MN Rep. Tony Cornish & I Talk 2nd Amendment, Gun Bills & Suppressors

Published on March 13, 2013
Duration: 11:41

Representative Tony Cornish discusses the importance of the Second Amendment, highlighting his early involvement in the fight for 'permit to carry' laws in Minnesota. He details a new bill focused on increasing penalties for straw buyers and improving NICS background check data timeliness. Cornish also addresses law enforcement support, the perceived motivations behind gun control legislation, and the potential for suppressor legalization in Minnesota, emphasizing education and factual arguments.

Quick Summary

Minnesota Representative Tony Cornish is a leading advocate for the Second Amendment. He discusses a new bill that increases penalties for straw buyers and mandates timely data submission to NICS. Cornish also addresses the motivations behind gun control legislation and supports the legalization of suppressors, emphasizing education and factual arguments.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction and Interview Setup
  2. 00:44Meeting Representative Tony Cornish
  3. 01:24Defining Moment for Second Amendment Importance
  4. 02:38Personal Involvement in Politics and Firearms
  5. 02:56Details on New Gun Bill
  6. 03:19Straw Buyer Penalties and NICS Timelines
  7. 04:17Law Enforcement Support for Gun Bills
  8. 05:11Reasons for Police Chief Opposition
  9. 06:07Why Pro-Gun People are Defensive
  10. 07:25Legislators' Beliefs on Gun Control and Crime
  11. 08:48Correlation Between Gun Ownership and Crime Rates
  12. 09:25Discussion on Suppressors in Minnesota
  13. 10:30Addressing Misconceptions about Suppressors
  14. 11:24Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Representative Tony Cornish's stance on the Second Amendment in Minnesota?

Representative Tony Cornish is a strong proponent and voice for the Second Amendment in Minnesota. He has authored numerous pro-gun laws and actively works to protect gun rights for law-abiding citizens, often engaging in legislative battles to counter gun control measures.

What does the new gun bill co-authored by Rep. Cornish focus on?

The new bill co-authored by Rep. Tony Cornish targets criminals rather than law-abiding citizens. It increases penalties for straw buyers and aims to improve the timeliness of data submission to the NICS background check system by various state agencies.

Why do some legislators support gun control despite statistics showing it doesn't reduce crime?

Rep. Cornish suggests that some legislators support gun control not because they believe it reduces crime, but to manage constituent fear. They may exploit a lack of understanding about firearms and self-defense in certain districts to appeal to voters.

What is the current status and potential future of suppressors in Minnesota?

Currently, private ownership of suppressors in Minnesota is restricted, requiring federal permits. Rep. Cornish supports their legalization for hunting and training, citing hearing protection benefits and the lack of crime statistics associated with them, believing it's an education process that will take time.

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