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Could be effective: Reinstating the assault weapons ban would have a profound impact, especially given the growth in sales since 2004 during which Americans have been allowed to purchase and stockpile such weapons. Many of the high-profile mass shooters in recent years purchased their weapons less than one year before committing their acts.
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Lip service or action? Are the government officials that want everyone driving electric vehicles still riding around in their big SUVs? (Is it a situation of) do as I say, not as I do?
Believe the investigation: As the Congressional investigation reveals the Jan. 6 details, are Trump supporters willing to listen and evaluate what is being presented? So far, many Republicans continue to support the premise that the election was stolen even though there has never been any proof. Are these followers making this conclusion simply on Donald Trump’s words or was it the baseless accusation from others? Have some Republicans who took the oath to defend the Constitution become confused? I support the investigation to find the facts, so should you!
Crying over the Sox: In (the movie) “A League of Their Own,” Tom Hanks famously said, “there’s no crying in baseball!” But then again, he never saw the current White Sox team play our national pastime. Until there’s no Tony LaRussa on the South Side, crying will be as essential to watching Sox games as hot dogs and cold beer.
Greedy or gutsy? I’m willing to bet that if more elite golfers resign from the PGA Tour to seek the riches of the Saudi-backed LIV league, they’ll eventually be hailed in some circles as gutsy, even courageous, trailblazers rather than examples of greedy, self-centered athletes.
Trump definitely involved: Donald Trump may be many things but having no involvement with the Jan. 6 coup (attempt) is not one of them and the sooner we all come to terms with that the sooner we can resume our normal lives.
Here’s a suggestion: Ten-foot-high fences with razor wire on top and armed guards in towers should be built around the perimeter of schools to prevent anyone from entering with ill intent. Maybe we could just reopen the Joliet penitentiary for elementary school students. The children would be safe and have a positive learning environment.
Requirement for office: I totally agree that anyone with a mental issue should never be allowed to own a gun. I also agree that anyone with a mental condition should never be allowed to hold a public office.