Senate Fails to Pass Key Gun Control Amendment
“Ultimately, political fears and outrageous claims won out over common sense," said Elisabeth MacNamara, League President.
“Ultimately, political fears and outrageous claims won out over common sense," said Elisabeth MacNamara, League President.
Editiorial Note: This blog post is written by Cheryl Dunson, President, LWV Connecticut
The League sent a letter to members of the U.S. House urging them to pass common sense solutions to the gun violence plaguing our nation.
America faces an epidemic of gun related violence. Approximately 268 people are shot every single day.
It’s time to stop the violence. Legislation with common sense solutions to gun violence will protect our children, our citizens and help restore our public confidence. Tell the Senate to move forward with common sense gun legislation.
On February 21, the League sent the attached letter to the U.S. Senate in favor of common sense solutions to the gun violence plaguing our nation.
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February 21, 2013
To: Members of the U.S. Senate
From: Elisabeth MacNamara, President
Re: Reducing Gun Violence
In last night’s State of the Union (SOTU) address, President Obama addressed many crucial issues affecting our country. His remarks touched on some of the League’s priority issues including voting rights, climate change, immigration and gun violence.
LWVUS submitted a statement to the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee's subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Human Rights on February 12, 2013.
Next Tuesday, February 12th, President Obama will deliver his annual State of the Union (SOTU) address, which will outline his key priorities for the year and second term in office. The League will be eagerly tuning in to learn more about how the President plans to tackle our top issues, including money in politics, election reform, climate change, gun safety, and immigration.
Today’s announcement from President Obama that his administration will seek common sense solutions to the gun violence that plagues our nation is truly good news for all Americans.
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