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Mr. Obama on Wednesday sought to counter NRA pressure on lawmakers by warning that "there will be pundits and politicians and special interest lobbyists publicly warning of a tyrannical, all-out assault on liberty -- not because that's true, but because they want to gin up fear or higher ratings or revenue for themselves." He said his plan would fail unless the American people "demand" action from lawmakers, and noted that Ronald Reagan backed an assault weapons ban. But that appeal won't change the minds of most lawmakers, some of whom (including Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla.) are already pointing out that an assault weapons ban would not have impacted the weapon used in the Newtown tragedy. (A ban on high-capacity magazines would have made the 30-round magazines that police say were used in the shooting illegal, however, and assault weapons were used in other recent mass shootings.) Indications out of Congress are that the assault weapons ban faces the longest odds; a ban on high capacity magazines seems to have a slightly better chance at passage, particularly if combined with the improved mental health screenings being pushed by many Republicans. The best odds appear to be for passage of a requirement for universal background checks, which a new CBS News/New York Times survey found is supported by 92 percent of Americans, including 85 percent of NRA households. But the battle will be fierce: During Mr. Obama's gun control event on Wednesday, Twitter lit up with calls for the president to be impeached. That response follows a statement two days earlier from Rep. Steve Stockman, R-Texas, who threatened to file articles of impeachment if the president tries to circumvent Congress on gun control. Dennis Ross, the Republican congressman from Florida, seemed to sum up the prevailing attitude within his caucus before leaving for the GOP retreat on Wednesday. "I think there's an appetite for a discussion, but I doubt there will be much in terms of changes," he told CBS News. CBS News' Jill Jackson contributed to this report. |
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Mike said on Thursday, Jan 24 at 2:20 PM
@Adamant Mother, the debate isn't about whether or not anyone "needs" assault weapons, it's about your right as an American. After people put their emotions aside they will make educated decisions. There are things I don't think belong in civilized society either, nuclear weapons, pit bulls, Satanism, but just because I don't agree doesn't mean it should be banned, it's our right as Americans to own/do these things and when talking about weapons, it's covered by the Constitution! Shootings are tragic but cars and alcohol kill more people and they aren’t covered by the Constitution so by your logic should we ban them? I don’t know what an assault weapon is. I have a shotgun at home with a pistol grip for security but with the law trying to be passed it would be deemed an assault weapon and illegal for future purchase. It holds 4 rounds, are lawmakers and supporters really looking at this or just shooting from the hip (pun intended). Remove the emotion, prosecute the criminals and provid
112102831Mike said on Thursday, Jan 24 at 2:16 PM
Adamant Mother, the debate isn't about whether or not anyone "needs" assault weapons, it's about your right as an American to own one. After people like you put their emotions aside they will be able to make educated decisions. There are things I don't think belong in civilized society either, nuclear weapons, pit bulls, the electric chair, people who don’t shower, Satanism, but just because I don't agree with it doesn't mean it should be banned, it's people's right as American citizens to own/do these things and when talking about weapons, it's even covered by the Constitution! Shootings are tragic but cars and alcohol kill more people and they aren’t covered by the Constitution so by your logic should we ban them? I still don’t know what an “assault weapon” is. I have a shotgun at home with a pistol grip for home security but with the current law trying to be passed it would be deemed an assault weapon and therefore illegal for future purchase. It only holds 4 rounds, are the lawmak
112102552Daniel said on Sunday, Jan 20 at 9:43 PM
President Barack Obama could not pass a background check if he was applying for a gun permit or a job. Why has this man been allowed to remain in office or take the oath for a second time? During the 2008 campaign, it was known that: •His official, long form birth records were SEALED. •His Occidental College records were SEALED. •His Columbia College records were SEALED. •His Harvard College records were SEALED. •His College thesis – SEALED. •His Harvard Law Review articles – SEALED. •His Indonesian adoption records – SEALED. •His passport file – SEALED. •His medical records – Unavailable •His baptism records – Unavailable •His papers from his service in the Illinois legislature – Unavailable •His Illinois State Bar Association records – Unavailable The birth certificate that the White House released is reputed by document experts to be false. The Social Security number he has used was issued to someone else. He could not pass an E-Verify test.
