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gun control “To Shoot?” or “Not To Shoot?”: That is the Question. The Second Amendment to the U.S. 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." A large number of opponents of gun control believe that access to guns has nothing to do with the frequent violence that is displayed in American society, and that limiting it would solve none of the problems that people attribute to guns. However, in light of the various tragedies recently involving guns, many more strongly believe that it is time to take a serious look at progressive gun laws, and to put up new restrictions and barriers to gun ownership. This could help eliminate gun-related violence in America. A recent epidemic of deadly school shootings, including the April, 1999 massacre of fourteen students and a teacher at a Littleton, Colorado high school, have added momentum to gun control measures long-pending before Congress. Among other things, proponents of stricter firearm laws are calling for mandatory child safety locks, tougher background checks, and other controls that they believe will curb the rise of gun-related violence. Such proposals come just months after a swarm of cities filed suits against firearm manufacturers, blaming the companies’ marketing practices for violence caused by guns. Some 20 cities have filed suits against gun manufacturers in 1999. While... This is ONLY a preview of the article. If you would like to view the entire document, you must subscribe to Digital Term Papers. Please register below now! Digital Term Papers has over 63,000 essays, term papers, and book notes online. Many paper sites will charge you hundreds of dollars for a single paper. Digital Term Papers only charges $14.95 for a one month membership with instant account activation! Don't waste anymore time! Join NOW!!!
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