You can stop NRA propaganda about the Arms Trade Treaty

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Dear Tracy,

In just two months world leaders will negotiate and -- we hope -- adopt an Arms Trade Treaty, which would stem the flow of weapons to war criminals, dictators and other human rights abusers.

In an attempt to undermine the treaty, NRA officials are spreading lies and misinformation. They claim that the treaty would infringe on Second Amendment rights in the U.S. when in fact, it will have no bearing on domestic gun ownership.

Help Amnesty stand up to this propaganda. Donate today to support our efforts to protect human rights and ensure the UN adopts a strong arms trade treaty.

While our nation grapples with the consequences of gun violence, Amnesty is reaffirming our commitment to lead the charge for a global solution to human rights abuses facilitated by the unregulated international arms trade.

Children everywhere are affected by gun violence. Right now, there are tens of thousands of child soldiers who are often armed with weapons irresponsibly traded by governments and private corporations. Children are also among the 26 million people who have been displaced by armed conflict fueled by guns.

Amnesty has spent the last decade campaigning to stop irresponsible transfers of guns and ammunition across borders that result in hundreds of thousands of deaths each year. Will you help us keep up the pressure? Donate now.

Despite being the largest exporter of small arms and conventional weapons, the U.S. has not been a leader in the effort to establish this treaty, in large part due to pressure from NRA lobbyists.

For the next two months, we are launching a large-scale campaign to stand up to the NRA leadership's efforts to derail the Arms Trade Treaty, educate the public about the deadly effects of irresponsible arms transfers and urge policymakers to adopt this historic treaty. Please stand with us at this crucial time.

I'm so grateful for all you do to support human rights.

Michelle Ringuette
Chief of Campaigns & Programs
Amnesty International USA