Student Speaks On Connecting With President Obama & Community

Posted on February 16, 2013 by rikyrah

President Barack Obama Participates in Youth Guidance’s ‘B.A.M. – Sports Edition’ Program at Hyde Park Academy Robert Scates is a senior at Hyde Park Academy and a member of the BAM (Becoming a Man) organization there. Robert shares his insights … Continue reading →

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Videos-Photos | President Obama Visits Chicago To Address Gun Violence & The Economy

Posted on February 15, 2013 by rikyrah

President Obama Delivers remarks at Hyde Park Academy today at 3:45 EST. UPDATED Watch full video here at C-Span.   Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, left, greets President Barack Obama after introducing him at Hyde Park Academy on Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, … Continue reading →

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Videos | Hadiya Pendleton Funeral Service

Posted on February 9, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

Huffington Post CHICAGO — Hundreds of mourners and dignitaries including first lady Michelle Obama stood and applauded the family of a 15-year-old Chicago girl for their strength Saturday, a week and a half after her death brought national attention to … Continue reading →

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