111805921Anonymous said on Sunday, Jan 20 at 9:42 PM
It worked for Hitler, nothing bad happened in Germany when he did it..... What would an overbearing illigitimate regime do with an unarmed country?? Ask the Jews.... It was great for them I hear. People should read about the Rise & Fall of the Third Reich before the march with obama. They're identical in every way. Do the research.
111805902So when said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 11:49 PM
Is KTVA going to do a gun story that matters? Oh wait, never, they have KTUU hand me down running it now.
111599092Just a Guess said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 11:44 PM
I'm going to guess that "Adamant Mother" (Except spelled right) has no clue what a shot gun full of buckshot can do. Or that it knows how many rounds an automatic or semi automatic shotgun can hold, or how fast one can be reloaded. But from the uneducated rant it is easy to know where "Adament Mother" (spelled wrong from public education and brain washing} got it's ideas. But that is the problem with letting liberals into Alaska for so long. They are ruining the state. Time to stand up and be silent no more.
111598961Mommy said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 11:26 PM
Mother you should think before you post and stop watching MSN. But good luck with your feeble minded tirade. It is directed in the wrong direction. Educate yourself, then come back and try to post as a thoughtful adult. DO I think 30 round clips are nuts, sure, do I think I could pack 20 10 round clips, or 40 5 rounds clips and swap them fast, sure. Do I think you have no clue, sure. Are the democrats a responsible party or the media. Nope. But you just keep thinking as you do. Keeps everyone else safer.
111598281Define said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 11:17 PM
Mother define assault weapon. A baseball bat can be an assault weapon so can a knife, a car, or the media. According to the Democrats, showing an ID card to vote disenfranchises minorities and elderly and natives. Also the Obama administration is responsible for thousands of deaths in Mexico for his gun running scheme, he is a criminal? Or are you being selective in your rant? Also you know the gun show follow state laws right? or you are you regurgitating what you have been spoon fed. Ex in Cal, 10 day waiting and check, so people at Cal gun shows have to wait 10 days and be checked. Another issue with all this flap. The mil has problems with people going to see mental health "specialists" because of the stigma attached. The mil has been trying to do away with the stigma to try and get more people to get help. So how does the lib agenda help this? It doesn't, In my opinion, mil folks will avoid help so that they will not end up on a list. Your false anger is wasted on the wrong group.
111598031Adament Mother said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 10:37 PM
Assault weapons were developed FOR MILITARY TO HUNT HUMANS! There is NO place for them. in civil society. No one needs an assault weapon to protect their property ..shot gun anyone? You'll get the bad Guy! Banning assault weapons DOES NOT violate 2nd Ammend ment Rights! Shot guns are effective enough for defense. If u want to use assault weapons....please go joinour military! Background checks!! YES!! I am appalled that ANY gun is sold without the background check! Criminal negligence for allowing no accountability. So far there are ZERO evidence that legalizing assault weapons has been POSITIVE! Only TRAGEDY has resulted. I have a serious doubt of the trustworthy-ness of anyone who buys at a gun show WITHOUT a background check. Legal or not, this practice points to people with suspect motives. Shame on the vendors for allowing the sale of assault weapons at gun shows! NO ONE NEEDS ASSAULT WEAPONS...except the next criminal! 'Like' is not 'need' an assault weapon.
111596931cooljulie said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 6:53 PM
Not only that (DEA failure), what about the f*ed up govt operations that sent so many guns to Mexico and other places? They aren't exactly the role model for gun control!
111587041Anonymous said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 6:19 PM
Let's throw billions of dollars at gun control and see if it gets any further than the billions thrown at drug enforcement! All this accomplishes is causing everyone to load up on guns and ammo before the laws (possibly) change. If and when the laws do change, everyone will be armed to the teeth already! Anchorage is full of felons who have Ak's, AR's and handguns in their possession. What exactly is going to change THAT? Criminals ignore the law, and the rest of us are starting to come around to that way of thinking too!
111585101Anonymous said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 4:03 PM
We need leadership, a path forward, and a loosening of our freedoms. This guy is more concerned with giving us drugs and GMO's so that his lawyer buddies can sue on our behalf... Pretty much sums this guy up...
111576641freedom fighter said on Thursday, Jan 17 at 4:00 PM
barack hussein obama - enemy of real freedom loving americans!!
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