Danforth shooting target of criticism, March 9

I would like to respond to this article with my complete support of Dr. Najma Ahmed of St. Michael’s Hospital.

It is incumbent upon those who witness first hand the devastation of gun violence to speak up and advocate for stricter gun laws.

I would suggest that perhaps if Rod Giltaca or any member of the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights were to be observe emergency surgery for a victim of gun violence, or, better still, have to be the person to tell family members of the passing of a loved one due to same, that he may rethink things.

One person’s “rights” end where another’s begin and we all have a right to safe, regulated societies. Have we learned nothing from what is going on south of the border?

To suggest that Dr. Ahmed “stay in her lane” is both short-sighted and insulting.

It is my hope that this doctor will be applauded for advocating for her patients and a more peaceful society at large in a time where violence of all types is rampant.