[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 67 (Thursday, May 6, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E781-E782]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             TEN-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE MILLION MOM MARCH

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                         HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 6, 2010

  Mrs. McCARTHY  of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise in honor of the 10-
year anniversary of the Million Mom March and to recognize its efforts 
to put an end to gun violence. This historic event united approximately 
three-quarters of a million people, making it the largest protest 
against gun violence. Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, this event 
sparked a network of activists supporting a national push to achieve 
commonsense gun laws. For this, I celebrate the 10th anniversary of the 
Million Mom March, for its efforts in promoting the safety of our 
communities.
  On May 14, 2000, thousands of activists from all parts of the country 
arrived in Washington, DC, to promote and defend gun safety. The 
Million Mom March was made possible by those who tirelessly made calls 
and campaigned for the importance of their cause. The historic turnout 
of this day proved that the fight for gun safety is strong and will 
persevere until commonsense legislation is passed.
  On that same day as the march, the Washington Post and ABC News 
reported that out of 1,068 polled adults, approximately one in ten 
stated they have been shot at and almost one in four had experienced a 
gun pointed at them. Since the march, approximately 872,247 people have 
been killed or injured with guns, but there is no telling how many 
lives were saved through education and advocacy for gun safety. As the 
Million Mom March celebrates its 10th anniversary, it is a great time

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to reflect on the importance of protecting the safety of our community, 
and educating others on gun safety.
  The Million Mom March is an inspiring event in history, and I am 
immensely proud of all Americans, both past and present, that fight to 
stop gun violence. I ask my colleagues to join me in expressing the 
gratitude of the U.S. Congress toward the Million Mom March and the 
event's ongoing impact on our nation's safety.

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