Surprising editorial
Let’s be clear about our position. If there was evidence that an assault weapons ban would decrease crime, lower the murder rate or make any other positive contribution, it would be difficult to oppose.
But that evidence doesn’t exist. In the 18 months since the federal ban expired, national crime rates have not increased. When the ban was in existence, it did nothing to deter criminals from acquiring the most fearsome weapons.
Actually, it’d be very easy to oppose if it lowered the muder rate. You know, that pesky second amendment and all. Still, good for the paper for noting there was no impact on crime.
