NDP support handgun ban

[Wiz]

Found in CGN


“Thank you for writing about the need to tackle gun crime in Canada.

New Democrats share your concern about the escalation of gun violence in our cities. Montreal and Toronto—two of our largest cities—are calling for the right to place a ban on the possession of handguns. The federal NDP has long supported giving this power to our cities.

We agree more needs to be done to keep guns from falling into the wrong hands—to make sure Canadians are protected from gun violence and our communities are kept safe. That’s why we support a consultation process on a federal handgun ban. It’s an opportunity to have a national conversation on gun crime in Canada, with a focus on the public’s safety—to hear from experts and the public, from urban and rural communities. It’s a chance to make sure we have the right measures in place, such as updating the regulations governing firearms to deal with technological changes like 3D printed guns.

What’s more, New Democrats know that a credible crime prevention strategy must include ways to reduce poverty, fight racism, break down the stigma associated with mental health, and address other social determinants of violence in our communities.

Canadians expect their government to take real action on fighting gun crime in Canada. I delivered this message to Prime Minister Trudeau, urging his government to do more—to develop long-term, effective solutions on the root causes of gun violence and collaborate with the communities directly affected. You can read my letter to the Prime Minister here.

And, direct action can happen now. We can give more power on gun control to our provinces and cities, provide funding for preventative, youth-focused programs, and allocate more resources to the Canada Border Services Agency to help stem the flow of illegal firearms crossing the U.S. border. Finally, our government can condemn all hate crimes and racist confrontations relating to misinformed reactions to gun violence.

Again, thanks for taking the time to share your views with me.

With love and courage,

Jagmeet Singh
Leader, Canada’s New Democrats”

[sns2]

Just so people are aware, political discussion is allowed if it relates directly to the outdoors activities this forum exists to promote.

[bat119]

Another party ringing the Pavlovian response gun bell looking for voters, lets hope the disgruntled Liberal voters go into the Orange.

[gunluvr]

Originally Posted by sns2

Just so people are aware, political discussion is allowed if it relates directly to the outdoors activities this forum exists to promote.

No thanks...No point responding to the above drivel.

[BlackHeart]

"and racist confrontations relating to misinformed reactions to gun violence"

Still trying to figure out what the heck he is referring to.
Is it WHO is smuggling the guns???

[Grizzly Adams]

Was wondering yesterday, just how many colors of turban does that guy have ? Never seen the same one twice in any interview.

Grizz

[gunluvr]

Originally Posted by BlackHeart

"and racist confrontations relating to misinformed reactions to gun violence"

Still trying to figure out what the heck he is referring to.
Is it WHO is smuggling the guns???

Yup, drivel.