I saw this while reviewing the news this morning. A bill proposed in Missouri is designed to make buying a gun "as difficult as getting an abortion", which is apparently difficult to do in MO. I don't think this bill has a chance to pass, but it's interesting to see how many different ways these folks will try to attack constitutionally protected rights.
Here are some key points in the bill:
I get what she's trying to do, but let's be fair here - intentionally taking a life by abortion versus buying a gun to protect life is hardly a rational comparison. Maybe we need to rather increase the requirements for anyone to run for office.
Original article: http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/polit...-as-getting-an-abortion/ar-AAg0LmY?li=BBnb7Kz
Here are some key points in the bill:
- Buyers must review alternatives to purchasing a firearm (including peaceful and nonviolent conflict resolution) and medical risks associated with firearms (including photographs of fatal firearm injuries) with the dealer, orally and in writing.
- At least 72 hours before attempting to buy a gun, prospective gun owners must meet with a licensed physician to discuss the risks of gun ownership, and obtain a written notice from the doctor.
- The gun must be purchased from a licensed gun dealer located at least 120 miles (193 kilometers) from the purchaser's legal residence. (That's the average distance women must travel in Missouri to obtain an abortion).
- Buyers must watch a half-hour video about fatal firearm injuries.
- Buyers must meet with two local faith leaders who have officiated (within the past year) a funeral for a young (under 18) gun violence victim, and with two families who have been victims of gun violence.
- On a weekend between 10 pm and 6 am, when gun violence victims are present, buyers must tour an emergency trauma center at the nearest qualified urban hospital, and get written verification from a doctor.
I get what she's trying to do, but let's be fair here - intentionally taking a life by abortion versus buying a gun to protect life is hardly a rational comparison. Maybe we need to rather increase the requirements for anyone to run for office.
Original article: http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/polit...-as-getting-an-abortion/ar-AAg0LmY?li=BBnb7Kz