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What was the original name of Giffords?

  • Americans for Gun Safety

  • Americans for Responsible Solutions

  • Kelly Foundation for Change

  • Citizens for Responsible Gun Ownership

Answer

Giffords, formerly known as Americans for Responsible Solutions, is an American political organization that advocates for gun control. It was founded in 2013 by former U.S. Representative Gabby Giffords and her husband, former astronaut Mark Kelly, in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. The organization's mission is to "reduce gun violence and promote responsible gun ownership" through a variety of initiatives, including lobbying, litigation, and grassroots organizing.
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