Dear Representative Katko:
I am writing to you concerning the issue of gun control laws
in our nation. I do not own a gun now, but I have in the past. I grew up in a
family of hunters, and I both understand and support the ownership of guns used
in hunting. However, I cannot begin to fathom any supposed justification for the ownership of so-called assault
weapons and equipment related to them (e.g.,
bump stocks, high-capacity magazines, etc.).
Despite the fact that a vast majority of Americans support
restrictions on the types of weapons allowed to be purchased and owned, and
also support stronger background checks before individuals are allowed to
purchase weapons, the vast majority of elected government leaders, including
yourself, seem incapable and unwilling to break away from the inordinate
influence of organizations like the National Rifle Association. What will it
take, Mr. Katko, for you to change your position on this vital matter of
national (and personal) security? How many more times will our schools be
turned into war zones where innocent children and adults are massacred in
hallways that should be safe places for education? I try, but I truly do not
understand why you would continue to vote to make sales of assault weapons
legal. Please help me understand what motivates you about this. Please let me
know what I could do to help you break away from the NRA lobbyists. If you were
to change your positions on this, I would work to support your re-election. As
it stands now, however, I will work tirelessly to support your opponent this
fall.
