An opinion piece from Frank Cerabino highlights a perplexing inconsistency in Florida’s child protection laws, which ban children from attending drag shows while allowing their participation in gun shows. The piece points out that children as young as 12 can attend gun shows, sometimes even for free, despite the evident risks associated with firearms. In contrast, no cases have been reported of children being harmed by drag performances, raising questions about lawmakers’ priorities regarding child safety.
Cerabino cites troubling statistics, noting that Florida ranks high in both gun ownership and unintentional shootings involving children. According to data from Brady United, a significant 85% of fatal unintentional firearm incidents among children occur in homes, often exacerbated by a child’s exposure to firearms at events like gun shows. The opinion argues that, if protecting children is truly the goal, legislators should reevaluate their stance on gun show accessibility rather than demonizing family-friendly drag performances.
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