Still, a 10-year renewal occurring during a Republican dominated adminsitration and congress. If there is a renewal, it won't be for "only" 10 years - it will be permanent. It will probably also name many more rifles that are banned, and give broad authority to the BATFE head to name new rifles to be banned at any time, without the need for a new law to be passed. IOW, say goodbye to your ability to go out and purchase a semi-auto.
If Bush signs this, esp post 9-11, and post endless number of other compromises and exorbitant spending, I'd be in a real quandary. I certainly wouldn't automatically vote for any Republican. Would waver on voting LIbertarian for life. Or Constitution Party if that gets rolling. But the quandary would be for the Presidency itself. Could I really not vote for the Commander and Chief during wartime?
Is there any hope for a filibuster that doesn't allow this to get to him?