Brady Campaign's Paul Helmke Praises Congresswoman Carson For A Life Of Leadership

Dec 21, 2007

Washington, D.C. - Paul Helmke, President of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, issued the following statement:

“Representative Julia Carson was an amazing woman, a fearless advocate who opened doors her entire life.  I was privileged to be able to know her and work with her over  many years.  She cared about the poor, she cared about the disenfranchised, and she worked hard to combat the gun violence and crime that so unfairly impacts the most vulnerable people in our communities.

“During the Holiday season, we all try to be generous, but Julia never needed it to be the Holiday season to help the neediest.  It is sad that we lost her at this time of year, but it would have been sad at any time of year.”

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As the nation's largest, non-partisan, grassroots organization leading the fight to prevent gun violence, the Brady Campaign, with its dedicated network of Million Mom March Chapters, works to enact and enforce sensible gun laws, regulations and public policies. The Brady Campaign is devoted to creating an America free from gun violence, where all Americans are safe at home, at school, at work, and in our communities.

For continuing insight and comment on the gun issue, read Paul Helmke's blog at www.bradycampaign.org/blog/. Visit the Brady Campaign website at www.bradycampaign.org.