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CA - Senator Diane Feinstein will move forward on a proposed senate bill that would greatly infringe on the right of the people to keep and bear Arms.

She request that the previous act be reinstated and given more teeth. She plans on doing this quickly in the month of January 2013.

As an American, I feel this to be an act of overreaching power by the federal government, and not the original intent of the Declaration of Independence, or the Constitution of the United States of America.

The common sense approach must take the forefront of all discussions, and not over reaching emotions.

I have several weapons, all legally purchased, I also have a concealed weapons permit from two states. As a responsible American, and prior military service which includes a family history in this country since the 1620's; we believe in defending all people that stand firm on the principles our freedoms were founded on.

It's with this in mind I propose the following considerations:

1. Don't call it gun control; but gun safety.

2. No sale of weapons where background checks are not conducted.

3. Allow concealed weapons carry in all states with same reasonable checks with nationwide standard.

4. Weapons education and training must be required for anyone who carries or purchases one.

5. Gun safes a must for all gun owners.

6. Magazines for all rifles/long guns need only be twenty rounds; for pistols 10 round capacity, greater than this should fall under the federal firearms license.

7. Do not call semi-autos assault weapons, only full automatic weapons should be placed in this category.

We will be prepared to take this matter to the Supreme Court of the United States. It will be proven that the original intent of the Founding Fathers was not just about hunting or sport shooting.

It must be said in these terms:

" Resistance to sudden violence for the preservation not only of my person, my limbs, and life, but of my property, is an indisputable right of nature which I never surrendered to the public by the compact of society and which, perhaps I could not surrender if I would..." John Adams, U.S. President, Signer of the Declaration, and the Bill of Rights.

Also it is said that Clarence Thomas, U.S. Supreme Court Justice stated the following.

"As I have traveled across the country, I have been astounded just how many of our fellow citizens feel strongly about their constitutional rights but have no idea what they are, or for that matter, what the Constitution says. I am not suggesting that they become Constitutional scholars--whatever that means. I am suggesting, however, that if one feels strongly about his or her rights, it does make sense to know generally what the Constitution says about them. It is at least as easy to understand as a cell phone contract--and vastly more important."

In Closing, my deepest sympathy to all who have suffered loss, it is tragic for the loss of any life...

Respectfully,

SFC Mikeal S. SouthWorth, USA, Ret.
Federal Way, WA 98003

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Thank you for contacting me regarding the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. I appreciate hearing from you on this important issue.

All Washingtonians – and all Americans – offer our deepest condolences to the families of the 20 children and six school staff members who were killed in this senseless attack. Our thoughts and prayers are with the community of Newtown, as its residents heal from this incomprehensible tragedy.

This horrific attack highlights several issues that must be addressed promptly in order to better protect against such inexplicable violence. We need to get powerful assault weapons off our streets. And we need to strengthen services for the mentally ill and their families.

In the past, I supported the original Assault Weapons Ban and the Brady Bill, as well as the Youth Handgun Safety Act of 1993, which prohibits juveniles from possessing or receiving handguns. I look forward to work with my colleagues in the Senate to strengthen responsible legislation to rein in gun violence. We need to work to close the loopholes in existing laws that allow criminals and children to gain access to firearms contrary to the law's intention. One example is the well-known "gun-show loophole" which allows people to purchase firearms at gun-shows without undergoing the background check required when guns are bought from licensed dealers. Lastly, I believe we must support increased gun-safety and gun-use education.

I support the Second Amendment and the rights of law-abiding Washingtonians who own guns. I also remain focused on addressing the deeply troubling violence in this country and making our state and our country as safe as possible for all people, including our most vulnerable citizens, our children. I believe both of these goals are important and can be simultaneously accomplished through common-sense gun laws and stricter enforcement of existing laws.

Along with addressing gun violence, making services for the mentally ill and their families more accessible will encourage those suffering from mental illness to seek needed care and support. Mental health care is a critical component of our healthcare system and an individual's overall health status. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately one in 17 Americans suffers from a seriously debilitating mental illness. I care deeply about mental health care and understand the important role behavioral health services play in the lives of both those who suffer from mental illness and their family and loved ones.

Thank you again for contacting me to share your thoughts on this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me in the future if I can be of further assistance.

Sincerely,
Maria Cantwell
United States Senator

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The Seattle rally will take place on the plaza of the US District Court building, corner of 7th and Stewart Streets, in the downtown area of Seattle. the rally will include prayer, music and motivating speakers.

The purpose of the Seattle rally, and those across the nation, is so that citizens and representatives of organizations impacted by the HHS mandate can publicly express unflagging support for the First Amendment of the US Constitution and show peaceful, impassioned opposition to the federal administration’s HHS mandate. Organizers and rally participants represent a wide variety of faith traditions, nonprofit organizations and businesses - all of which will be directly and deleteriously affected by the federal HHS mandate and its ultimate effect of suffocating First Amendment Rights.

Please spread the news here, on FB, to your family, friends and associates. We MUST STOP Obama's assault on the First Amendment, freedom of religion and conscience rights. Join us!

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Tacoma Narrows Tea Party
‎2nd TNTP meeting — Tuesday, December 20 at 6:00pm at University Place Library.

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