The student walkout for gun control
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Students across the country will be participating in a walk-out today to show their solidarity with the survivors of the Stoneman Douglas School shooting who are advocating for stricter gun control laws. Today, we’ll hear some live reports on the ground from WHYY reporters who will be on the scene and speaking with local students to get their thoughts on the walk-out and U.S. gun laws.
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