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Gun Owners Should Support Background Checks
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Bruce W. Krafft
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"I'm a hunter and gun owner. I support the Second Amendment. For many Americans, myself included, guns are part of our culture and our upbringing. Congress cannot ignore this fact in its efforts to curb gun violence."
"I’m also the father of two first responders and a grandfather who believes that we need smart gun laws that help keep American families safe."
"To that end, the priority of Congress should be straightforward: Keep guns away from criminals, domestic abusers and the dangerously mentally ill while protecting the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens. The best way to do this is by expanding criminal background checks." ... |
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Uncommon1
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| Another politician creating mischief. We should have background checks for people running for public office. We might have avoided a whole lot of agony for the last 6 years. |
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