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President Obama Is Fed Up With ‘Routine’ Killings in America
"The reporting is routine, my response here at this podium is routine, the conversation in the aftermath of it — we've become numb to this," said President Obama in a candid speech expressing both his exasperation and disappointment with the state of gun legislation in the United States.
In a statement after the recent college shooting in Oregon, Obama did not mince his words. Without going into specifics, he openly called out elements in the US Congress that have repeatedly opposed stricter gun laws, making it impossible for him to implement effective gun control in the country.
Barely a month ago, the tragedy in Roanoke that saw two journalists gunned down on live TV brought the issue to the forefront of public debate; just as each tragic incident of gun violence has done before. And yet, Obama pointed out, there has been a woeful unwillingness to even discuss the possibility of increased regulation for gun ownership in the United States.
A Tribute to the Victims of the Roanoke Shooting, Alison Parker and Adam Ward, in Virginia, August 2015
Photo Credit: WDBJ7
Being careful not to target “responsible, law-abiding gun owners,” Obama once again stressed the important of implementing “common sense gun safety laws” in the country — simple rules and requirements that will make it harder for people with ill intent to get their hands on dangerous firearms.
While he expressed his condolences to those affected in Oregon, the better part of the speech was an outpouring of frustration, bordering on anger. Stating that “our thoughts and prayers are not enough,” he urged Americans to do more than simply commiserate with the victims and their families; to react with outrage rather than sad resignation.
A vigil is held for the victims of the Umpqua Community College shooting in Rosenburg, Oregon.
Image Source: Washington Post
The Washington Post reports that every calendar week during Obama’s presidency has been marred by a mass shooting. As his tenure comes to an end, the president was visibly upset, closing with the hope that he would not have to give another speech like this anytime soon, but noting that there was no guarantee, given the recent history of gun violence in America.
Watch President Obama’s full speech below and weigh in with your thoughts on this ongoing controversial issue.
Article Sources: Mic.com, Huffington Post
Main Image Photo Credit: ksat.com
Dilshad Burman
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Dilshad Burman is an award winning TV host and Canadian media personality. Born in Mumbai, India, she was surrounded by its creative energy and grew up with a passion for music, film and television. While completing her Bachelor of Arts in English literature from The University of Mumbai, she i...
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