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Gun control group throws additional funds into I-594, now at nearly $10 million

by Chris Eger

This week the Bloomberg-backed Everytown for Gun Sense group chipped in an additional $300,000 in funds to the war chest for Washington State's upcoming anti-gun ballot initiative, now funded at $9.45 million.

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Poll suggest both gun initiatives in Washington losing steam (VIDEO)

by Chris Eger

With just three weeks left before the November general election asks voters to decide on two contradictory gun measures, the latest poll shows an apparent drop in numbers on both sides.

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Think tank proposes ‘assault weapon permits’ in place of bans

by Chris Eger

With the 20th anniversary of the original 1994 Assault Weapon Ban as perspective, a noted liberal think tank is suggesting a number of moves to replace the once standard tactic.

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Religious figures come out for gun control in Chicago, Washington

by Chris Eger

Continuing a trend in speaking out against gun rights, clergy in two different regions of the country are publicly supporting gun control measures.

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Federal judge upholds Colorado’s strict 2013 gun laws, says they’re constitutional (VIDEO)

by Chris Eger

A federal judge ruled Thursday that Colorado's draconian new gun laws are constitutional, finding against a group of sheriffs, gun owners, and retailers.

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Obama: Nation should be “ashamed” on gun violence, calls for change (VIDEO)

by Chris Eger

Following recent shootings, President Obama expressed frustration as the White House stated he is prepared to act ‘Administratively, Unilaterally'

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Chicago calling for nationwide background checks, federal gun trafficking law

by Chris Eger

Citing a high murder rate and blaming it on states with loose gun control, Chicago is asking for federal gun trafficking laws as well as expanded background checks.

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