Together, we put gun violence prevention front and center, and the people of Pennsylvania proved this is a voting issue. The results will have a major impact on gun violence prevention policy at the state and federal levels. Reelecting Governor Tom Wolf and Senator...
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Congressman tells Student Pittsburgh tragedy could have occurred with a knife
On Sunday at the Pittsburgh Community interfaith service for the Tree of Life shooting victims and survivors, a young constituent had a troubling interaction with her Congressman, Keith Rothfus. Here's Kaylee explaining what happened. Kaylee — who attended Tree of...
Connection and Hope
Dear Friends, Three years ago, on June 17, 2015, I joined my rabbi at a local AME congregation to offer prayers and support in the wake of the tragic mass murder at Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, South Carolina. On Monday night, I stood with leaders of the...
Pennsylvanians Come Together After Tree of Life Shooting
In times of tragedy, it's important for communities to come together to mourn and heal. Here is a list of events going on in Pennsylvania. We will be updating this page as we learn more details. Saturday 10/27 Squirrel Hill Community Ceremony and Service 6:30...
Statement of CeaseFirePA on Today’s Mass Shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue
Statement of CeaseFirePA on Today's Mass Shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue Pittsburgh, PA, October 27, 2018 --- CeaseFirePA is saddened and horrified by today's mass murder at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. So far, we know that at least eight people have...
Breaking: Synagogue Shooting in Pittsburgh
We are following a developing in Pittsburgh where there has been a shooting at a synagogue. https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2018/10/27/heavy-police-presence-near-synagogue-in-squirrel-hill/
Before you vote educate yourself
The following candidates have been endorsed by CeaseFire Pennsylvania, the advocacy arm of CeaseFirePA. Endorsement decisions were based on an assessment of candidate surveys, voting records of incumbents, and the priority ascribed to the gun violence prevention...
CeaseFire Pennsylvania Endorses Senator Bob Casey
CeaseFire Pennsylvania, the advocacy arm of CeaseFirePA, today announced it is proud to endorse Senator Bob Casey for reelection. Senator Casey has become a leading voice for gun violence prevention and a champion for key pieces of legislation in recent years. ...
CeaseFire Pennsylvania Endorses Governor Wolf
Philadelphia, October 8, 2018 – CeaseFire Pennsylvania, the advocacy arm of CeaseFirePA, today announced it is proud to endorse Governor Tom Wolf for reelection. During his tenure, Governor Wolf has recognized the gun violence problem plaguing Pennsylvania and the...
Legislature Passes Historic Domestic Violence Bill
On October 3rd 2018 the Pennsylvania Senate voted to pass a historic domestic violence firearm bill, HB2060, and send it to Governor Wolf's desk. This is the first time in decades the Pennsylvania Legislature passed meaningful gun violence prevention legislation....