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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 don't 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 ... |
In all honesty this post amazes me after the previous few pages, in a good way I hasten to add (other than the last sentence!).
As an outsider looking in, am I wrong in thinking this level of legislation is actually way beyond what is realistically expected by the gun control lobby?
I know it’s only one person’s voice, but they are all sensible measures that I thought NRA folk and gun owners in general would never accept? If this is the “hold your line” position, there has to be a good degree of common ground here?