Brandon Johnson: “Twelve years ago, I took an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States. I am here today to urge my colleagues…”

“Twelve years ago, I took an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States. I am here today to urge my colleagues to uphold our Second Amendment right to bear arms. Congress has to put aside partisan differences and act to uphold a citizen's right to bear arms in every State in the Union. Unfortunately, in my home State, residents are denied the ability to carry firearms even though the residents of every other State in the Union are allowed to protect themselves and their property. The Second Amendment is clear and concise, and it was meant to protect all residents no matter where they live. I urge Congress and the States to uphold this fundamental and basic right. ____________________”