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March for Our Lives Highlights: Students Protesting Guns Say ‘Enough Is Enough’

By the New York Times


While reading this article describing the outcomes of the March For Our Lives protests that broke out all over the world, the New York Times informs the reader about the impact and meaning these protests had for the world. One thing that stood out to me was how widespread the cause was: “More than 800 protests were planned in every American state, including in some gun-friendly cities, and on every continent except for Antarctica, according to a website set up by organizers” (The New York Times). Another topic the article seemed to stress was the purpose surrounding the marches. The students from Stoneman Douglas, the school that suffered a school shooting in February, want to spread awareness about gun violence. They believe there should be thorough background checks when it comes to buying guns, and assault rifles should be banned.

I chose to write about the March For Our Lives because it is a topic that I find very relevant over the past few months. I found this article while searching about it. In regards to the contents of the article, I think it is truly inspiring how so many kids stepped out and voiced their opinions about gun control. Also, I agree that something should be done to make it harder for someone to buy a gun. I think the laws should change with the constantly changing world they are meant to protect.

Comments

  1. Grace M's English 1 BlogApril 9, 2018 at 11:37 AM

    I really like this post and I think you chose a trustworthy source. I agree that tougher gun restrictions need to be made and I also think archaic laws should be updated, because the world is always changing. Good job and this is very well written!

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  2. BronwynApril 10, 2018 at 12:12 PM

    I like how you added you own opinion along with the evidence. Also, I think you chose a source that is definitely reliable !

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  3. EvanApril 11, 2018 at 5:30 PM

    The New York Times is an extremely reliable source that you used. I didn’t know that the March for our lives was such a widespread event.

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  4. Anna KatherineApril 12, 2018 at 9:38 AM

    I also wrote about the school shootings, but I didnt realize that it was in different countries. This shows how everyone really wants change. Good post!

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