The number of mass shootings in 2012 has led many lawmakers to consider further gun control reform. One option would be to reinstate the Federal Assault Weapons Ban, which would make it illegal to manufacture assault weapons for civilian use. New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg is also suggesting required background checks for every gun sold, stronger enforcement of straw sales (discouraging people to buy firearms for somebody who is not allowed to possess one), and a requirement for states to enter criminal and mental health records into the federal background check system.
In the wake of the Newtown shooting, Vice President Joe Biden has been tasked with reforming gun control laws. The country will likely see change in 2013, but the extent
Gun control is a controversial issue for a long time around the world, particularly in U.S. because of a lots of mass shooting in school and public places. The second Amendment of the U.S. constitution is one of the shortest in all of the bill of right, it was written by the time period of American’s birth and it is the spirit of self-defense that help the new citizens of U.S. win their own freedom from the British. But now as the gun shooting problem happening every day in America, this gun control problem has gradually become to a hot issue. Compare to other countries like Britain, Canada, Japan, China, the difference between U.S. and those countries is in these countries to get a firearm is a very difficult thing
People who appreciate activities like shooting competitions and hunting, use firearms responsibly. This use contrasts with other uses, which often result in consequences that can be both intended and unintended. With past and present mass shootings, and acts of bloodshed perpetrated with the usage of weapons; has triggered a focus on gun control that once again has been brought into the spotlight. The purpose of the ongoing gun argument addresses the crimes that are committed with guns. This issue of gun control separated people into two groups: those who believe that carrying guns might prevent some crimes and fatalities, and those who don’t. There are individuals who believe absolutely the reverse: that more crime and deaths
The Gun Owners of America, Inc. is an amici group that is a public, non-profit. The organization that was founded by senator H.L Bill Richardson in order to preserve and defend the 2nd Amendment rights the group is now ran by a nationwide network of attorneys. This is a gun right organization with the mission being to preserve the rights of people to bear arms.
Next, part of the reason gun control was so prominent in the 2016 presidential election and campaign. It seems that (former) President Barack Obama (in office 2008-2016) has suddenly shown his true colors as a gun control-supporting Democrat. Back in 2008, when he was campaigning for his first term in office as president, he blew off gun control, saying that his opinions on gun control were not “an excuse not to vote for me [Obama],” and he did not put much emphasis on them; the only notable thing that was said on the matter was a call for “common sense reforms” (1). These reforms are believed to mainly push background checks, as it is considered “common sense” to ensure that one’s criminal record and mental health are in order before he/she
For my research paper i will be writing and telling you about gun control. I will also be discussing three main points, which are how we use guns for self defense/protection, gun ownership, and also the wrongs and rights. I think it is wrong for them to try to take our guns, if they do people might riot and we lose our protection, what do you think?
In today’s news there are many situations that occur containing bias information and opinions. Situations are often reported by the news in a negative or positive manner either to make a certain situation seem awful or make a situation seem exceptional. Most people do not realize how the news manipulates many situations to favor someone or something. Recently a shooting happened in San Bernardino killing 14 people. FBI are investigating if the event was just a random act of violence or if the attack came from a terrorist group called Isis. Isis is a terrorist group involved in many attacks on the United States. Isis has already attacked other countries as well, like France and Belgium. The San Bernardino shooting happened on December
The president of the United States, Barack Obama, is trying to add a stronger gun control law to the country to help prevent the amount of shootings around the world. This new law will establish a new direction on who is considered a licensed gun dealer. These dealers will have to conduct background checks on those that want to buy the guns. If more gun control laws were enacted, people would have a harder time trying to buy or obtain a gun which will result in a decrease in the amount of shootings around the world.
Mass shootings are increasing in the United States, and gun control advocates are seizing the opportunity to push anti-gun legislation to deter gun violence in America. Guns and the Second Amendment have come to the forefront of political rhetoric, leading to conflicting views between lawmakers on the future of gun legislation. Republican lawmakers are encouraging law abiding citizens to acquire firearms and to defend themselves against acts of violence by criminals. On the contrary, Democratic lawmakers believe the only way to slow gun violence in the United States is to remove guns from society. While certain politicians believe strict gun laws would protect the American people, the proposed policies would make our nation more vulnerable
“What is going on with gun control?” you may ask. Or even, “What does gun control even mean?” President Barack Obama wants to enforce stricter gun rules. “His proposals focus on new background check requirements that will enhance the effectiveness of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS), and greater education and enforcement efforts of existing laws at
Some Democratic and Republican leaders and followers are interested in a bi-partisan middle ground when it comes to gun control. President Obama proposed a “Common-sense gun safety reform”. This would include, businesses that are selling firearms must be licensed to do so, expanded background checks, and improve mental health outreach (Rienzi, 2016). A majority of Americans, including gun owners, support new gun restrictions (ProCon.org, 2016).
Power play key role in most of the conflicts, and one thing we need to be aware about power is that structural sources of privilege and disadvantage. Gun control is major political and social issue in the United States in recent days. It is important issue because many men, women and children have been killed in our country for no reason. The constitution allows people to own gun, which is structural source of power to fight for the right to own gun. On the other hand, people are frustrated because of mass murder, and killing in the modern society. Gun lobbying organizations tried to imposed their interest through the constitutional right of freedom to bear arm. But, constitution is not clear about to hold an military-style, semi-automatic
The Sandy Hook incident that took place in Newtown, Connecticut has caused a lot of people to rethink about the second amendment and even go on to alter it. A lot of people think that the availability of weapons for people is the reason for these shootings. It now appears that the cause that re started this entire episode which was the Sandy Hook incident will not be fixed by what the democrats are proposing as a solution will not be solved. It appears that the weapons Adam Lanza obtained from his shooting were actually his mother. Lanza's mother purchased the gun in accord with the Connecticut laws. It appears that the restrictive legislation that has been suggested for this state would still not reduce his access to them. Gun control basically refers to the various means of probation or restrictions on keeping weapons with a person. These restrictions look over not only the possession of firearms, but on the transport and use of them.
More gun control might lead to fewer suicides by gun. Between 1999 and 2013 there were 270,273 firearm suicides in the United States, accounting for 52% of all suicides in those years. Firearm related suicides accounted for 61% of gun deaths in the U.S.A. between 2000 and 2010. Gun control might lead to fewer gun deaths, but it will not lead to fewer suicides. As my father says, “If someone is so mentally deranged that they think taking their lives is the best solution to their problems, they will commit with anyway possible”
Frates, Chris. “The Gun Debate Isn’t Over Yet.” National Journal (2013): Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center. Web. 31 Oct. 2013.
I'm furious right now. It really hurts me to know that I am living in a country that within it holds a militarized police force that murders innocent people because of racially charged decisions. Why the hell are the right wing conservatives that advocate for gun rights so strongly remaining silent when it comes to two black men being murdered for acting out their rights as American citizens and legally carrying a weapon. Why are our sworn protectors so quick to take the life of another human being because of a false assumption that is racially biased? In these two cases does the 2nd Amendment simply not apply to black citizens? What excuse do you have now, white America? What did they do to deserve this. To be shot right in front of his daughter.