Celebs weigh in on gun control debate
Published: Feb 07 2013 12:56:32 PM EST
Updated On: Feb 07 2013 01:12:38 PM EST
Celebrities and survivors of shootings gathered in the nation's capital on Feb. 6 to urge lawmakers to act on firearm legislation. Take a look at the many famous faces who have weighed in on the gun control debate recently.
Celebs joined survivors of gun violence to support President Barack Obama's call for new gun-control laws at a press conference sponsored by the group Mayors Against Illegal Guns Feb. 6 in Washington, D.C. The event was part of the group's campaign Demand a Plan, which presses elected officials for action to protect citizens' right to safety and security.
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