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
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.
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.
The below message from President MacNamara was sent today to League Leaders nationwide: