Kimmy Hull observed a marked increase in inquiries regarding gun training after the recent elections, embodying a sense of urgency felt within marginalized communities. She reported, "There was over a hundred emails from people asking about our permit to carry classes... At least half of them are like, 'You know, we thought about getting a gun, you know, back during the uprising and everything.'" They now feel compelled to arm themselves due to rising threats and societal tensions.
Statistics reveal a troubling rise in anti-LGBTQ incidents, especially targeting trans individuals, which rose dramatically by over a hundred percent in just one year. Between June 2023 and 2024, GLAAD reported that hate incidents against LGBTQ individuals exceeded 1,100, sharply underscoring the urgency for community safety measures. This creates not only a need for physical protection but also a significant emotional toll on affected individuals.
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