In a recent press conference, several mayors from the Twin Cities rallied for significant reforms aimed at reducing gun violence, insisting that state and federal inaction leaves cities no choice but to take matters into their own hands. Bloomington Mayor Tim Busse, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter highlighted their call for a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, underscoring the urgency of their initiative in the wake of a tragic shooting that claimed the lives of two schoolchildren.
Frey articulated a critical need for these measures, arguing that “weapons of war are in the hands of people who should never have the opportunity to use them,” reflecting a broader concern shared by approximately 67% of Americans. The mayors are also stressing the necessity for enhanced mental health resources, emphasizing that community safety must be prioritized as a bipartisan issue that transcends partisan politics.
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