Dora Martinez, a grieving grandmother whose granddaughter was among the 19 children killed in the May 24 elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, has issued an emotional plea for urgent government action. The 18-year-old gunman fatally shot his grandmother before attacking Robb Elementary School, marking the deadliest mass shooting in the U.S. since 2018.
Martinez, speaking through tears to reporters, implored policymakers to prioritize public safety: 'We need solutions now. How many more children have to die before something changes?' Her appeal reflects growing frustration over repeated tragedies linked to gun violence, a recurring issue in American communities.
The attack has reignited debates about firearm regulations nationwide, with advocates pointing to data showing the U.S. accounts for 73% of global school shootings despite having 4% of the world's population. Young activists across G20 nations are sharing support for Uvalde families on social platforms, blending calls for reform with tributes to victims.
Global observers note increasing pressure on leaders to address systemic safety gaps. As President Biden prepares to meet with victims' families this week, the world watches whether this tragedy will catalyze tangible policy shifts.
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