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Politics encompass so much of our day to day lives no matter where or how you live. Growing up in South Texas with a very republican family has definitely shaped and influenced my views somewhat when it comes to politics. Because of our democratic government system, it is important to become educated and participate in … Read more
In Control or Out of Control There is nothing scarier and threatening than a patriotic American with a shotgun. Since the constitution was created, it gave Americans the right to bare arms. However, many gun users are misusing weapons in an inappropriate manner and taking advantage of it for something really threatening for the population. … Read more
Do stricter gun laws ensure the safety of Americans? Throughout America an ongoing argument is on if stricter gun laws should be developed in order to attempt and deter gun violence. America does not need stricter gun laws because more laws do not mean there will be less violence, gun control laws deny people a … Read more
Gun control has been a much-debated topic since the Second Amendment was ratified in 1791. In the Constitution it states: “A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed” (Murphy, p. 1656). Although we have a split opinion … Read more
Gun Control Legislation: Background Checks and Public Policy. Gun control legislation is a very controversial topic and one that has taken a lot of attention in both academic and public policy circles here in the United States for the past 20 or 30 years. One of the most powerful tools which people have discovered for … Read more
The first mass shooting was in Austin, Texas in 1966 by Charles Whitman at the University of Texas. He snipped fourteen people and wounded thirty-two others in less than ninety minutes. Students used their weapons from their vehicles and helped police take him down. Democratic parties are scared to bring up the topic of gun … Read more
With the increase of mass shootings in America, many propositions have been suggested as ways to prevent or lessen the amount of these attacks with the most prevalent being to ban or reduce access to guns. America has the highest amount of gun related deaths each year in the world. “In Germany 381, in France … Read more
The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution states that, “A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed” (U. S. Const. Am. 2). This amendment guarantees American citizens the right to have firearms. Since this amendment is … Read more
If you recall the last time that I describe the sad story about the tragedy that a family had in turkey. The family was totally split up. The mom was died their dad arrested and the children were sent to the foster home. God knows how many families experience this kinds of situation or worse … Read more
Gun Control is a huge issue in the United States. It was declared in our constitution in the 2nd amendment that we have the right to bear arms. Every person is entitled through the second amendment to legally own and use fire arms. There are many issues that have come up with gun control: conceal … Read more
Many believe that gun control will keep the United States safer. Afterall, if laws supporting gun control were formed, no criminals will have access to guns, right? Think again. There are multiple arguments occurring currently pertaining gun control. Democratic or republican, liberal or conservative, every person has their own opinion on gun control. While some … Read more
The Second Amendment and the right to bear arms has always been a part of American culture and history, the right to bear arms is as American as apple pie and westerns, but it has and always will be a hot topic and the wording and meaning of the Second Amendment comes into question frequently. … Read more
In the United States, 88. 8 out of 100 people own at least one firearm (Morris). A common misconception in today’s society is that these firearms are the root of all crime. Gun control is unconstitutional, illogical, and Nazi esque. In fact, more guns would be an improvement to our nation. Guns are a right … Read more
Tyler Sedlak Mr. White English 10 CP 24 February 2017 Gun Control Approximately 30,000 people die a year because of guns when they are used in both self defense and murder. Many people argue whether restrictions on guns should be enacted or repealed. Tensions have grown high on both sides of the issue making it … Read more