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There were four mass shootings in March, a total of 27 dead. The usual thoughts and prayers followed. Once again, various gun control bills have been suggested or even introduced at state and federal levels. None will pass or survive eventual court challenges or survive the refusal of some local police to enforce the laws that do pass.

Do you think guns should be allowed in sanctuaries (for protection)?

A Texas pastor whose teenage daughter was among more than two dozen people killed in a mass shooting at his church in 2017 said Sunday that he will run as a Republican next year for a seat in the state Legislature.

As it does with every headline, my stomach dropped and I fought back tears, because I can't believe this is still happening. I can't believe that we still see multiple headlines a month, sometimes a week, where there is yet another school or mass shooting.

As a father and a teacher, each school shooting brings a visceral reaction.  I recognize the young, white, male perpetrators, filled with great pain, confusion, and isolation.

Many politicians who did register the shooting, again sent their thoughts and prayer.