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William R. Richardson: The issue here, I believe, is instant background checks. Nobody who has a criminal background or is mentally ill should…

On the recordJuly 24, 2007
The issue here, I believe, is instant background checks. Nobody who has a criminal background or is mentally ill should be able to get a weapon.

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Bill Richardson discusses his stance on gun control and the importance of background checks.

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