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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Obama Gun Proposal: Background Checks for All Gun Purchases

President Obama spoke to the nation this morning about his proposal to reduce gun violence; recommends background check for all gun purchases, assault weapons ban.

President Obama spoke to the nation this morning and presented a proposal to reduce gun violence. Click here to view video of the president's proposal, or click on the video accompanying this article. "I will put everything I've got into this and so will Joe [Biden]," Obama said in his closing remarks today. Of particular note in his proposal, Obama called for the following: Did you see the president's address this morning? Tell us what you thought in comments below. Do Obama's recommendations seem like a common sense approach to you, or are you concerned about the rights of gun owners?

MikeK

12:25 am on Saturday, January 19, 2013

We need a background check to own a weapon that is our right... But he does not need a background check to be the leader of our country?? Does anyone see a problem here?   more ›

Friday, December 14, 2012

Newtown School Shooting: How to Talk To Your Kids About It

The National Association of School Pyschologists that addresses how best to address high-profile acts of violence.

In the wake of Friday's tragic shooting deaths in Newtown, CT, parents all over the country will be asked some very difficult questions by their own young students. The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) offers these tips in helping parents talk about such tragidies: High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry that their friends or loved-ones are at risk. They will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and talking with them about their fears.  1. Reassure children that they are safe. Emphasize that schools are very safe…

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Police Hope to ID Victims, Shooter in Newtown Killings Saturday (in Newtown Patch)

Greg Nelson

10:59 am on Saturday, December 15, 2012

I would like to see ever local school district release to every parent the action plans for issues like fire, gun, bomb and lock down events that they have developed. I would feel they should also show how many times these items have been tested and results. The plans don't work unless tested against. Improve on them, make the place safe and stop and think that the only strength is based on the …   more ›

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