There's a lot being said about the shootings today...

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but we cannot forget what is most important. President Obama so eloquently said in his address: While nothing can fill the space of a lost child or loved one, all of us can extend a hand to those in need to remind them that we are there for them, that we are praying for them, that the love they felt for those they lost endures not just in their memories but also in ours. I think what he said is so important. I live in a town bordering Newtown and this tragedy, especially because it stroke so close to home, is just so unbearable on so many different levels. This is a time when we need to come together despite differences. We need to offer support and care. On the other hand, we need to make changes. Too many tragedies are occurring and far too often. I am not going to say that I have the answer to all of this, as I don't believe anybody really does, but the only way to advance is to come together proactively. The time of sitting around should be in the past. There is so much more to be looked at than just gun control. School safety, mental health help/treatment/identification, and crisis control all need to be discussed here...so let's. what are your thoughts?