The Newtown Action Alliance emphasizes the preventable nature of the recent Park Avenue shooting in Midtown Manhattan, where four individuals lost their lives, including an off-duty NYPD officer. Chairwoman Po Murray highlights that the incident, executed by a 27-year-old gunman armed with an M4-style assault rifle, occurred in a heavily policed area, underscoring vulnerable spots even in safe communities.
Murray argues that the time for thoughts and prayers is over, urging Congress to enact a federal ban on assault weapons. She specifies that the tragedy illustrates a critical need for legislation to close loopholes that allow military-style rifles to circulate in neighborhoods, stating that after 250 mass shootings in 2025 alone, action is imperative to prevent further loss of life.
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