General Discussion
In reply to the discussion: A sincere wish for our DU gun owners: visit Norway! [View all]branford
(4,462 posts)You have been polite and thoughtful, and I have attempted to do the same.
However, as with all policy discussions, particularly on matters of culture, intent, priorities and ultimate goals, are extremely relevant.
We almost definitely agree on matters of abortion, public education, Social Security and Medicate, and likely most other financial and social issues. We apparently differ to some extent on the issue of the ownership and use of firearms in the United States.
If compromise on the issues relating to firearms is to be reached, I would assume that I would be considered the "low hanging fruit" in any discussions since I'm a loyal Democrat, liberal, I do not own firearms, and already indicated that I would support some restrictions like universal background checks (subject to the actual wording of the particular statute).
Therefore, I would be very curious to know what particular gun problems you believe have priority or represent the greatest risks, what solutions would you propose in the United States that could pass constitutional scrutiny, and most importantly, what is your ultimate position on universal gun ownership.