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Originally Posted by graciegirl
Here is what I think I remember from the reports today;
I wish they had deported him and his family. But you can't do things like that. All this pain and tragedy would have been averted.
I think it matters less if he had a gun or not. He might have blown himself up, who knows.
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Of course, Mateen could not be deported. He was born in New York.
Obviously, the gun issue is a big issue. This was a preplanned attack by him. He bought the pistol and rifle just a few days ago. A several day waiting period with full background check MIGHT have prevented the tragedy. The background check MIGHT have revealed the FBI check as well as the domestic abuse issue. How did he get and keep gun permits with domestic abuse issues and be selected for a job as an armed guard?
High capacity magazines are another issue to think about. The AR-15 style .223 has a 20 round magazine. Taped back to back makes 40 rounds. What civilian needs a 20 round magazine?
Off the soapbox now. Rocky and the Rollers were excellent tonight.