Vice President Harris’s Leadership in Gun Violence Prevention Will Pave the Way for a Safer America

SEATTLE, WA – Today, the Alliance for Gun Responsibility Federal Victory Fund is proud to announce its endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for President. Joining a coalition of national gun safety partners, we recognize Vice President Harris’s steadfast commitment to addressing the epidemic of gun violence in our nation. Her leadership and vision make her the clear choice to lead our country toward a safer, more just future. 

“There is no better candidate than Vice President Kamala Harris to be the next president of the United States, and we’re proud to endorse her. As Vice President, she advocated for common-sense gun laws, invested in community violence intervention programs, and pushed for national standards on gun safety. Her leadership has been instrumental in bringing together federal, state, and local leaders to address the root causes of gun violence and implement effective solutions,” said Renée Hopkins, CEO of the Alliance for Gun Responsibility Federal Victory Fund. “As the head of the Office of Gun Violence Prevention, Vice President Kamala Harris spearheaded a historic, whole-of-government approach to tackling this public health crisis. The office has worked tirelessly to coordinate efforts across federal agencies, promoting community-based violence prevention programs, and advocate for common-sense gun safety laws.”

“Vice President Kamala Harris’s impact is not confined to federal initiatives alone; she has been a strong proponent of empowering states to take action against gun violence,” said Stephanie Ervin, Victory Fund Director of the Alliance for Gun Responsibility Federal Victory Fund. “Her approach acknowledges the unique challenges and opportunities within each state, encouraging local leaders to develop solutions to prevent gun violence while gridlock at the national level remains.” 

In her own words, Vice President Harris has urged state leaders to “strategize and share with each other and then to bring back to us some of your best ideas and your state-specific strategies for dealing with community violence prevention, secure storage, and, for those who do not have it, a state assault weapons ban,” 

“This call to action underscores Harris’s belief in empowering states to tailor their approaches to their unique challenges while contributing to a unified national effort,” said Stephanie Ervin, Victory Fund Director of the Alliance for Gun Responsibility Federal Victory Fund.  

By endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, the Federal Victory Fund reaffirms our commitment to eliminate the harm caused by gun violence. Harris’s comprehensive approach to gun violence prevention, which combines federal leadership with state-specific strategies, offers the best path forward. Ensuring the safety and well-being of children, families, and communities across America.