New book regurgitates the same old tired gun control propaganda.
The only thing – sort of – ‘new’ is that the author is attempting to provide cover using the imprimatur of the Church. Deceit most foul.
New book explores intersection of faith, firearms in America
………Most importantly, Austin doesn’t shy away from the controversial claim of some Christians that they have something of a sacred duty to use guns to protect themselves and others in their community.
“For many,” Austin writes, “God and guns are like hot dogs and apple pie. They are part of what is means to be an American and even an American Christian.”………….
In brief, succinct passages, he lays out his plan for civic action.
First, he proposes universal background checks for all gun purchases.
Second, he sets a goal to expand the conditions governing who can purchase firearms.
Third, he lays out the case for a federal “red flag” law to remove guns from citizens in mental distress.
Fourth, he calls for the repeal of “stand-your-ground” laws. Fifth is the establishment of a mandatory federal gun safety course.
Austin’s proposal to ban the sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines will be controversial. He also suggests it would be prudent to require liability insurance for gun owners and users.