America, we need to stand for stricter gun control laws. Throughout the country, innocent lives have been taken due to shootings. Charleston, South Carolina is one example where nine church members lost their lives to Dylan Roof. This man was able to purchase his gun because of a clerical error. This shooting happened in 2015 and tells us that mistakes like these are still happening. Since gun laws aren't thorough enough, many more guns will be placed in the wrong hands.   

     On June 12, 2016 in a nightclub named Pulse, there were 49 dead and 53 injured. Omar Mateen killed and injured gay men and women in Orlando. One mother stated, "I'm so sad, I'm just waiting for my visa so I can bring back the body of my son." Her son was Ararena-Montero, a victim from that night. Can you imagine having to go to another country in order to bury your son?

     In my speech, I had followed Zinsser's advice. I had made sure that there wasn't sexism presented. I did this by referring to people as "us." I had also included active verbs. For example the phrase, "We need to stand for stricter gun control laws," was an active phrase that emphasized the need for us to stand against the usage of guns. I had made sure there wasn't contradictions within the speech. I had made my stance clear and to the point.