RAW (adjective) In Shift, exerted an unexpectedly raw and emotional force on the State Legislature

 

In Shift, Texas House Advances Bill to Raise Age to Buy Assault Weapons

The mass shooting in Allen, Texas, has exerted an unexpectedly raw and emotional force on the State Legislature.

a raw emotion or quality is strong and natural, but not controlled or developed. raw anger/bitterness/excitement.

RAW (adjective) definition and synonyms - Macmillan Dictionary