Bill Clinton: “There is simply no excuse for letting criminals get arms at gun shows…”

On the recordMay 12, 1999

There is simply no excuse for letting criminals get arms at gun shows they can't get at gun stores.

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Democratic · Arkansas

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Remarks on Senate Action on Gun Control Legislation and an Exchange With Reporters

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