Just remember -- there isn't any jeopardy for Congress critters from NYS/NJ and similar to call for gun control. Their people are already indoctrinated to support such nonsense. For how many other states' Reps and Senators would this also be true? Not that many. It would require more political capital than most are willing to spend to make gun control a campaign issue. As such, most would just rather stay away from gun control because its a losing fight. Also, keep in mind that anyone can introduce a bill, but many never even make it to committee. Just my layman's observation but the sky is not falling. There's just a bunch of people in politics and entertainment that are trying to capitalize on the events in hopes that it'll gain traction and others in the press that are actively attempting to shape the public opinion preemptively, but that's about it. I'll be watching POTUS closely in the following weeks for a sign of a change of course but so far, judging by his words and actions in the wake of Tucson, his people seem to hold this point of view also. At least for now.
For the record, I am not in support of one iota of additional anything relating to gun ownership. Period. OTOH I have also noticed the sentiment to which Jim refers in the comments of more than a few regulars since the tragedy unfolded. :roll: I do know this. It would be best if our side of the issue draws a line in the sand and begin to fire back in the national press. Lots of minds right now are looking for assistance in dissecting a very complex issue. We can't have the voices of the moon-bats be the only ones heard. So far, the only push back has been from Palin. Not good enough. There needs to be an attack on the idea of more gun control and the demonization of firearm along several fronts, similar to the strategy that the pro control people are waging, if we are going to reach the moderate middle.
