I was born and raised in Illinois what happened in our state, on the 4th of July 2022, was predictable. I’m asking political leaders; How many more lives must be ended by weapons of war?
Over the last 24 hours, I have heard some of our leaders say:
“More money for mental health. It’s a health issue.”
“We need to wait and see what type of weapon this was.”
“This is the type of sounds I’ve heard in War.”
“State’s need to make these laws.”
“Illinois has strict gun laws.”
“My family was in danger. I see things in a different light.”
These are only a few of the words which came from the mouth of politician’s commenting on the Illinois 4th of July 2022 massacre through the news channels.
News outlets report the gun was obtained legally. A gun which was designed to kill or cause injury to mass targets and fast. Why? Why, would anyone sale a weapon like this? Why is this legal? If this gun was purchased legally, I’m wondering how the gun shop owner is feeling today. I would like to think they are feeling some sense of remorse. They knew or had to know what this weapon was capable of doing when they took his money and handed him the gun. But, it was a legal sale.
Oh, we have the RED FLAG law! What does that mean? Red flag, red stop sign, red engine light all mean STOP. Something is not right.
A young man got on top of a roof and fired a weapon at a group of people. To our Political leaders, why would you allow this type of gun to be sold? You voted YES to allow this type of gun to be legally sold. Why would you stipulate “RED FLAG” laws if no one is questioning the purchase of these types of guns. There are times when you must take a stand.
Please, stop talking and do something. Do your jobs! Family, friends, Social Media, Senator’s, Congress, President, Law Enforcement, Gun Shops, Governor’s, please don’t remain silent. It’s time.
FIFTY PLUS 