They do that to make it seem like they are reasonable, compromising folk and to make the "lesser" restrictions seem reasonable. This gives the impression of "it could have been much worse".

Interesting. Perhaps the judicial system shouldn't plea bargain with domestic abusers and gang members, then they would actually be charged for the felonies they commit and wouldn't be able to even apply for a permit to carry. Plus, that would ensure gun violence drops because according to democrats...

Just read this on the Star Tribune website... Nolan said that when he begins fundraising for 2014, he'll stick to weekends and evenings. He will not, he said, devote four hours a day during his work week. "If it means I'm a one-term congressman, so be it," he said Let's hope so...this guy ...

Democrat legislature and democrat governor for first time in decades...I am quite certain a gun control law will reach Daytons desk and it will be signed. The correct presumption is "how bad"?

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I'm taking my permit to carry class in a few days and will be looking to purchase my first handgun. I own rifles and shotguns and want to enter the world of the handgun. Any suggestions on a reliable, cost- efficient first piece, would be greatly appreciated.