One Pittsburgher’s Solution to Gun Violence
Gun violence in Pittsburgh continues to overwhelm the loved ones of victims and our city's officials. Mayor Ed Gainey wants to get guns off the streets, and mental health professionals want to address the violence at its core. Julius Boatwright is trying to create solutions by addressing mental wellness within the Black community through his organization, Steel Smiling.
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