“This should be a nonpartisan issue. This should not be a partisan issue,” McConaughey said. “There is not a Democratic or Republican value in one single act of these shooters.”
, where 19 students and two teachers were killed two weeks ago when a gunman opened fire at Robb Elementary School
, where 19 students and two teachers were killed two weeks ago when a gunman opened fire at Robb Elementary School. In the wake of the shooting, McConaughey traveled to his hometown to meet with and offer support to the grieving community. McConaughey, holding up a drawing from the late child, explained that Alithia would never get that chance after being killed in her classroom.
“Maite wore green high top Converse with a heart she had hand drawn on the right toe because they represented her love of nature,” McConaughey said, pointing out the shoes placed in Alves' lap. “The same green Converse on her feet that turned out to be the only clear evidence that could identify [Maite] after the shooting.”
The 52-year-old laid out his vision for gun reform in the country, telling politicians there is a chance to “grasp a higher ground above our political affiliations, a chance to make the choice that does more than protect your party.”
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