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Dear Mr. Crudos: Thanks for contacting me regarding efforts to curb gun violence in the U.S. and your support for the 2nd Amendment. I appreciate hearing your views on this important issue. Recent events, particularly the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut, have refocused attention on measures to stop these mass killings and also to address gun violence generally. There is no simple answer, and I believe we need to take a broad perspective as to what motivates those who commit these acts as we consider how to stop them. For instance, many of these mass shootings seem to be perpetrated by isolated young men, so we need to look at how we can identify and provide the needed help to address their issues. While there should be a national discussion on efforts to curb gun violence and stop these horrific killings, I remain strong in my commitment to protect and preserve rights guaranteed under the 2nd Amendment. Rights of law-abiding citizens should not be undermined as part of an effort to keep guns away from criminals and others who should not have them, such as those with mental health issues. I also question whether some of the proposals put forward would have been at all effective in stopping an Aurora or Sandy Hook from occurring. And it is questionable how effective more gun laws would be in controlling gun-related crimes, as many of these criminals already are flouting gun laws now. As we face these difficult issues, I will continue to support sensible solutions to our nation's crime problems but will remain steadfast in my support of our 2nd Amendment rights under the Constitution. Please continue to contact me on issues of concern. Sincerely,Thomas E. PetriMember of Congress
...I say we make the legal age to own a gun 25.
Quote from: Kentactic on February 28, 2013, 05:13:03 PM...I say we make the legal age to own a gun 25.[img]http://www.arrse.co.uk/atWhat a brilliant idea. So that way, those under 25 who are willing to break the law will still have guns. F'n brilliant I tell ya'.
sorry but I am confused...What is his position?
Were about 2 clicks away from it being ok to say white people are the problem in this country.
Quote from: Kentactic on February 28, 2013, 06:26:09 PMWere about 2 clicks away from it being ok to say white people are the problem in this country.Away? What rock have you been living under? We're two clicks away from people being told to do something about it.
Dear Concerned Citizen: Thank you for contacting me regarding enactment of a state law banning the enforcement of any federal law related to limits on semi-automatic weapons and high capacity magazines. I appreciate your thoughts on this important issue. As Governor, I signed into law a conceal and carry law making Wisconsin the 49th state in the nation to allow for concealed carry. I also signed into law protections for homeowners who are responsibly protecting their families from assault. As Governor, I take public safety and the protection of Second Amendment rights seriously. Under the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution, state laws do not take precedence over federal laws. Therefore, states enacting laws to prohibit the enforcement of a federal law or calling for the arrest of individuals attempting to enforce federal law are passing laws likely to be struck down in court. There are federal laws I do not agree with just as I imagine there are state laws with which federally elected officials do not agree. However, as an elected official in the United States of America, I am confined to the Constitution of the state and nation as to what powers and limitations my office holds. Again, thank you for contacting me. Sincerely,Governor Scott Walker
