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Gun Control Reform Activism

Hoyt

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8. I agree. In meantime, churches, bars, etc., need to send message that guns aren't acceptable.

Reply to CTyankee (Reply #7)

Sun May 4, 2014, 07:55 AM

May 2014

I think the fastest way to stem the proliferation is to make guns like cigarettes, swastikas, etc. Then, passing gun laws will be easier.

Jimmy Carter's grandson is running for Governor in GA. He supports the gun law for expediency. That is sad.

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Framing the danger of guns as a public health risk will change the debate over gun control [View all] SecularMotion May 2014 OP

I hope this works. I have been arguing the public safety issue about guns for many years. CTyankee May 2014 #1

Considering the force of the anti-vaxers... TreasonousBastard May 2014 #2

Until we, as Liberal Democrats, can billh58 May 2014 #3

As long as we have a U.S Senate where Wyoming has the same CTyankee May 2014 #6

I'm looking forward to responsible gun owners ... GeorgeGist May 2014 #4

It is gratifying to see a number of Georgia churches telling the right/white wing gun nuts Hoyt May 2014 #5

See my post #6. CTyankee May 2014 #7

I agree. In meantime, churches, bars, etc., need to send message that guns aren't acceptable. Hoyt May 2014 #8

I hope to hell Carter evolves, if he becomes governor. CTyankee May 2014 #9

Good point. I'll try to remember to use MADD in future gun rants. Hoyt May 2014 #10