Donald Trump and maga Republicans have votes to create gun safety laws to prevent automatic weapons from slaughtering American kids

Mass shootings keep killing children. We need better gun laws. | Opinion published in the Houston Chronicle

How many more must die before gun laws are passed❓

Regarding “Minneapolis, a series of shootings and the grim realities of a tough summer,” (Aug. 29): Following the tragic shooting in Minneapolis, which resulted in the loss of two innocent lives and left 17 others injured, it is undeniable that Americans have demonstrated a profound lack of courage in addressing gun violence.

This pattern of inaction is not unique to Minneapolis. It has been a recurring theme in numerous other shootings across the country, including those in El Paso, Santa Fe, Uvalde and Sutherland Springs Church. Despite the devastating consequences of these tragedies, Americans have consistently failed to take decisive action to curb gun violence.

Instead of demanding meaningful change, ❗Americans, instead, resort to superficial gestures such as voting for candidates who have facilitated the easy access to military-style firearms to the shooters. They engage in rituals like prayer sessions and purchase “Texas Strong” T-shirts, as if these actions alone can solve the problem.💢

The most concerning aspect of this behavior is the tendency of Americans to forget about these tragedies quickly. 😟😡😓

Instead of demanding action and holding their elected representatives accountable, they revert to their usual pattern of inaction. This pattern of forgetfulness is a stark reminder that Americans are not as courageous as they may seem.


It is clear Americans would rather tuck tail, forget and run instead of demanding action from our elected officials.


God help us.  From John Cobarruvias, in Houston