Diane Black appears to be on our team.

[gregintenn]

Dear Mr. Herbert,

 

Thank you for contacting me concerning gun control and our 2nd Amendment rights.  I appreciate you taking the time to express your thoughts on this important issue. 

 

As you may know, the tragedies in Newtown, Connecticut and Aurora, Colorado have prompted some lawmakers to consider new weapons bans, such as the recent legislation proposed by Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) which would prohibit the sale, transfer, importation and manufacturing of so-called "assault weapons" as well as large ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds. 

 

While I believe that these horrific events warrant a serious discussion on what can be done to prevent future violence, I do not believe that greater government restrictions on gun ownership offer a viable solution to this problem and am not supportive of additional firearm bans; including the AR-15 rifle. 

 

As a firearm owner and supporter of responsible gun ownership, I believe that our 2nd Amendment rights are fundamental and must be protected. The discussion on gun control by the main stream media and some of my colleagues in Congress will only treat the symptoms of these tragic events, doing little to address the root cause behind how these incidents occur. Furthermore, they operate on the completely misguided premise that criminals will obey gun laws. 

 

Instead of this approach, we must work to strengthen families and empower parents to provide safe home environments for their children and to recognize aggressive behaviors early on. Additionally, we must work with our communities to curb the trend of desensitization to violence, profanity and other high-risk behaviors glamorized by videogames and movies that often consume children's time, and shift to a culture that respects the sanctity and value of each innocent human life. 

 

As a nurse for more than 40 years, I believe we must be prepared for a conversation on school violence as it relates to mental health. While many details remain unclear regarding the motives of the gunmen in the Newtown, Connecticut and Aurora, Colorado tragedies, we know that these individual were among the millions of Americans with a mental disorder, and may have benefitted from treatment options or more frequent opportunities to speak with counselors. Examples such as this are among the many reasons I continue to advocate for patient-centered healthcare reforms that will offer those facing mental disabilities access to the care that they need.

 

As discussion continues over what can be done to stop future acts of violence and keep our citizens safe, rest assured that I will work to achieve these goals in a way that upholds the provisions of 2nd Amendment and protects the rights of private citizens.

 

 

 

Sincerely,

Diane Black

I will accept this!

[Guest 6.8 AR]

I will, for the time being. If she changes her mind is what I'm worried about with her. When she says something to the effect of,

"it isn't the schools, it's the making of schools and other places into gun free zones that contributes to the problem. Get rid of those

and work with diligence by enforcing laws that already keep criminal and guns separate, plus accepting that mental illness is a

problem", I will gladly back her.

 

It's a start, though.

[wjh2657]

Dianne Black is strictly a D.C. person. She will do whatever works for her in the capitol. It might be to our advantage or it might go against us, but it will definetely work for her! We need another Republican  to replace her. She is no different than any of the other career politicians and she has been there too long. We need somebody with really close ties to the people of the area she represents and to take a Tennessee perspective on Federal legislation. She is my Congressman/woman (I lose track of what is PC!) and I just don't trust her, she is bought just like the rest.

[Guest TNrepublican1]

I've known Diane for years. She is a lifetime NRA member and a pretty good shot too! She is firmly planted on our team. I trust her to protect our rights.

[gregintenn]

Dianne Black is strictly a D.C. person. She will do whatever works for her in the capitol. It might be to our advantage or it might go against us, but it will definetely work for her! We need another Republican  to replace her. She is no different than any of the other career politicians and she has been there too long. We need somebody with really close ties to the people of the area she represents and to take a Tennessee perspective on Federal legislation. She is my Congressman/woman (I lose track of what is PC!) and I just don't trust her, she is bought just like the rest.

She is most definitely a politician, but could you please give me some examples of legislation she's been on the wrong side of?

 

I feel that today, she is the best representation I have in D.C.

Edited January 12, 2013 by gregintenn