Cook: Aware, awake and armed

David Cook

Earlier this month, Mayor Andy Berke proclaimed June 2014 as Gun Violence Awareness Month. As far as proclamations go, this one’s a jewel.

Whereas violence continues to be a devastating crisis throughout the nation …

Whereas the damage caused by violence is not limited to gender, race, sexual orientation or ethnicity …

Whereas it is imperative that there be a greater public awareness of this serious issue …

Whereas increased awareness and coordination among all stakeholders is critical to the prevent of violence, including gun violence …