March for Our Lives Backs Kamala Harris for President

March For Our Lives, the influential gun control advocacy group formed following the tragic Parkland shooting in 2018, has made headlines by endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for President—the first time the organization has endorsed a political figure.

In a powerful statement on their website, the group emphasized the urgent need for a leader who will take a stand against gun violence and protect the rights of young people. They cited Harris’s proven track record as a fighter and bold thinker, pointing to her role as the director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention.

The organization listed their grievances, including the alarming statistics on gun violence among young people and the urgent need for action on issues like climate change and abortion rights. They called on Harris to champion progressive policies like an assault weapons ban and court reform.

While March For Our Lives has not endorsed President Joe Biden due to their non-profit status, they recognize his efforts in advocating for gun violence prevention. However, organizations like the National Firearms Trade Association and the National Rifle Association have criticized the White House Office of Gun Violence, calling it politically charged and ineffective.