Everyone should read about the damage caused by AR-15 style weapons

On Thursday, the front page of The Washington Post website featured the most graphic, disturbing article I have ever read. It is a story every American should read.

“Terror on Repeat” is a collection of photos, videos and personal accounts, many previously unpublished, collected by journalists and documenting the devastation caused by mass shootings involving AR-15-style weapons in America. It is a part of a larger series examining the weapon and its impact on our country.

Be forewarned, the editorial note that proceeds the article and cautions “extremely disturbing” and “upsetting” content does not — cannot — adequately prepare anyone for what follows. It is a lengthy article full of chilling videos, horrific pictures and heartrending quotations. 

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