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Originally Posted by Edward64
I don't agree with it all but I understand and support it if we really think it will make a difference and start a trend.
- Age 21 - good
- High capacity magazines - good
- Bump stocks - crazy that this isn't even done yet
- Universal background checks - good
- Database of gun buyers/owners - good
- Close loopholes - good
Ban assault weapons - not sure what this means, devil is in the details.
Other than for magazine capacity (which is already accounted for) is there really a difference from other semi-automatic rifles? Does it really just mean we can't have semi-automatic rifles that look "tacti-cool" or allow the hookup of flashights, scope etc.
TBH, a couple other things I can live with - Tax on guns and ammo to increase prices
- Longer wait periods (e.g. I can be in-and-out in 30 min with new AR-15). I can live with 60-90 days or longer TBH
- Required basic training and annual re-certification
- Proof there is some sort of gun safe/cabinet
- ... etc
I am encouraged by the students really taking a stand and hope it is sustained. I don't remember this happening in prior shootings, it was basically the parents. It gives me hope that the next generation will erode the NRA political influence and real change will come in next 20-30 years.
With that said, I might buy a couple more weapons now just in case ... |
I think the tax on guns and ammo is a good idea due to the amount of money guns cost citizens. Similar to why we should tax alcohol at high levels even if I enjoy a few drinks. Drunks take up a disproportionate amount of our police use.
As for the tacti-cool stuff, I don't really know what the function is of it for the general public. I guess I'd be OK with some people owning them, but I think you have to have some use in mind that's approved.
I'd also add that there should be more punishment for criminal activity involving guns. Those that use them in robberies for instance should be more harshly punished. Felons in possession should be harshly punished. Illegally carrying or storing them should face harsh punishment.
Right now the feds do almost nothing to stop illegal gun sales. That would help cut down on a lot of violent gang crime if they actually used their resources for that instead of worrying about what college coach is paying his basketball players.