Gun control debate resumes, on one side

Supporters renew call for tougher laws while opponents are largely silent.

Monday's deadly rampage at Virginia Tech sparked a largely one-sided response in the long-running debate over guns.

Gun control advocates said the shootings pointed to the need for tougher laws, while supporters of gun rights generally kept their heads down.

And leaders of both major political parties expressed sympathy for victims and their families, while avoiding comment on gun control.

In brief remarks from the White House, ... Full Story »

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by Kaizar Campwala - Apr. 17, 2007

The article provides good information while focusing on the cautious response of those on either side of the gun control debate who are waiting for more facts to surface in the Virginia tech shootings.

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