Gun violence is complicated — it’s a broad topic, encompassing stories about everything from policymaking and extremism to individual tragedy and community action. It can be difficult to pick apart, or know what to focus on.
The Weekly Briefing newsletter, delivered every Friday morning, provides the news and context you need to understand America’s gun violence issue. By signing up, you’ll get all of The Trace’s expert reporting sent straight to your inbox, plus explainers on the biggest gun news of the week and a selection of stories that we’ve found insightful and nuanced.
A little more about what to expect: We know gun violence is a tough topic. With the Briefing, our goal is to make sure you know what’s going on in this sphere without getting overwhelmed. That means we’ll not only give you context on the biggest news of the week, but also share pieces about initiatives and communities working to counter the crisis — stories that, all too often, fly under the radar. As part of our mission, each edition also includes a brief tribute to a life taken by gun violence.
With this newsletter, we hope to bridge the knowledge gap on gun violence in America — to illuminate where the issue is headed, and the ongoing work to mitigate harm.
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