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Record Number Of Illegal Gun Sales Stopped By Background Checks Last Year - Rachel Maddow MSNBC
Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action, talks with Rachel Maddow about new FBI records obtained by Everytown for Gun Safety that shows a record number of gun sales blocked by background checks last year, and how President Biden's announcement of stricter enforcement of gun sale laws, including background checks, will help advance the cause of gun safety. Aired on 06/23/2021.
Gun Safety Advocates Take Initiative On Discussion About Guns In The U.S. - Rachel Maddow - MSNBC
Manuel Oliver, co-founder of Change the Ref and father of Juaquin Oliver, who was killed in a mass shooting at his school in Parkland, Florida, talks with Rachel Maddow about how gun safety advocates are taking control of the issue of gun safety outside of the constant cycle of news of mass shootings and gun violence. Aired on 06/23/2021.