💨 Abstract

Former U.S. Carolyn McCarthy, a prominent advocate for gun control, passed away at 81. Her advocacy began after a 1993 mass shooting on a New York commuter train left her husband dead and her son severely wounded. McCarthy successfully ran for Congress in 1996 and became a leading voice for gun control legislation, though she faced significant opposition. She was known for her emotional pleas and advocacy following major gun violence incidents.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff