The following statement was issued today by Governor Andrew Cuomo.
“Tonight,
in recognition of Gun Violence Awareness Month, I am directing One
World Trade Center be lit orange as a tribute to the victims lost in
Orlando and all those around the world who have been affected by gun
violence.
“New York took bold action in 2013 to pass
the strongest gun safety legislation in the nation, strengthening
background checks and banning assault weapons like those used in
reprehensible mass murders across the country.
“New York showed the nation it’s possible to
pass sensible gun reforms with the support of both Democrats and
Republicans – and now Congress must follow suit. The failure of the
federal government to act on gun violence is not only appalling, but
dangerous. Congress was founded on the principal that it would fairly
represent the views of the people – yet today, despite overwhelming
public opinion, it has been taken hostage by special interests.
“Democrats continue to fight to advance
common sense gun safety laws, even holding a sit in on the House floor
to force a vote. But clearly the NRA still has a stranglehold on too
many members of Congress who lack the courage to do right by the
American people. Congress must stop this madness and act now to pass a
strong national gun safety bill to protect all Americans.”
Source: Press Office, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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