Halloween is meant to be an enjoyable holiday for children to go trick-or-treating, dress up in costumes, and overall have a memorable night. Halloween really drives spirit within communities across the country. However, unfortunately, in many communities, this spirit was destroyed by a few individuals who decided to ruin the fun memorable nights.
Shootings in Texas, Indiana, Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, New Mexico, Louisiana, Pennsylvania and Ohio have resulted in 11 dead and hundreds injured. This is clearly an intense issue as these shootings have stretched across the United States, impacting many people and communities.
Gun violence prevails in the United States. Week after week, it seems that there is another shooting. This issue cannot be one that is normalized. Actions need to be taken to ensure the safety of the American people. There are many policy approaches that could be deemed appropriate, but one that could help towards this issue that is in current debate is universal background checks. Universal background checks in gun purchases involves closing loopholes, particularly in private and online sales, to ensure comprehensive scrutiny of buyers. This effort aims to enhance the accuracy and accessibility of criminal and mental health records in the background check system, enforce compliance through robust mechanisms, and garner public support through educational campaigns. Successful examples from other jurisdictions illustrate the feasibility and effectiveness of such measures in maintaining responsible gun ownership while prioritizing public safety.
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