— from Douglas Wagoner —
Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) today released the following statement after more than 100 U.S. Representatives and Senators held a sit-in on the House floor to demand action on gun violence prevention:
“From Lynnwood to the San Juan Islands, over 160 people from my District called my office today – not to mention the thousands more who reached out on social media – to express support for the sit-in. I heard from a teacher from Marysville School District. I heard from a lawyer who experienced a workplace shooting. These folks are fed up, and so am I. Gun violence is an epidemic that has affected too many people I represent.
For years legislation to prevent gun violence has been a nonstarter, but – as shown by the incredible support from folks in my District and by the leadership of civil rights legend Rep. John Lewis – I believe as a country we are experiencing a turning point.
There comes a time when – no matter the odds – you have to say ‘enough is enough’ and act. That is what is happening today on the House floor.”
Thanks for supporting and participating in this historic event. Don’t quit now; see it through; stand for the People. Enough is enough!
thank you for doing your job,actions always speak loader than words,this is not a time to remain silent, please stop violence.
thank you,
scott gianola
This is how history is made. Stay the course, Mr. Larsen.
The Democrats have admitted that none of the gun control measures they are proposing would have stopped the murderer from legally obtaining a gun.
Gun sales to LGBT’s has skyrocketed since the massacre at the Pulse nightclub.
Rick Larsen’s support for the sit-in is one more example of his consistent backing of issues important to islanders here on Orcas and throughout our county. Rick’s progressive voice is why we are proud and fortunate to have him in DC.
I’m not convinced by what I read in this press release that that he supported it by his own action; rather, he acknowledged that it occurred and that it was significant. I would like to read what Congressman Larsen actually did. Does anyone know?