Recently, we were shocked and saddened by the mass murder of 20 innocent children with a “Bushmaster” assault weapon.  It is perverse that this has sparked an explosion in national sales of such weapons.  These sales are insults to the memory of those who died at Newtown, CT.  In response to this tragedy President Obama charged Vice President Biden to formulate the administration’s response: Reforms to lessen the likelihood of future mass murders.  Many citizens and organizations were asked to give their advice to the government.  Mr. Biden has promised to give his report to the President on Tuesday.

Personally, I think that certain guns should be allowed–under license–for hunting and sport shooting.  Military-style weapons should be banned for use by the public along with high-capacity clips and so-called, “cop killer” bullets.  There should be a federal registry of all gun owners and they should be required to secure their weapons in a gun safe or under lock and key.  There should be strict administration of the new laws and penalties.  Gun use is a part of our culture and is protected by The Constitution.  The US Supreme Court has ruled in “Heller” that assault weapons are not protected by the Second Amendment.  Should all assault weapons now in use be subject to a mandatory “buy-back” program is subject for a national conversation.

I pray that God will bless Vice President with insightful and concrete reforms in the ownership and use of guns in America.  I ask this in Jesus’ name.  —GoodOleWoody