The episodes of violence in our community is obvioious. Gun control is not the answer. We need to control the culture of violence in this country. Children do not need to learn that "killing" is a game or a sport. Violent videos, movies and sports need to be controlled....not guns.

our culture of violence which is sweeping across this globe!

Nineteen mass shootings in five years--no action. The typical gun rights advocates respond in the same way--more guns are the answer, any gun control represents a violation of their 2nd amendment rights, do not politicize the tragedy, and then we're stuck again. I propose to change the debate. One's right to own a gun does not supercede other's rights to be protected from gun use and gun violence. Therefore, I propose national "Protection from Gun Violence" be presented throughout the country as a potential Amendment to the Constitution.

We've all heard the National Rifle Association's slogan that "Guns Don't Kill People, People Kill People." But after all the mass shootings deaths that America has suffered recently, even the N.R.A. must admit that while guns by themselves don't kill people, guns certainly make it easier for one person to kill an awful lot of other people very quickly. I experienced the helpless terror of someone threatened by a masked gunman with a semiautomatic weapon when one entered my place of employment in fall 2010. Fortunately, that young man chose not to kill anyone but himself, but I don't think that more guns would have helped the situation. If we'd all been armed and had all opened fire on the gunman, we probably would have just wounded or killed each other accidentally.

The 27 murders by semi-automatic pistols in CT dramatize, once again, the need to ban assault weapons. Every US citizen is at risk of being murdered in public by a madman using such weapons. You, I or anyone could be next.

The problem with "fantasy petitions" such as the recent one "Gun Control. Now." by Staci S. (and other similar ones) and realistic proposals if concerned individuals - and their legislators - truly wish to take positive action.

Addressing the gaming software industry and their contribution to the senseless violent gun deaths of innocent people. While I have not been directly affected it bothers me that our son, like most people, does not accept the emotional numbing affect of the numerous "games" with violent killing by gunfire.

The excuse of 2nd Amendment Rights is a falsehood. Maybe if it pertained to Muskets would be more valid. Guns should be as rigid as Auto Insurance rules.

Enough already. Politicians, take note: from now on, if you want my vote, take a stand for gun control. Period.

Keep guns

In light of the recent tragedy at Sandy Hook, CT and the increased perception of public violence involving guns (in particular those crimes involving high power firearms capable of automatic or high rate burst discharge), it is time to reestablish a common sense approach to gun control, regulation and ownership. This petition calls for a re-examination of gun control policy and protocols but in no way is meant to inhibit legal, responsible owners from their rights. Protection of our future generations within reason and responsibly should be a top priority as a nation.

Westboro Baptist Church is coming to CT to picket at the funerals of the children and adults who were murdered on Dec 14th at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT. This group hates all people. Gays, soldiers, etc... It celebrates murder and death in every way shape and form.