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In reply to the discussion: Wisconsin Mass Shooter Exploited Background Check Loophole That NRA Says Isn't A Problem [View all]hack89
(39,171 posts)51. Of course it is a constitutional issue
where does the Federal government get the power to regulate intrastate commerce?
I have no problem with background checks for private sales - my state is one of five that does exactly that. But it is a state issue that requires each state to pass legislation.
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SecularMotion
Oct 2012
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I'm sure I'd be vilified by hardliners, but I think I've got a reasonable solution.
Glaug-Eldare
Oct 2012
#5
You pay for driver's licenses, passports, incorporation, occupational licenses, etc.
Glaug-Eldare
Oct 2012
#21
The background check is for Federal Firearms Licensees to use and no other person...
Eleanors38
Oct 2012
#8
Boy, the switch from print to Innertube media has left decent editing in the dust.nt
Eleanors38
Oct 2012
#20
Unfortunately, there is a coven of folks who seem to have a peculiar fascination for thugs.nt
Eleanors38
Oct 2012
#19
The real problem here is that unlicensed sellers of personal used firearms HAVE NO WAY to check...
slackmaster
Oct 2012
#24
The law allows people to avoid a background check by purchasing from a private seller.
DanTex
Oct 2012
#42
4/10. You got seven buzzwords into that, but you left out "reasonable" and "children/youth(s)".
friendly_iconoclast
Oct 2012
#50