Another week, another shooting followed by more Thoughts and Prayers. At the federal level, Republicans make it clear that is all they are willing to do as innocent Americans are slaughtered, almost always with legally obtained AR-15 style assault rifles.
Democrats in the Michigan Legislature also offer sincere thoughts and prayers, but are continuing to move forward with action on common-sense gun safety laws that have the support of an overwhelming majority of Michiganders.
We are joined this week by the chair of the state House Criminal Justice Committee, Representative Kara Hope, on gun safety as well as protecting election workers from threats of violence.
News Stories We Are Following This Week

Michigan is passing gun safety laws. Most counties may not enforce them – Bridge Michigan
Democratic gun safety laws met with a shrug in Michigan gun country – Bridge Michigan
After Nashville shooting, Senate chaplain makes rare plea to lawmakers – The Washington Post
In Congress, little urgency to address gun violence with legislation – The Washington Post
What top Republican lawmakers said about the Nashville school shooting – The Washington Post
Legislature’s three-month sprint reflects sea change in Michigan politics
GOP lawmakers override veto of transgender bill in Kentucky – AP News
West Virginia governor signs ban on gender-affirming care – AP News
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel calls income tax cut temporary. Republicans express fury – Bridge Michigan
On second look, Michigan’s COVID death rate wasn’t so bad, study finds – Bridge Michigan