To begin class we went over some more of the European countries and capitals. We also watched a video with John Kerry discussing Syria and how we should/will handle the situation over there. Then the last group presented their presentation on gun control.
Gun Control
Controversial issues
- certain parts of the government want to put restrictions on guns
- you don't need a permit to get a long gun
Problems with guns
- murder
- school shooting
- shootings in general
- large capacity guns are faster to reload - easier for mass shootings
Why they should be allowed
- 2nd amendment -- right to bare arms
- guns are used for hunting and protection
- most murders are committed by hand guns but they want assault rifles banned
- govt. is trying to ban the wrong weapon (assault rifles instead of hand guns)
Why they shouldn't be allowed
- in 2010 over 6,000 people were killed by guns
- 6,000 by handguns over 350 with rifles
- lots of murders involving guns are gang related
- too many people are dying due to guns
History of Gun Laws
- when buying a gun it has to be registered with the BATFE
- The Brady Law requires people who are buying guns to have background checks - 1993
- Violent Crime Control Act increased fees and required photos and fingerprints to obtain dealer's license
Other info
- assault weapons were banned from 1996 until 2004
- JFK, Robert Kennedy, and MLK Jr. were all assassinated in the 60's
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