Matthew W Nugent
@n00ge8.bsky.social
Supports efforts to reduce gun deaths and injuries across the US
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Matthew W Nugent
@n00ge8.bsky.social
· Jan 16
Gun Safety Policies Save Lives
Compares gun policy across 50 states. In states where elected officials have taken action to pass gun laws, fewer people die by gun violence.
everytownresearch.org
Gun Safety Policies Save Lives - Compare gun policy across 50 states. In states where elected officials take action to pass gun laws, fewer people die by gun violence. via @everytown.bsky.social
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For years, ghost guns have been seen as a criminal justice issue, but scholars are now arguing they’re also a public health concern.
Ghost Guns Are Linked to an Increase in Suicide Rates
People who attempt suicide, nine out of 10 times, will survive — if they don’t use a gun. But suicide attempts with a firearm are almost always fatal: nine in 10 attempts end in death. For years,…
www.thetrace.org
February 17, 2026 at 1:37 PM
For years, ghost guns have been seen as a criminal justice issue, but scholars are now arguing they’re also a public health concern.
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I met #JesseJackson at my first gun violence prevention rally, at the Capitol in 2008 a year after Virginia Tech. His presence showed me the enormity and importance of what we were doing, and inspired me to keep up the work as a citizen and ally.
February 17, 2026 at 12:08 PM
I met #JesseJackson at my first gun violence prevention rally, at the Capitol in 2008 a year after Virginia Tech. His presence showed me the enormity and importance of what we were doing, and inspired me to keep up the work as a citizen and ally.
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Thank you to outgoing GVP Caucus Co-Chair @adamebbin.bsky.social! He sponsored bills that became law banning guns in state buildings, possession of firearms with obliterated serial numbers and leaving guns accessible to at-risk kids. And his ghost guns bill will finally become law this year.
February 17, 2026 at 2:12 AM
Thank you to outgoing GVP Caucus Co-Chair @adamebbin.bsky.social! He sponsored bills that became law banning guns in state buildings, possession of firearms with obliterated serial numbers and leaving guns accessible to at-risk kids. And his ghost guns bill will finally become law this year.
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Students, our own children, shouldn't have to lobby lawmakers, talk to reporters and stage walkouts just to be safe at school. They have the most to lose, but the most to gain, in our movement.
It’s been eight years since 17 students and staff members were shot and killed and 17 more were wounded at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL by a gunman armed with a Smith & Wesson AR-15. In the years since the shooting, three survivors have tragically taken their own lives.
February 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Students, our own children, shouldn't have to lobby lawmakers, talk to reporters and stage walkouts just to be safe at school. They have the most to lose, but the most to gain, in our movement.
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Our movement is truly a labor of love 🫶
Survivors of gun violence are at the very heart of our movement—turning pain into purpose. We stand with you in love and solidarity.
To our volunteers: thank you for showing up, organizing, and fighting alongside survivors to make our communities safer.
Happy Valentine's Day. 💗
To our volunteers: thank you for showing up, organizing, and fighting alongside survivors to make our communities safer.
Happy Valentine's Day. 💗
February 14, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Our movement is truly a labor of love 🫶
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513 Democratic caucuses. A powerful reminder that democracy works best when we show up, together. 💙
February 13, 2026 at 10:07 PM
513 Democratic caucuses. A powerful reminder that democracy works best when we show up, together. 💙
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In opening statements on Monday, prosecutors made the case that the Georgia man whose teenage son is accused of carrying out the deadliest school shooting in the state’s history more than a year ago is also responsible for the attack. (Story by @wabe.org)
Trial begins for Apalachee High School shooting suspect's father • Georgia Recorder
In opening statements on Monday, prosecutors made the case that the Georgia man whose teenage son is accused of carrying out the deadliest school shooting in the state’s history more than a year ago i...
georgiarecorder.com
February 16, 2026 at 11:34 PM
In opening statements on Monday, prosecutors made the case that the Georgia man whose teenage son is accused of carrying out the deadliest school shooting in the state’s history more than a year ago is also responsible for the attack. (Story by @wabe.org)
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Opening statements begin Monday in trial of Apalachee school shooting suspect’s father
Opening statements begin Monday in trial of Apalachee school shooting suspect’s father
Colin Gray’s trial is the second in the nation involving the parent of a suspected school shooter.
www.atlantanewsfirst.com
February 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Opening statements begin Monday in trial of Apalachee school shooting suspect’s father
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In the first trial of its kind in Georgia, Colin Gray, the father of the Apalachee High School shooting suspect Colt Gray, will have his day in court starting Monday.
