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Curbing Gun Violence

“There is something deeply wrong with a culture where these acts of violence are increasingly common. There must be dialogue followed by concrete action to bring about a broader social renewal that addresses all aspects of the crisis.”

– United States Conference of Catholic Bishops letter to Congress, June 2022 –

Curbing Gun Violence: A Virtual Townhall

Watch the recording of a live discussion held Feb. 13, 2023, about the harm from gun violence and explore different approaches aimed at reducing the use of guns in committing crimes.

Watch now: YouTube and Facebook

Panelists

  • Most Reverend William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore
  • State Senator Jill P. Carter, District 41
  • State Del. Luke Clippinger, District 46
  • Dr. Thomas M. Scalea, physician-in-chief, shock trauma, University of Maryland Medical Center
  • Mr. Myles Hicks, Deputy Legislative Officer, Office of the Governor
  • Msgr. Richard Bozzelli, pastor, St. Bernardine, Baltimore
  • Moderator: Sheilah Kast, WYPR-FM