Early on June 12, 2016, we experienced one of the deadliest mass shootings in American history. A man armed with a legally purchased Sig Sauer MCX assault rifle, opened fire on the Latin Night crowd at Pulse, a gay dance club in Orlando, Florida. He killed 49 people and wounded 53.

Trying to find the words to talk about this tragedy.

Here are some things I’ve been reading that have helped clarify my thoughts:

#WeAreOrlando

Why It Matters That It Was Latin Night At Pulse by John Paul Brammer

The Worst Mass Shooting in U.S. History Was Not in Orlando by Paul Ratner

Surprising Progress in Newtown Families’ Suit Against Maker of the AR-15 Rifle by 

Thou Shalt Kill by Tom Scocca

Samantha Bee’s righteous rage: “Full Frontal” stands out in late-night responses to Orlando shooting by Scott Timberg

John McCain: Obama is ‘directly responsible’ for Orlando attack by Mike DeBonis

It’s An Honor To Continue Being Valued Over Countless Human Lives by An AR-15

Here are some places to donate:

Pulse Employee Recovery Fund

Support Victims of Pulse Shooting

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