I didn’t send my daughter to school yesterday.

{NAME}. I was born in Buffalo, New York. Last week there was a mass shooting at the local Tops. A store I’ve been in 100 times! Yesterday, 19 sweet, innocent, small children had their lives stolen in a Texas mass shooting. Yesterday, I drove my daughter to school just to turn around and drive her all the way home. {NAME}. I was born in Buffalo, New York. Last week there was a mass shooting at the local Tops. A store I’ve been in 100 times! Two days ago, 19 sweet, innocent, small children had their lives stolen in a Texas mass shooting. Yesterday, I drove my daughter to school just to turn around and drive her all the way home. I know I’m not alone. I know every single parent struggled at carpool this morning. I know not every parent has the privilege to drive their child home or take them to work for the day. But I also know that our voices are all that we have. “I decided it is better to scream. Silence is the real crime against humanity.” ― Nadezhda Mandelstam, Hope Against Hope I don’t believe I’m in the minority here. I believe there are thousands of us who feel the gut-wrenching feeling that I do today. We should be better! If you have a story like mine, I need your help. [Sign on to stand up for children]( To every mother, father, grandparent, nanny, childcare provider, or human. If you’re heartbroken like I am, [sign on and stand with me.]( And, if you have a story, there’s a spot for that too… [SIGN ON]( Alicia Speedy Mom of 3 & Campaign Finance Director *️⃣ DIRECT AID FOR VICTIMS *️⃣ GoFundMe has established an [online hub of verified fundraisers supporting victims and loved ones affected by the shooting.]( Their link includes a fundraiser organized by VictimsFirst that provides victims' family members with no-strings-attached cash payments. The City of Uvalde is [seeking donations for medical expenses.]( The Uvalde community is seeking volunteer legal services. Reach out to volunteer at [UvaldeResponse@sa-lsa.org.](mailto:UvaldeResponse@sa-lsa.org.?subject=Uvalde%20Legal%20Assistance%20) Follow Wiley Online: Paid for by Wiley Nickel for Congress Wiley Nickel for Congress PO Box 563 Raleigh, NC 27602 United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please [unsubscribe](.