Gun And The Second Amendment - 1860 Words

Mass shootings are increasing in the United States, and gun control advocates are seizing the opportunity to push anti-gun legislation to deter gun violence in America. Guns and the Second Amendment have come to the forefront of political rhetoric, leading to conflicting views between lawmakers on the future of gun legislation. Republican lawmakers are encouraging law abiding citizens to acquire firearms and to defend themselves against acts of violence by criminals. On the contrary, Democratic lawmakers believe the only way to slow gun violence in the United States is to remove guns from society. While certain politicians believe strict gun laws would protect the American people, the proposed policies would make our nation more vulnerable†¦show more content†¦Armed with bombs and automatic rifles, these members of the ISIS terror cell murdered over 120 people, leaving countless others wounded. In response to these attacks, increasing numbers of Americans are feeling the nee d to arm themselves as a means of self defense. In response to the shooting in California, local gun shops are noticing roughly a 25% increase in business. Likewise, local Sheriff’s departments are experiencing a large increase in concealed carry permit requests. In Orange County, California, the Sheriff’s department received 130 permit requests in the week following the attack—up from their average of 30—while neighboring San Bernardino County screened seven times their weekly average (Mather). The increase in California gun sales shows that residents want the ability to defend themselves in the event of another shooting—an opportunity these residents would not have as a result of a ban on personal firearms. The nationwide trend over past years shows similar results. A 2014 Pew Research study found 52% of surveyed Americans are in support of gun rights compared to 46% who want stricter regulations on firearms. Approximately 80% of Republicans support unabridged gun usage compared to only 35% of Democrats, showing the divide between political parties on the issue (Feldmann). As violence surges, Americans are in support of arming themselves against the violence of criminals to protect their lives and the lives of those around them. Increased gun