Coalition Against Gun Violence

What was the goal and purpose of the now failed ATF’s program dubbed Fast and Furious? ATF agents in Phoenix allowed licensed firearm dealers to sell weapons to legal “straw” buyers in the hope that the agents could track the weapons and arrest Mexican drug cartel leaders. The tracking system was seriously flawed. This resulted in more than 2,000 weapons, including assault rifles and .50 caliber sniper rifles, being trafficked along the U.S. – Mexico border. It is probable that many were used in violent crimes in Mexico. Read More »

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has developed the No Place For Hate Initiative to organize schools to work together on developing projects that enhance the appreciation of diversity, and foster harmony between diverse groups. These programs are empowering many of the schools within the United States, promoting respect for individual and group difference, and challenging prejudice, bias and bigotry. Children are facing hate and bigotry far too frequently and the No Place For Hate programs provide students with knowledge to stand-up to bullying, teasing and bigotry, and to also be a voice for tolerance and understanding. As a result of these programs, the school environment becomes more peaceful which creates an atmosphere conducive towards studying and learning. No Place For Hate is only one of several programs. Another program Miller Early Childhood Initiative Workshops, deals with bullying and hateful activity and emphasizes the importance of not being a bystander when you see this aggressive behavior. These workshops have been implemented for the Santa Barbara School District, Cuesta College and Santa Barbara City College with the Miller Childhood Initiative Workshops. The launch has received rave reviews! A workshop regarding “Cyberbulling” for parents and students is planned, including one for educators, administrators and playground monitors.
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