Dems opposing the Assault Weapons Ban
An article at The Hill says:
Some Democrats in tight re-election races are opposing a renewal of the assault-weapons ban, despite its overwhelming support from Democratic Party leaders.
The ban, which was enacted in 1994, prohibits the sale of certain assault weapons. With the ban’s expiration looming in September, several lawmakers are rallying to extend it for another 10 years.
However, the often contentious and polarizing issue has pinned some Democrats into an awkward political position of deciding whether to support their leaders or echo what their constituents want.
Emphasis added for those who need to be told that sort of thing. Why is that a tough decision? Your constituents are who you serve.
Regardless, it is good news for opponents of the assault weapons ban.
June 23rd, 2004 at 11:12 am
“The people have spoken…the bastards.”
June 23rd, 2004 at 1:41 pm
Doing one’s job – how awkward!
June 23rd, 2004 at 5:55 pm
Dems in tight races oppose gun ban
Dems in tight races oppose gun ban
June 25th, 2004 at 9:53 am
It looks like they’ve learned something from Al Gore. If you forget about your constituents then they’ll forget about you.