Arizona State Senator Ron Gould: Campus Guns Bill is Dead

Published on March 29, 2012
Duration: 6:26

Arizona State Senator Ron Gould discusses the failure of campus carry legislation in the Arizona State Senate and House of Representatives. He attributes the defeat to political maneuvering, redistricting, and opposition from university systems and administrators who he claims have a phobia of guns. The senator also critiques the cost estimates for gun lockers and highlights safety concerns for students, citing a tragic incident involving a Senate page.

Quick Summary

Arizona State Senator Ron Gould explained that campus carry legislation failed due to insufficient votes in the State Senate and House. He attributed the defeat to political pressures from redistricting and strong opposition from university systems, which he characterized as having a 'phobia of guns,' rather than legitimate cost concerns.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Campus Carry Bill Status
  2. 00:10Senate and House Vote Counts
  3. 00:29Comparison to Previous Year's Bill
  4. 00:45Governor's Role and University Opposition
  5. 00:57Impact of Redistricting on Legislation
  6. 01:16Critique of University Cost Estimates
  7. 01:43Analysis of Locker Costs
  8. 02:15Root Cause: Gun Phobia
  9. 02:30Student Safety Concerns
  10. 03:01Crimes Off-Campus and Tragic Incident
  11. 03:22University Crime Statistics vs. Town
  12. 03:34Police Limitations and Response Time
  13. 03:44Future of Campus Carry Legislation
  14. 04:03Senator's Departure and Successor
  15. 04:21Related Public Building Carry Bill
  16. 04:45Vetoed Bill and Secure Facility Requirements
  17. 05:02Responsibility for Safety When Disarmed
  18. 05:13Inconsistency of Gun Bans (City Hall vs. Walmart)
  19. 05:30Ineffectiveness of 'No Guns' Stickers
  20. 05:44Disarming Law-Abiding Citizens
  21. 05:47Disappointment with Bill's Failure
  22. 06:03Impact of Gerrymandering
  23. 06:14Legislator's Fear of Re-election

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did campus carry legislation fail in Arizona?

Campus carry legislation failed in Arizona due to insufficient votes in both the State Senate and House of Representatives. Senator Ron Gould cited political factors, including redistricting leading to more competitive seats, and strong opposition from university systems and administrators as key reasons for the bill's defeat.

What was the opposition's argument against campus carry?

The primary opposition, according to Senator Ron Gould, stemmed from university administrators who he claims have a 'phobia of guns.' While a cost estimate for gun lockers was presented, the senator dismissed it as illegitimate and suggested the core objection was ideological rather than financial.

What are the safety concerns regarding guns on college campuses?

Senator Ron Gould highlighted student safety concerns, noting that crime statistics around universities are often higher than in surrounding towns. He emphasized that police cannot be everywhere, and seconds count in emergencies, implying that law-abiding citizens should have the means to defend themselves.

What is the status of other gun-related legislation in Arizona?

A separate bill allowing firearms in public buildings unless on-site security is present is being considered, but its application to college campuses requires further review. Previous legislation requiring secure facilities for gun bans was vetoed by Governor Brewer.

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