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LA high school senior fights gun violence
After the mass school shooting in Florida, many young people are taking action against guns. We talk about the growing protest movement with an 18-year-old activist in LA.
By Madeleine Brand • • 48m ListenHigh school senior Marco Vargas is pushing to reduce gun violence. Photo courtesy of Vargas.
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