Politics of the United States

Over the days they were there, many worried if they would have to go back to the harassment of Germany or if they would be accepted to the United States. The ship’s captain just called a storm warning so everybody had to get off the ship and get to land. Many of the passengers thought this could mean they could get accepted to the United States, and so did Herb. That night was a heavy storm with gusts of wind and chill. The passengers stayed in an emptied hotel that was in the town closest to…

person intended to buy a firearm to undergo a background check. And in 1998 the FBI launched National Instant Criminal Background Check System, or NICS. However, Brady Act does not mandate to run background check on private gun sales. But some of the states require it. In California, for example, if you want…

This week article was “30 Caliber Throwdown: .308 Winchester verses .30-06” written by Chris Baker. The differences between the two cartridges .308 and .30-06 is that the .30-06 is nearly half-inch longer then .308 Winchester at 2.48inchs vs. 2.015inchs. Both the .308 and .30-06 use the same .308 bullet and grain weight (between 140-180 grains). The .308 cartridges are nearly identical to the 7.62 x51 NATO round. Both .30-06 and .308 are accurate and have moderate recoil with an impressive…

Campus Carry passed on July 1, 2017 giving residents of Georgia permission to carry guns on college campuses. A lot of people are happy because they fill that this will add another element of protection, which will result in a safer environment. Whereas other despise the idea in general. This is only an extension of the bigger issue; which is an individual’s right it keep and bear arms versus a person’s right to live and not be afraid. I personally believe that we should have the right to keep…

Conner Henman B7 Rue The Economics and Political Views of the Insanity Defense Is the insanity plea a valid defense? Word Count: 841 A The insanity defense is a defense by excuse in a criminal case, arguing that the defendant is not responsible for their actions due to an episodic or persistent psychiatric disease at the time of the criminal act. Often used by murderers and serial killers who are actually clinically insane. The percentage of NGRI (not guilty by reason of…

Gun control is a very uneasy topic in our country right now, but i believe use more stricter gun laws won’t help anything.Crimes laws even have a chance to rise because people won’t be able to defend themselves from criminals. According from the article Misfires in Gun Control Debate that a study conducted in 2013 showed that the deaths from homicides is over 500,000, but gun have only killed 350,000 people which is still horrible but shows that guns have only caused some of the problems. If you…

Guns are a controversial topic. Some people think that we should not be allowed to have concealed carry. Others point to the constitution for our right to keep and bear arms. Concealed carry is beneficial to the safety and security of self and others. My father, like many others, has to drive through Ferguson every day on his way to work. He has to drive down the same streets that the infamous Ferguson riots took place. Ferguson is known for being an unsafe neighborhood. Walking the streets or…

Violent crime is a serious issue regarding an individual’s life and health, the two most significant things to our existence, and crime is unevenly distributed between neighborhoods and amongst other cities. The difference in the distribution of violent crime, is clearly noticeable in the different neighborhoods of Saint Louis city, which creates a digital divide between the north and south of the city. Using data from the Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department on crime statistics for the…

Violence in America has a major impact on my life. The violence that takes place in my urban community on a daily basis makes it hard for me to enjoy my childhood. I have to be aware of my surroundings to make sure that I am safe. I do not like the idea of having to think about leaving the house and not making it back in. I can’t go outside, check the mail, or go to the store without a violent act being committed. Children can’t go outside and play in the front yard because people can’t handle…

In a country where one in three Americans own at least one firearm, gun control becomes a little tricky. While proposed legislation, would restrict and regulate future gun purchases, there are already so many guns in circulation. It is very helpful to look to cities that have strict gun laws already in place. Above Jake mentioned that Chicago has fairly tight gun regulations. In a recent report, Chicago saw over 1,000 deaths due to gun violence in the first six months of the year alone. The…