Larry Pratt, Executive Director of Gun Owners of America, discusses the ineffectiveness of 'gun-free zones' in preventing mass shootings, citing the Charleston church incident. He argues that criminals do not obey signs and that such zones disarm law-abiding citizens. Pratt also critiques the Pope's stance on weapons manufacturers and gun control, referencing biblical passages that support the use of lethal force for self-defense. He further addresses Bill O'Reilly's call for a national gun registry, deeming it unconstitutional and an infringement on Second Amendment rights.
Erich Pratt of Gun Owners of America argues against increased gun control measures following the Charleston church shooting. He emphasizes that gun control has failed in other countries and highlights law enforcement's view that armed citizens are the most effective deterrent to mass shootings. Pratt also criticizes universal background checks as ineffective and an infringement on constitutional rights, citing instances where determined individuals bypassed or circumvented such checks.
Larry Pratt, Executive Director of Gun Owners of America, discusses the issue of gun control in the wake of the Charleston church shooting. He argues that 'gun-free zones' are ineffective and that armed citizens could have prevented or mitigated such tragedies. Pratt cites historical incidents where armed individuals stopped mass shootings and questions the validity of comparing US gun violence rates to other countries, pointing to incidents in England and France.
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