Action To End Gun Violence

This morning I attended a "Demand Action" event at the Dodge Rec Center in support of common-sense gun violence legislation.  Organized by Mayors Against Illegal Guns and the OFA, we heard inspiring messages and calls to action from Mayor Coleman, members of City Council, a preacher, and a mother whose son was murdered by a gunman.

The best line came from Mayor Mike.  In 2005, he signed a local law prohibiting the carrying of assault weapons in the City of Columbus.  That same year, the NRA was scheduled to have its annual convention in Columbus.  The NRA told Coleman if he signed the bill, they'd move their convention elsewhere. 

"I signed the bill," said Coleman, "and sure enough, they held their convention in another city.  Would've loved their tourism dollars, but good riddance!"

Got a good laugh and a lot of applause.  Amen, Mayor.  Amen.