X González
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X González (born Emma González; November 11, 1999) is an American activist and advocate for gun control.[4][5][6] In 2018, they survived the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting,[7] the deadliest high school shooting in U.S. history, and, in response, co-founded the gun-control advocacy group Never Again MSD.[8]
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Born | Emma González (1999-11-11) November 11, 1999 (age 24)[1] Florida, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Education | Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School New College of Florida (BA)[2][3] |
Occupation | Activist |
Years active | 2018–present |
González gave a viral speech against gun violence, proclaiming "We call B.S." on the lack of action by politicians funded by the NRA.[9] Subsequently, González continued to be an outspoken activist on gun control, making high-profile media appearances and helping organize the March for Our Lives. Speaking at the demonstration, González led a moment of silence for the victims of the massacre; they stood on stage for six minutes, which they observed was the length of the shooting spree itself.
González was included in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2018.[10]