Gun violence is a devastating public health crisis, claiming over 120 lives every single day in the United States. Behind each statistic is a story—a mother, father, child, or friend whose life was cut short by preventable violence. Yet, instead of taking action, many politicians offer nothing more than thoughts and prayers, while the epidemic worsens.
Gay Valimont, a mother and dedicated gun violence prevention activist, refuses to stand by idly. With years of grassroots advocacy and leadership under her belt, Gay is running for Congress in Florida’s 1st District to bring real, meaningful change to a community and a nation in desperate need of it.
A Proven Advocate for Public Safety
Gay’s commitment to reducing gun violence is deeply personal. After the tragic Sandy Hook School shooting in 2012, she felt compelled to act. Joining Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Gay quickly rose to become the Florida State Lead, expanding the organization’s reach by over 400% and building a statewide coalition of volunteers committed to safer communities. Her leadership has helped pass common-sense gun safety measures in Florida and across the nation.
Now, Gay is ready to take her fight to Congress, where she will champion policies designed to save lives and prevent senseless tragedies.
A Bold Plan for Gun Violence Prevention
Gay Valimont understands that reducing gun violence requires a comprehensive, evidence-based approach. Her platform includes:
• Universal Background Checks: Closing dangerous loopholes that allow private and online gun sales without proper background checks. This critical measure would prevent guns from falling into the hands of terrorists, domestic abusers, and violent criminals.
• Strengthening Red Flag Laws: Expanding Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) to empower family members and law enforcement to intervene when someone poses a risk to themselves or others. These laws have been proven to prevent tragedies, including mass shootings and suicides.
• Enforcing the Safer Communities Act: Ensuring provisions like closing the “boyfriend loophole”—which currently allows abusive dating partners to retain firearms—are fully implemented and upheld.
• Investing in Community-Based Violence Prevention Programs: Supporting evidence-based initiatives to address the root causes of gun violence and create safer neighborhoods.
A Clear Contrast to Matt Gaetz
Under Matt Gaetz’s tenure, Florida’s 1st District has been represented by a politician who has consistently prioritized NRA talking points over public safety. Gaetz has opposed every common-sense gun safety measure, even as gun violence continues to devastate families and communities across the district.
Gay Valimont offers a sharp contrast. She is not beholden to gun lobbyists or extremist rhetoric; she is driven by a genuine commitment to save lives. Her record as a grassroots leader and her willingness to fight for evidence-based solutions prove that she is the leader Florida’s 1st District needs.
Why Your Support Matters
Gay Valimont is up against one of the most entrenched opponents of gun safety in Congress, and she cannot win this fight alone. Her campaign represents the chance to send a powerful message: that our lives, and the lives of our children, are more important than the profits of gun manufacturers.
By donating to Gay Valimont’s campaign, you are helping to elect a representative who will prioritize action over empty rhetoric. Gay understands that reducing gun violence is not a partisan issue—it is a moral imperative.
The stakes are high, but the opportunity for change is within reach. Together, we can break the cycle of inaction and ensure that no more families have to endure the pain of losing a loved one to preventable gun violence.
Donate today to support Gay Valimont’s fight for safer communities and a brighter future for Florida’s 1st District. With your help, we can turn the tide on gun violence and save countless lives.