Hey, I know we're all enjoying sniping at each other, but Dems are filibustering for gun control

[auntpurl]

RIGHT NOW!!

http://addictinginfo.org/2016/06/15/senate-democrats-launch-a-filibuster-over-gun-reform-live-video/

I know this will get locked, just hoping people will see it before then!

EDITED TO ADD: I look forward to seeing Hillary and Bernie's responses to this filibuster!

[Maru Kitteh]

1. I just saw that on TV and have started looking for a way to support that effort!

Thanks auntpurl!

[auntpurl]

4. You're welcome!

It's really good right now. The Dems sound so reasonable, and are proposing such sensible, common-sense laws. They're making sure to hit the basic arguments every once in a while, so people tuning in can keep up.

[okasha]

2. Thanks!

Send this around on social media, too.

[auntpurl]

6. Yeah - I'm going to.

You're welcome!

[yallerdawg]

3. Why would it it get locked?

We ARE the "Dems" - aren't we?

Interrupting consideration of the Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Act, Murphy demanded that Senate Republicans take up a clean cut vote on closing the gun show loophole, and banning people on terrorist watch lists.

Go Democratic Senators!!!

[auntpurl]

5. GDP - wrong forum.

This isn't about the primaries. I just thought people should see it - sometimes GDP is like a black hole and you don't check the other forums for HOURS.

[msanthrope]

8. It's clearly GDP if the OP edits to include wishes that Senator Sanders joins.

He has not conceded.

[yallerdawg]

10. Well, we did have 2 Democratic candidates with differing views on "guns."

And since the "end of the primaries" is "delayed."

Most appropriate right here!

[auntpurl]

15. You're right!

Thanks!

[msanthrope]

7. I look forward to Senator Sanders joining.....edit your OP and it is clearly GDP. nt

[auntpurl]

9. Clever you.

Done! Don't know if it covers, but it's worth a shot! I think this is hugely important. Dems with a f*cking spine!!!!

[msanthrope]

11. I can argue like a Philadelphia lawyer. nt

[auntpurl]

12. ...

[msanthrope]

13. We, the People, need to sue the manufacturers into the ground. nt

[auntpurl]

18. I really want to hear Repub Senators respond to this filibuster

What can they possibly say that makes ANY sense?? The Dem's comments are so sensible, so reasonable, and so common-sense - and of course the majority of Americans are in favor of sensible gun control laws!

[msanthrope]

22. I want a response from current candidates.... only one can go on the senate floor

[auntpurl]

23. Yes, it would be great if Bernie participated

and shared his clear and direct views on this issue. I don't feel like I have a clear idea of where Bernie stands on gun control reform.

[Demsrule86]

14. Bernie supports must be so upset

Sanders is against gun control.

[yallerdawg]

16. Hillary's with you, auntpurl!

@HillaryClinton
Some fights are too important to stay silent. Preventing gun violence is one of them. Stand strong @ChrisMurphyCT.

https://twitter.com/HillaryClinton/status/743157530780655616

Oh - and enjoy the comments.

[auntpurl]

17. It's good to know exactly where she stands

And of course Hillary has been very clear that this is a huge issue for her throughout her campaign. I've admired how direct and forceful she's been on the issue.

It would be good if Bernie were a bit more clear on his views.

[okasha]

20. Any word whether he's participating in the filibuster?

[auntpurl]

21. I hadn't heard that.

I would certainly love to see him participate, and would appreciate knowing his clear and direct views on the topic.

[okasha]

25. He's in Washington.

He should be there.

[Maru Kitteh]

19. I love that this thread continues!

Perhaps there's a bit of hope for some unity after all

[auntpurl]

27. I hope all thinking people can come together on this issue!

[Downtown Hound]

24. Point this out next time somebody tells you there's no difference between the Democratic and

Republican parties.

[auntpurl]

26. Yes! I feel very proud to be a Democrat right now.

I mean, always, but right now especially.

[auntpurl]

28. Bed time for me now, kids.

It's 11:30pm here. Keep it kicked if you think, as I do, that all Democrats/Liberals/Progressives should be watching this amazing filibuster! Democrats at their very best. I feel extremely proud to be a Democrat, even more so than others.

Night night!

[YouDig]

29. Living in the UK, you must have a special appreciation of how insane our gun laws are.

And insane is what they are. Imagine how many lives would be saved if we adopted Britain's laws. Or any other country.

[Quayblue]

30. This makes me proud.

I'm extra glad to see it. Bout time!

And I'm glad to see President Obama express himself. He looked pissed off. I think that catalyzed it as well.

[eastwestdem]

31. Good for them! nt