Gun Control & RKBA

sarisataka

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5. Yes

Sat May 1, 2021, 10:47 AM

May 2021

I believe however the focus is misdirected. There is too much attention paid towards the low support but big headline items such as bans. It wastes too much political capital for too little return.

I believe we should start with the low hanging fruit that has broad support such as universal background checks and red flag laws. They will also likely have a greater effect on reducing gun violence than the more controversial items. Get those past then look at additional measures.

Now a counter question. Do you support the position of the Gun Control Reform Activism group? It has been stated in some form in every election since 2014 such as this from 2016-

Don't vote party, vote gun violence. That's why Gabby Gifford's has endorsed two Republicans for senate. The two have consistently voted against the NRA and for her that's the most important issue for the short term.

Even if it is for only one or two election cycles, if the NRA's mythological omnipotence can be defeated and shown for being a mile deep and an inch wide it is worth it.

Please begin with a clear "Yes" or "No" before you explain your position in detail.

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Serious question to regular posters in this forum: Do you support the Democratic 2020 [View all] Atticus May 2021 OP

Yes. I've changed 180. Guns are now a public safety and publoc health issue. Its time to stand ... marble falls May 2021 #1

Not a regular poster, but for the record I agree. Doesn't go far enough, but... TreasonousBastard May 2021 #2

Didn't know snowybirdie May 2021 #3

Sounds like a purity test Hawker123 May 2021 #4

Wow that explains a lot! Nt USALiberal May 2021 #8

Yes sarisataka May 2021 #5

No. Atticus May 2021 #9

I too have no idea sarisataka May 2021 #15

This message was self-deleted by its author Atticus May 2021 #10

Yes RainCaster May 2021 #6

Semiautos are normally limioted to 5 rounds in the magazine when hunting big game. Dial H For Hero May 2021 #12

Thanks for gunsplaining it to us. nt AndyS May 2021 #20

The opprobrium of someone who urged DUers to vote for Republicans is to be cherished... friendly_iconoclast May 2021 #21

OT: What's up with that? discntnt_irny_srcsm May 2021 #22

Just a typo, I think- a word dropped after "Gifford's" friendly_iconoclast May 2021 #23

Facts are important. RotorHead May 2021 #38

Absolutely if they are germane to the topic. AndyS May 2021 #41

And how exactly was my post not germane to the topic? Dial H For Hero May 2021 #42

Well, since you are clearly ignorant on the topics of firearms AND hunting with them... RotorHead May 2021 #44

You don't seem to know much... RotorHead May 2021 #37

I use either M1Garand or a flintlock to hunt deer with oneshooter May 2021 #43

Been checking the CMP for a Winnie. yagotme May 2021 #45

Some of it yes, other parts no. Details below. discntnt_irny_srcsm May 2021 #7

Gotcha Bait Straw Man May 2021 #11

Ding ding ding! We have a winner! Dial H For Hero May 2021 #13

Message auto-removed Name removed May 2021 #16

Yes, keeping in mind this is our platform, not the final form legislation Hortensis May 2021 #14

Message auto-removed Name removed May 2021 #17

That's very nice, thanks, considering the hope for particularly informed debate. :) Hortensis May 2021 #18

I support Dems regardless of their position on gun control hack89 May 2021 #19

No The Mouth May 2021 #24

Sadly, you are very representative of those to whom my OP was intended. It is "not the business of Atticus May 2021 #25

Be as sad as you wish. The Mouth May 2021 #26

Your attitude seems to fit the definition of "anarchy". Do you identify as an anarchist? nt Atticus May 2021 #27

I vote Democrat. The Mouth May 2021 #28

Cool story, dude. I vote Democratic. nt Atticus May 2021 #29

Call it what you want, The Mouth May 2021 #30

Too late. (nt) Paladin May 2021 #32

Like I thought The Mouth May 2021 #33

You're a perfect fit for this group. Paladin May 2021 #34

I shall take it as one, thanks! The Mouth May 2021 #35

You didn't answer. I'll try again. I vote for Democratic candidates. I didn't vote for the platform. discntnt_irny_srcsm May 2021 #31

That position and concept is beyond the cognitive capacity The Mouth May 2021 #36

No. RotorHead May 2021 #39

Serious question: RotorHead May 2021 #40