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On the recordJune 2, 2022
After Columbine, after Sandy Hook, after Charleston, after Orlando, after Las Vegas, after Parkland, nothing has been done. This time, that can`t be true. This time, we must actually do something. We need to ban assault weapons and high capacity magazines. If we can`t ban assault weapons, then we should raise the age to purchase them from 18 to 21. Strengthening background checks, and enact safe storage law and red flag laws. Repeal of the immunity that protects gun manufacturers from liability. Address the mental health crisis deepening the trauma of gun violence and as a consequence of that violence.
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Joe Biden
Democratic · Delaware
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msnbc.com

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President Biden calls for action on gun violence and outlines specific measures to improve gun safety.

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