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social-issues2 years ago•1 min saved

"North Carolina Students Take a Stand: Walking Out to Protest Gun Violence"

Students in North Carolina walked out of class in protest against gun violence, organized by the group Students Demand Action. The recent lockdowns at the University of North Carolina served as a tipping point for the students, who expressed frustration with the inaction of lawmakers. A separate protest at the General Assembly saw students calling on politicians to take action, resulting in their removal from the premises.

via WTVD-TV|

#gun-violence #north-carolina #protest

society2 years ago•1 min saved

Student-led Walkouts Across the US Demand Gun Safety and Change

Hundreds of Portland students participated in a national walkout organized by Students Demand Action to protest gun violence and demand change. The students marched through downtown Portland, holding signs with gun violence statistics and messages such as “kids over guns” and giving passionate speeches demanding action from lawmakers and elected officials. The walkout was organized by students from Lincoln High School and the Metropolitan Learning Center, and ended at City Hall.

via Oregon Public Broadcasting|

#gun-violence #national-walkout #portland