Although somewhat accurate information, many disagree and over 43% of Americans have a gun in their house or on their property (Social). Stricter laws on the sale of firearms may help the violence in America, but evidence shows that the guns used in 15% of mass shootings were bought legally and with a federal background check. In addition, at least eight gunmen, responsible of shootings, had criminal histories or documented mental health problems that did not prevent them from obtaining their firearms (Buchanan). As for the 55% who want stricter gun laws(Social), the results are taken from independent democrats, which are much against firearms. Although some Republicans and Independents are for stricter gun laws, 82% of democrats believe gun laws should be more strict (New). Besides, nearly all the politicians or other important figures of society either own a firearm or have guards in which carry
Although somewhat accurate information, many disagree and over 43% of Americans have a gun in their house or on their property (Social). Stricter laws on the sale of firearms may help the violence in America, but evidence shows that the guns used in 15% of mass shootings were bought legally and with a federal background check. In addition, at least eight gunmen, responsible of shootings, had criminal histories or documented mental health problems that did not prevent them from obtaining their firearms (Buchanan). As for the 55% who want stricter gun laws(Social), the results are taken from independent democrats, which are much against firearms. Although some Republicans and Independents are for stricter gun laws, 82% of democrats believe gun laws should be more strict (New). Besides, nearly all the politicians or other important figures of society either own a firearm or have guards in which carry