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In reply to the discussion: Why is it that the main objection concerning gun control [View all]jmg257
(11,996 posts)we are just wasting time and money. Those that argue about definitions and nomenclature will tell you exactly what has to be done.
We hear the 1994 AWB was ineffective? Expand it...greatly.
We hear that AW aren't the real issue? Target the guns that are too.
We hear that mag capacity isn't the issue? Make guns without fixed mags/capacity illegal.
We hear about the millions already out there? Make them contraband.
We hear that criminals get their guns illegally? Registration and background checks on every tranfer.
We hear how many won't obey the laws? Make the penalties severe and mandatory.
We know the dangers from gangs, repeat offenders and drug issues? Crack down on those elements too.
You will never be able to legislate against idiots, but you can certainly substantilly reduce the number of guns available to them, by starting to remove the most dangerous weapons from society.
All it takes is the decided sense of the public, and the will to get it done.