An Opinion On Why Gun Reform Failed Today

I am reasonable. I was initially stomped as to why Gun Reform failed in the Senate today. It is a good bill. Background checks, the back bone of the bill introduced, is right. I do not consider 90% of Americans supporting it as proof, nor as an automatic reason to pass the bill, but as evidence of the reasonableness of background checks. Both Republican and Democrat men and women seem to say yes to the checks even if there is a split on other aspects on reform, like any "assault" weapon's ban or ban on any gun due to the Second Amendment. But I have some theories as to why this bill missed the mark and came short:

1) I agree with President Obama's assessment and statement's about some of the oppositions use of fear mongering and either ignorant or lying about the proposed bill, saying it contained a registry or would lead to one. The bill makes it illegal to do so.

2) The first reason was helped by this next one. The original bill proposed by Rep. Feinstein and fully backed by the VP and the President, contained an "assault" weapons ban.

The talk of any ban scared many strong Second Amendment proponents, especially because the push for a ban was so forceful. Initially, Gun Reform did not emphasize background checks, but in language, speeches, Google Hangouts, and on Sunday morning and other political talk shows, the overriding emphasis was on some kind of across the board gun ban and not checks. Even after the ban was dropped from the bill, it was said by Harry Reid to Feinstein that the ban could be presented as a possible amendment to the bill later. Many opposition groups were looking down that road and said no now.

Finally, 3) While the "nays" came from Republicans, I believe there may have been some "push back" from all of Washington against what I call "emotional bullying" that seems to be so prevalent in politics now more than foundational, Constitutional truth, fact, and law. I can't prove that this had anything to do with anything. It is only a hunch. But it is certainly possible. And my hunches are usually very good, because I use fact.

I do so hope the bill was voted on, whether in favor of or against, based on its merits and what each representative believed to be right for their constituents and the entire nation only, however. That is my hope and prayer.

I can't swear by these theories, but if I'm right in any way, I pray all consider these as Washington tries to move forward with possibly another bill on Gun Reform, but also with Immigration Reform and with all proposals concerning our Budget.

We pledge allegiance to the flag.......And to the REPUBLIC...... and not to a democracy or majority. Even the majority's plea must align with American Constitutional laws or be denied. But I believe the majority had it right this time.

I pray that the Senators that voted against the Gun Reform bill, and all that are opposed, are being reasonable and are only looking to do what is right and best. I hope they at least explain their position and offer their own bill.

While I agree that background checks would not have stopped Newtown/SandyHook, Connecticut, it would have stopped other massacres and will stop many home and personal crimes, by stopping those especially with mental health issues from buying guns. Most of these that the checks would prevent from purchasing do not have "black market" or "street" connections. They would be stopped by background checks. So, it is the right thing to do. If it stops one crime, saves one life, and still manages to protect every good, law abiding citizen's right to bear arms, it is a good thing and the right thing.

Let another Gun Reform bill is re introduced, and passed soon.

Let us remember and protect our children who are most vulnerable, especially in our inner cities. This is not another tug at any one's heart, but fact. They are not only most vulnerable and almost voiceless, they can not stand on or rely on exercising their Second Amendment right for defense, nor should it ever be a consideration for them.  The same law that those that oppose good Gun Reform measures rightfully fight for, may forget that hitch. The young are truly defenseless. But the law can be their voice. Many of the issues faced concerning gun violence are primarily law enforcement issues. A good, solid federal Gun Reform bill, that does not infringe on any citizen's right, can be one more tool used to enforce and protect by those who serve and exact justice. A universal or standard background check could in the least help protect each state from those that could legally possess or purchase through trade shows, on line, or through bordering or other states that may not be as stringent, and limit the pool of possible offenders per area. Yes. Criminals are criminals. But back ground checks would take away one of their options.  It is the universal aspect that may be the most important aspect of the bill and greatest asset to local and state authorities.

Once again. God Bless America. We still can get this done.

Yulanda K.

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