School shooting suspect’s dad’s trial: What to know
www.ajc.com
February 16, 2026 at 9:36 PM
In the first trial of its kind in Georgia, Colin Gray, the father of the Apalachee High School shooting suspect Colt Gray, will have his day in court starting Monday.
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Nothing beats the incredible energy of being on the road with @momsdemandaction.org and @studentsdemandaction.org volunteers and survivors. Y’all keep me going with your fire, spirit, and dedication to the safety of our communities.
Find an event near you: https://momsdemandaction.org/events/
Find an event near you: https://momsdemandaction.org/events/
Events
momsdemandaction.org
February 16, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Nothing beats the incredible energy of being on the road with @momsdemandaction.org and @studentsdemandaction.org volunteers and survivors. Y’all keep me going with your fire, spirit, and dedication to the safety of our communities.
Find an event near you: https://momsdemandaction.org/events/
Find an event near you: https://momsdemandaction.org/events/
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Thank you for sharing our story! Here's a link to ours without a paywall!
themainemonitor.org/red-flag-law...
themainemonitor.org/red-flag-law...
Maine’s red flag law goes live in February. What will that look like?
Supporters of Maine's recently approved red flag law say it’s a critical tool for preventing gun violence.
themainemonitor.org
February 16, 2026 at 9:28 PM
Thank you for sharing our story! Here's a link to ours without a paywall!
themainemonitor.org/red-flag-law...
themainemonitor.org/red-flag-law...
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Extreme Risk Protection Orders - aka Red Flag - were linked to reduced gun suicides in Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, and Rhode Island (with no increase in non-firearm suicides), supporting their public health impact.
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
Extreme Risk Protection Orders were linked to reduced firearm suicides in four US states, with no increase in nonfirearm suicides, supporting their public health impact.
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February 16, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Extreme Risk Protection Orders - aka Red Flag - were linked to reduced gun suicides in Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, and Rhode Island (with no increase in non-firearm suicides), supporting their public health impact.
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
Extreme Risk Protection Orders - aka Red Flag - were linked to reduced gun suicides in Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, and Rhode Island (with no increase in non-firearm suicides), supporting their public health impact.
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
Extreme Risk Protection Orders were linked to reduced firearm suicides in four US states, with no increase in nonfirearm suicides, supporting their public health impact.
ja.ma/4t5B8J3
ja.ma/4t5B8J3
February 16, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Extreme Risk Protection Orders - aka Red Flag - were linked to reduced gun suicides in Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, and Rhode Island (with no increase in non-firearm suicides), supporting their public health impact.
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
Study published in Journal of the American Medical Association @jama.com
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My hometown of Monterey Park suffered the deadliest mass shooting in LA County history. We know the devastating consequences when weapons fall into the wrong hands. Congress should be focused on protecting people from violence, not rewriting our laws to make the gun industry richer.
February 12, 2026 at 5:28 PM
My hometown of Monterey Park suffered the deadliest mass shooting in LA County history. We know the devastating consequences when weapons fall into the wrong hands. Congress should be focused on protecting people from violence, not rewriting our laws to make the gun industry richer.
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Always great to meet with Moms Demand Action!
February 13, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Always great to meet with Moms Demand Action!
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Jordan’s legacy is my compass, and I will never stop fighting until every community is made safe and every voice is heard. Happy Birthday, Jordan! I carry you in my heart and in this fight.
February 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Jordan’s legacy is my compass, and I will never stop fighting until every community is made safe and every voice is heard. Happy Birthday, Jordan! I carry you in my heart and in this fight.
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Today should be my Jordan’s 31st birthday. A day we would have spent together. His birthday reminds us of the future he should have had and the urgent work still before us. Every day, too many families across America experience the same unimaginable loss. Jordan's memory fuels my purpose.
