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An Open Letter to President Trump: A Call for Common-Sense Gun Reform

Appealing for Leadership to Protect Americans from Preventable Tragedy

Harold Michael Harvey (Reprinted by Permission of Author)
Aug 28, 2025

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Dear President Trump,

I write to you today not only as a concerned citizen but as a person deeply anguished by the seemingly endless cycle of grief and loss that continues to ravage families and communities across our nation. Yesterday’s tragic events in Minnesota have left an indelible mark on the hearts of Americans everywhere, echoing a familiar pain that we, as a country, should no longer be forced to bear. As the news unfolded and another community was torn apart by senseless violence, I found myself compelled to reach out to you—our nation’s leader—with a plea for decisive, compassionate action.

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It is no secret that gun violence has become a defining crisis of our era. The frequency of these horrific acts has normalized the unimaginable, leaving families shattered, children traumatized, and a nation weary of offering thoughts and prayers instead of solutions. Mr. President, we must recognize that these tragedies are not inevitable. They are preventable. What we need is leadership—bold, pragmatic leadership that rises above political ideology and centers unwaveringly on the preservation of life.

I acknowledge your administration’s expressed commitment to eliminating crime, particularly in Washington, D.C. You have championed initiatives aimed at restoring law and order in our capital, focusing on violent crime, drug trafficking, and the safety of our communities. This determination to make our cities safer resonates with many Americans who long for a sense of security in their daily lives. However, while the spotlight has been cast on the challenges facing Washington, D.C., there is a glaring and heartbreaking reality that cannot be ignored: mass shootings are occurring with alarming regularity across our nation, from small towns like the one in Minnesota yesterday to bustling metropolitan centers.

The contrast is stark. On one hand, your administration’s efforts to address urban crime reflect a clear understanding of the need for proactive strategies and robust enforcement to protect citizens. On the other hand, an absence of meaningful action on gun control has left a gaping void—one that continues to be filled with the blood of innocents, the anguish of survivors, and the silence of those lost.

Common-sense gun control legislation is not a radical idea; it is a rational response to a persistent threat. The overwhelming majority of Americans—across the political spectrum—support measures such as universal background checks, restrictions on high-capacity magazines, safe storage requirements, and red flag laws that keep firearms out of the hands of those who pose a danger to themselves or others. These policies do not infringe upon the rights of responsible gun owners; instead, they serve to protect the very fabric of our communities from the devastation wrought by unchecked access to deadly weapons.

Yesterday’s tragedy in Minnesota is yet another reminder that action cannot wait. The victims deserve more than our condolences—they deserve a nation willing to do everything in its power to prevent such violence from recurring. It is a moral imperative that transcends partisanship, demanding we place the sanctity of human life above all else.

History will judge our response to this crisis. In moments of great challenge, presidents have the opportunity—and responsibility—to rise above the fray, to unite a nation around solutions that reflect our values and our humanity. President Trump, you have frequently spoken of your love for this country and your desire to protect its citizens. I urge you to extend that protective mantle to the realm of gun safety, to champion reforms that will save lives and spare countless families from unimaginable loss.

Some will claim that any regulation of firearms is a slippery slope, that the solution to gun violence lies solely in mental health care or the arming of more “good guys.” While mental health care reform is essential and the rights of law-abiding citizens must be respected, the data is unequivocal: countries with strong, common-sense gun laws experience far fewer mass shootings and gun deaths than the United States. We cannot ignore this truth for the sake of political expediency.

The Second Amendment, cherished by many and foundational to our history, does not preclude us from enacting measures that make our country safer. Rights and responsibilities are inseparable in a free society. Just as laws balance the right to free speech against incitement and defamation, so too must the right to bear arms be balanced by laws that protect the right of every American to live without fear of being gunned down in their schools, places of worship, shopping centers, or neighborhoods.

You have at your disposal the power to lead, to convene lawmakers from all sides, to listen to experts, survivors, and families, and to forge a path forward that honors both our Constitution and our collective desire for safety and peace. Imagine the legacy you could leave—not merely as a president who sought to eliminate crime in the nation’s capital, but as a leader who marshaled the courage to confront gun violence head-on and to enact reforms that will reverberate for generations.

The time for action is now. The eyes of the nation—and indeed, the world—are upon us. We must not be remembered as the generation that looked tragedy in the face and did nothing. Instead, let us be remembered as the Americans who came together to end the carnage, to heal our divisions, and to build a safer, more just society for all.

Mr. President, in the aftermath of the latest tragedy, I urge you to support common-sense gun reform. Let us honor the memory of those lost in Minnesota and countless other communities not only with words, but with deeds. Let us show the world—through our actions—that America’s capacity for change is as great as its capacity for sorrow.

Respectfully,

A Concerned Citizen

Thank you Michael for clearly sharing what we all Believe!

Gabby

Whether we argue, share, or speak directly to the President, we all believe that there are those in Congress who are funded by the National Rifle Association, which lobbies to allow them to do anything they want to make MONEY!

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