Carbondale, Ill. – Ray Lenzi, the Democratic candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 12th Congressional District, has been recognized for his efforts to end gun violence in America.

Mom’s Demand Action has awarded Lenzi with its “2020 Gun Sense Candidate” distinction.

“I want to thank Mom’s Demand Action for this honor,” said Lenzi, “It represents a recognition that solid leadership is needed to create meaningful policy that would lead to increased gun safety and gun violence prevention.”

In an email announcing the designation, Mom’s Demand Action thanked Lenzi for advocating for gun violence protection and making a commitment to govern with gun safety in mind.

“On average, more than 100 Americans are shot and killed every day,” Lenzi noted. “This issue affects every community: 58 percent of American adults, or someone they care for, have experienced gun violence in their lifetime. That’s why this issued must be addressed.”

Mom’s Demand Action is part of Everytown for Gun Safety and is the nation’s largest grassroots volunteer network working to end gun violence. With nearly six million supporters and volunteer chapters in every state, Moms Demand Action campaigns for new and stronger solutions to lax gun laws and loopholes that jeopardize the safety of all Americans.