Statement by Sarah and Jim Brady on the Mass Shooting in Wisconsin

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Aug 5, 2012

Washington, DC - Sarah and Jim Brady today released the following statement in response to the mass shooting at a Sikh temple in Wisconsin:

"Jim and I are heartbroken at the news today of the mass shooting in Wisconsin.  Jim and I know too well what the victims and their families in Oak Creek, Wisconsin are going through. We want all the families to know that our thoughts and prayers are with them.  Another senseless gun tragedy...for shame."

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