Rep. Mike Thompson & Steve Kerr On Gun Violence In America

"We can't stop. We can't stop trying to save some lives"

Rock The Ride 2021 was a remarkable experience. Here is a replay of "The Coach and The Congressman" with Congressman Mike Thompson & Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr. This conversation is not a recapitulation of well-worn talking points. This is actionable and critical content for anyone to hear and implement

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Key Learnings

1. Assessing the strategic view around gun violence in the United States

2,  How moments of silence before NBA games brought Coach Kerr into the fray

3. Why "gun control" is the wrong term to use and "gun safety" is more effective

4. Why gun violence is a public health epidemic

5. Speaking out and understanding the potential personal cost

6. Dealing with feeling discouraged and the role of self-care

7. The mental health toll of gun violence and the importance of being a good listener

8. The development of Rock The Ride

9. Connecting with younger generations and audiences that may not be like-minded

Links

Twitter: @rocktheridegvp

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