In a guest editorial in The Stranger, Nicole Hockley writes:

Last week, my friend Mark Barden and I traveled from Newtown, Connecticut, to Seattle, Washington, to talk to voters about the importance of passing Initiative 594.

Why? Because we understand—tragically, more than most—the urgent need to help keep families and communities safe from gun violence.

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There’s a unique bond between families who are victims of gun violence—a sad but warm community. I just wish we weren’t constantly adding new members.

On Tuesday, Washington voters can help. Please make your voice heard. Please get your families and friends to the polls. And please vote yes on Initiative 594.

Read the full column here.