Political Quotes

Dick Durbin: It's the leading cause of death, gun violence, the leading cause of death of young people under the age of 21 in…

On the recordApril 22, 2023
It's the leading cause of death, gun violence, the leading cause of death of young people under the age of 21 in America.
Said by
Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin highlights the severity of gun violence as a public health issue.

Share

More from Dick Durbin

Aug 26, 2026

Together, you’ve created a space where residents can access pediatric care, behavioral health services, housing and employment support, and much more.

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 26, 2026

Yesterday’s Supreme Court order is a temporary procedural win for President Trump as he attempts to pursue these lawless goals—but it doesn’t change the reality that the Constitution empowers states to run our elections, and the rule of…

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 24, 2026

The highest court in the land shouldn’t have the lowest ethical standards. Public trust in the Supreme Court remains near historic lows, and every story of a luxury gift or questionable failure to recuse contributes to it. The American…

murphy.senate.gov
Aug 21, 2026

In the coming weeks, we remain committed to supporting our union members during this transition and working with Tyson to ensure that they have access to resources that support their return to work.

durbin.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation