Here’s How Thoughts And Prayers Actually Make America Safer
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Here’s How Thoughts And Prayers Can Actually Make America Safer Without Relying On The Federal Government

Here's what happens when a country prioritizes prayer first and foremost.

 Byron Kittle
Aug 05, 2019
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Here’s How Thoughts And Prayers Can Actually Make America Safer Without Relying On The Federal Government
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They don't.

If you want to address issues like America's mass shooting epidemic or annual 20,000+ gun-related suicides, thoughts and prayers won't work.

Register to vote and check or change registration.

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