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The Second Amendment is being challenged as we speak. You may not read that from most publications, but this is the way I see it. Deerfield, Illinois has banned assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. You are probably asking, “will it hold up in court?” Your answer is, “yes.” The Deerfield ordinance is based on one adopted in Highland Park, Illinois. It was challenged in the court system, and it held up. The courts found it to be a reasonable restriction to the Second Amendment – in compliance with set Constitutional standards.

Thank you for taking the time to contact me about recent proposals related to guns. I appreciate hearing from you about this issue. As you know, on December 14, 2012, an individual in Newtown, Connecticut forced his way into Sandy Hook Elementary School and opened fire on teachers and staff in the building. In total, the perpetrator murdered 20 students between the ages of six and seven years old, as well as six adults, many of whom heroically sought to stop the shooter and save the lives of children. Like many Americans, I was deeply affected by the scope and...