Whether it's a small gathering or a rowdy Zoom call, we hope you're planning to celebrate Thanksgiving safely and responsibly!
We know it can be awkward to talk to your family about gun reform, so we put together an all-new Zoom Edition of our Thanksgiving Survival Guide!
We know it can be awkward to talk to your family about gun reform, so we put together an all-new Zoom Edition of our Thanksgiving Survival Guide!
2020 has seen an explosion in new gun owners, and some of your family members may be thinking about buying their first gun.
But there are dangers associated with gun ownership that they just may not have considered, and raising your concerns may affect their decision.
But there are dangers associated with gun ownership that they just may not have considered, and raising your concerns may affect their decision.
Approach the conversation in a measured way. Try to find common ground and invoke a personal narrative. Your loved one will probably say something you disagree with, but don’t interrupt or tell them they’re wrong; your goal is to understand what they think, not change it.
It's important that you listen and reflect on what your loved ones say.
Your overall message should be less “don’t purchase a gun,” and more “maybe you’ll find this information helpful when deciding whether or not to purchase a gun. I know I did.”
Your overall message should be less “don’t purchase a gun,” and more “maybe you’ll find this information helpful when deciding whether or not to purchase a gun. I know I did.”
Each of us have a part to play when it comes to reducing gun violence. These one-on-one conversations are an important way we can change the culture around guns in America.
Thanks for doing your part. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanks for doing your part. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
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