Neveragain Movement Signals Changing Tides in Gun Debate
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Marymount Manhattan College’s Student Newspaper Volume 20, Issue 9 March 19, 2018 #NeverAgain movement signals changing tides in gun debate Photos from The New Yorker By Camille Bourne purchased a high-capacity as- lentlessly. Many of the students of and faculty of MSD appeared at a sault rifle too easily stormed into Marjory Stoneman Douglas have televised town hall on CNN, where Print Managing Editor a public place too easily and took not let trauma or fear stop them they were able to share concerns many innocent lives too easily. from becoming figureheads of with their Senators (Republican When most mass shootings in For one, the population of the gun reform debate. Some like Marco Rubio and Democrat Bill the United States occur, the dis- those directly affected is in, histor- Emma Gonzalez, a student whose Nelson) and Representative (Dem- cussion in the aftermath typically ically, one of the most ripe times speech on the topic quickly went vi- ocrat Ted Deutch), as well as lo- turns into postings of “thoughts in their lives to engage in political ral, now have over one million fol- cal law enforcement officials and and prayers,” and many proclaim- activism. They are young–many of lowers on websites like Twitter, and NRA spokeswoman Dana Loesch. ing it “insensitive” to talk about them have yet to apply to colleges, have used the outlets to circulate Even now, as the public conversa- something like gun reform policy or attend their senior prom–and their messages. Perhaps more im- tion shifts to focus on recent dra- so soon. But the aftermath of the are ready to use their voices. The portantly, they have used social me- ma in the Trump White House, Valentine’s Day shooting at Marjo- youth demographic has always dia to organize and do outreach for students still constantly remind ry Stoneman Douglas High School been a coveted one by politicians, events such as the national March citizens to keep Parkland and sim- in Parkland, Florida was different. and now they are energized and for Our Lives–a series of marches ilar shootings on their mind. The students, along with millions organized mere months away across the country to take place on With frequent national walk- around the nation, were outraged from the midterm elections. March 24th to protest lack of sen- outs and protest marches related and had no intention of letting In Florida, the race this year sible legislation pertaining to fire- to the issue of gun safety in this their tragedy fade away with count- will be a particularly important arms. Not only are they using their country scheduled for the next less others like it. And thus, the opportunity for them to make a status as a powerful voting block to month or so, the students of Park- #NeverAgain hashtag, and accom- differences with the ballots; both make change, they are ensuring it land have taken an enormous first panying movement, was born. U.S. Senate and House of Repre- happens by utilizing their tech sav- step into political activism, by mak- So what makes Parkland, and sentatives seats are up for reelec- vy skills to reach out to others. ing sure that their cause stays on everything that has occurred in tion. And the Parkland students They are also mobilizing across the public’s mind and elected of- the month preceding it, so differ- have so far been organizing an various platforms to keep the de- ficials are held accountable. And ent? Because the heartbreaking incredibly strong movement us- bate relevant in a news environ- as the days grow longer and elec- truth is, the incident on its face ing time-tested methods. First ment that is switched up daily by tion day draws nearer, politicians is very similar to other massa- and foremost, they are vocal. groundbreaking stories at an un- would do well to take notice. cres of this nature: someone who But a voice is only as strong if precedented rate. Less than two the wielder uses it, and uses it re- weeks after the shooting, students --- The (AR) - 15 Facts on Gun Violence pg 6-7 Inside this issue... Uncovering the world of sexual harrassment in the art world pg. 10 The culturally insensitive corporate world pg. 11 Page 2 MMC’s The Monitor MMC’s The Monitor News Page 3 Midterm Election Watch: Florida By Camille Bourne, Print Managing Editor Quickly after Donald Trump’s asencion to the Presidential office, talk shifted to the importance of the 2018 midterm elections. Democrats are looking to rally troops and increase turnout, with hopes of taking back a majority in the House of Representatives or the Senate; Republicans are looking to add more to their numbers to make passing legislation easier. But whatever side of the political aisle you may lean towards, it is indisputable that the midterms are of much more importance than the public gives them credit for. Connor Lamb, a Democrat who recently won a highly contested special election race in Pennsylvania, won by less than a thousand votes. So whether you want to make the U.S. Great Again this November, or have it ride the Blue Wave, never be swayed into thinking that your vote doesn’t matter- Thank you so much for taking the time to read this is- because that is the most dangerous fake news of all. sue of MMC’s The Monitor. With just two months left in this We here at MMC’s the Monitor are proud to announce our recurring midterm election spotlight, which will provide academic year, assigning next year’s staff is in order. Today, students with straight-forward information to help them decide who to vote for in 2018. Naturally, many of the country’s primary races have not concluded; meaning, at press time, elections were not yet narrowed down to one candidate or the the application for Editor-in-Chief was released. I encour- other. So, we will be offering brief glimpses into the most prominent candidates’ platforms. Additionally, all states will be conducting elections for the U.S. House of Representatives this year, and some have over age anyone who is interested and qualified to apply. After fifty representatives (California, the most populous state, has 53). So we have narrowed down our coverage to what my successor is chosen, together we will work to determine Ballotpedia- a great resource for all your election questions, as well as our source for the information presented here- has deemed “Pivot Counties:” counties that voted for Barack Obama in 2008 and 2012, but supported Donald Trump in the future of this publication and release applications for the 2016. So without further ado, we begin with... other vital positions that make this paper great. If interested DEADLINES PRIMARY ELECTION - August 28, 2018 GENERAL ELECTION - November 6, 2018 is roles such as Staff Writer, Photographer, Copy Editor, or Voter Registration: July 30 Voter Registration: October 9 Social Media Manager-to name just a handful-keep an eye Domestic Vote-By-Mail Ballot: July 24-31 Domestic Vote-by-Mail Ballot: October 2-9 out for that application in your inbox sometime after Spring Early Voting: August 18-August 25 Early Voting: August 18-August 25 Break. MMC’s The Monitor wont return until after Spring FLORIDA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES: NOTE: The filing date for candidates in Break, so be safe, enjoy your time off from studies, and gear Florida is not until May 2018. This list is up for the end of the year, as it’ll be here before we know it! prospective as of press time. 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