Now is the time to discuss gun control and how to stop these murders. We should continue to have these discussions until it is resolved. We can’t forget about this one in Florida and go on until the next one.

The real problem is access to guns. You can’t cover this with a bandage or blame it on anyone else, other than those who are responsible.

Legislators are being controlled by the NRA and gun manufacturers through monetary contributions. This needs to be stopped.

Laws that regulate the sale, use and possession of firearms already in place can be addressed and aggressively enforced. They should be uniform and apply to all states.

Currently, 66 percent of citizens support stricter gun control, the highest ever polled. People have had enough of these killings. The current protests demonstrate that youths are taking matters in their hands. They shouldn’t have to.

I’m so proud of our youths and support them 100 percent.

We can make a change on Nov. 6, 2018. Don’t forget these murders and how easily they were committed. Remember the names of lawmakers who voted against banning assault weapons and strengthening our guns laws. Issue them pink slips when they are up for re-election.

Support the students. They are our future.

Make the right choice.

Stay woke in 2018!

PATRICIA BROWN

North Chesterfield