Gail Collins today reported on a bill recently introduced into the Missouri House of Representatives by Rep. Stacey Newman. Missouri has put so many restrictions on abortion that it has only one clinic remaining in St. Louis. Ms. Newman’s bill would put the same restrictions on gun purchases that Missouri currently imposes on women who want an abortion.
For example, there is a 72 hour waiting period before you can purchase a firearm. You must travel at least 120 miles from your home to purchase a firearm. You must listen to a lecture about the medical risks associated with firearms. You must view pictures of people with firearms wounds.
In Missouri most legislators call themselves “pro-life.” Interestingly, both Kansas City and St. Louis are ranked in the top ten American cities for firearms deaths.
Ms. Newman does not expect her bill to pass.
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