U.S. Reps. Joaquin Castro and Colin Allred called for action on Tuesday while delivering remarks to the victims and families of the tragic Uvalde shooting that claimed the lives of 21 innocent souls at Robb Elementary nearly one year ago.
“Tomorrow, May 24, marks one year since the massacre at Robb Elementary in Uvalde. One year since 19 children and two teachers were murdered, leaving a community forever scarred and parents all across the country holding their little ones closer,” said Allred.
“They were teachers, artists and athletes, aspiring police officers, and honor roll students. Hours later, they were dead, gunned down by a teenage shooter with weapons designed for the battlefield. At the morgue, their bodies were so ravaged they had to be identified through DNA testing,” said Castro.
“We know how to stop school shootings. We know that assault weapons bans, universal background checks, and a higher age for gun purchases will save American lives. The teachers and children who died cannot change the law. But we can honor their memories by having the courage to act,” said Castro as he ended his speech.
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