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    Gun prevention and control Violence is a repetitive problem everywhere in the U.S. violence cannot always be prevented as most violent crimes are unpredictable and are usually expressed through mass shootings or gun related violence. There has to be a functioning method of prevent gun violence. There are multiple methods to prevent gun violence, like an higher age limit, background checks should not only be utilized to determine if a person has a history of repetitively committing crimes

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    Gun Control Debate

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    held a gun violence prevention rally in Taylor Park yesterday afternoon, as a show of unity for the National Day of Action Against Gun Violence in Schools. Speakers included gun violence prevention activists, students, and local government officials. Lead organizer, parent and transformational coach Gina Abrams felt inspired by the activism of the Parkland students and wanted to do something that would keep the spotlight on the issue of gun law reform, as well as honor the victims of gun violence

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    Lately, there has been a controversy about gun control due to gun crime. Now, there has been an uprising of conversation about the carrying of guns on college campuses. Guns should not be allowed on college campuses because it is very dangerous. There’s alternative self-defense, professors/students would feel unsafe at school and be frightened, and some people are not mentally stable or are immature. Guns should not be allowed on college campuses, they are too dangerous and there are other

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    “The boundaries of the Second Amendment do not coincide with the boundaries of gun control” (Blocher and Miller, 2016, p.296). Guns and the idea of gun control have been a high valued topic, between the Federal Government and state governments since the beginning of the 20th century. How strictly guns should be regulated is a common topic between the Federal Government and state governments, especially with the increase in mass shootings over the years. Although there are regulations set by the

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    Most Americans believe that the effects of gun violence are tragic. While the right to “bear arms” is granted to Americans under the Constitution’s Second Amendment, guns pose a safety threat because many people do not understand the risks and responsibilities that come with gun ownership. Sadly, the nation lost over 15,000 human lives last year due to gun violence (Kelly). The issue of gun violence is attributed, in part, due to lenient rules and regulations pertaining to all types of firearms.

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    country wants the best but doesn’t want their freedom taken away. Gun control, something we avoid discussing. We know what guns do, but fail to make any change so we can prevent them falling into the wrong hands. We are taught how to prepare for a shooting, living in fear because of how frequent you hear about shooting in the U.S. This is a major problem, we shouldn’t be hearing daily about how guns are being used to commit a crime. Gun control could help us prevent crime and some of the fear. This is a

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    Guns And Gun Control

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    required gun owners to obtain permits though other states do not entail permits. Supporters of concealed handgun say that criminals are less likely to attack someone they believe to be armed. They refer to the 2nd Amendment's "right of the people to keep and bear arms," and claim that most adults who legally carry a concealed gun are law-abiding citizens and they tend to do use firearms wisely. The adversaries of concealed gun reason that ascension of gun ownership leads to further gun crime and

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    Gun control is a controversy topic, politically and socially. Guns are not for everyone, especially for the ones that are not responsible to maintain one. There are some individuals that cannot handle a firearm safely, like irresponsible people, then there are some individuals who choose to use firearms to commit crimes. Our legislative has passed many laws regulating the ownership and use of firearms, and even more legislation is being considered. Some restrictions may be needed for firearms, to

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    Since the very beginning of the United States, gun rights and gun control have comprised one the most controversial debates of the county. On one hand gun rights advocates believe that the right to bear arms is a basic human that should not be in any way violated, and on the other hand gun control advocates have long been thriving for a complete ban of guns. The debate has grown over time from reasonable arguments for gun rights and regulations to an ideologically polarized and extreme argument,

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    Gun Control The problem with gun control in college campuses has become a debate nowadays. 50% of the population is for it as well as against it. Despite all the positive feedback the public has to say about allowing concealed weapons on campus, they are dangerous. Guns should not be allowed on college campuses because students are not fully matured, are under the influence, and it affects the learning environment. Students are not fully developed by the age they start college. More than a hand

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