February 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Today should be my Jordan’s 31st birthday. A day we would have spent together. His birthday reminds us of the future he should have had and the urgent work still before us. Every day, too many families across America experience the same unimaginable loss. Jordan's memory fuels my purpose.
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Gun accessory manufacturer to pay $1.75 million to victims of Buffalo supermarket shooting
Gun accessory manufacturer to pay $1.75 million to victims of Buffalo supermarket shooting
The company had been accused of providing instructions for making the rifle compatible with high-capacity magazines, NY Attorney General Leticia James said.
www.wkrn.com
February 14, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Gun accessory manufacturer to pay $1.75 million to victims of Buffalo supermarket shooting
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Gun accessory manufacturer and Buffalo supermarket shooter’s parents to pay victims’ families
Gun accessory manufacturer and Buffalo supermarket shooter’s parents to pay victims’ families
Attorney General Letitia James announced a major settlement with gun accessory manufacturer Mean Arms today.
www.wwnytv.com
February 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Gun accessory manufacturer and Buffalo supermarket shooter’s parents to pay victims’ families
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The 3rd Circuit ruled in favor of the New Jersey AG's crackdown against a gun company over its distribution of computer code for 3D-printed guns.
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February 13, 2026 at 7:51 PM
The 3rd Circuit ruled in favor of the New Jersey AG's crackdown against a gun company over its distribution of computer code for 3D-printed guns.
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"State Democrats aren’t slowing down on efforts to regulate guns in Colorado, with more bills introduced this legislative session that impact everything from firearm barrels to 3-D printed “ghost” guns." #coleg
Colorado Democrats roll out more gun control legislation targeting 3D-printed ‘ghost’ guns, barrels and firearm dealers | SummitDaily.com
State Democrats aren’t slowing down on efforts to regulate guns in Colorado, with more bills introduced this legislative session that impact everything from firearm barrels to 3-D printed “ghost” guns. The legislature in recent years...
www.summitdaily.com
February 14, 2026 at 2:13 PM
"State Democrats aren’t slowing down on efforts to regulate guns in Colorado, with more bills introduced this legislative session that impact everything from firearm barrels to 3-D printed “ghost” guns." #coleg
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Wow, the momentum keeps building! A packed house in Augusta last Thursday and I’m not slowing down!
Visit electjordan.com/events or click the link in my bio to find out when I’m near you!
Visit electjordan.com/events or click the link in my bio to find out when I’m near you!
February 16, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Wow, the momentum keeps building! A packed house in Augusta last Thursday and I’m not slowing down!
Visit electjordan.com/events or click the link in my bio to find out when I’m near you!
Visit electjordan.com/events or click the link in my bio to find out when I’m near you!
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If you break our gun laws and allow individuals to bypass background checks and endanger Californians, we’ll hold you accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
More from @calmatters.org :
calmatters.org/justice/2026...
More from @calmatters.org :
calmatters.org/justice/2026...
California sues websites that publish blueprints for 3D printer ghost guns
California law enforcement agencies seize about 11,000 ghost guns every year. The state now is suing websites that help people manufacture untraceable firearms.
calmatters.org
February 11, 2026 at 12:52 AM
If you break our gun laws and allow individuals to bypass background checks and endanger Californians, we’ll hold you accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
More from @calmatters.org :
calmatters.org/justice/2026...
More from @calmatters.org :
calmatters.org/justice/2026...
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Red Flag Gun Safety Law Goes Live in Maine During February. What Will That Look Like?
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal
Maine’s red flag law goes live in February. What will that look like?
Two years after the Lewiston mass shootings, voters approved a red flag law. Supporters say it’s a critical tool for preventing violence.
www.sunjournal.com
February 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Red Flag Gun Safety Law Goes Live in Maine During February. What Will That Look Like?
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal
Red Flag Gun Safety Law Goes Live in Maine During February. What Will That Look Like?
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal
Maine’s red flag law goes live in February. What will that look like?
Two years after the Lewiston mass shootings, voters approved a red flag law. Supporters say it’s a critical tool for preventing violence.
www.sunjournal.com
February 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Red Flag Gun Safety Law Goes Live in Maine During February. What Will That Look Like?
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal
Reporting from @emilykbader.bsky.social & @themainemonitor.org via Lewiston (ME) Sun Journal