Amendment Quote by Al Gore
![“I think that we should ban so-called junk guns. I think we should ban assault weapons like the weapons used here [in Fort Worth], yes. I think that the kinds of weapons that have no legitimate use for hunting or the kind of weapon that a homeowner would use, I think they should be banned, yes…” quote by Al Gore](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ea8/al-gore-609_amendment_i-think-that-we-should-ban-so-called-jun_3199994.jpg)
“I think that we should ban so-called junk guns. I think we should ban assault weapons like the weapons used here [in Fort Worth], yes. I think that the kinds of weapons that have no legitimate use for hunting or the kind of weapon that a homeowner would use, I think they should be banned, yes, those kind of weapons.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Gun Control Debate, 2015
Advocates banning weapons lacking legitimate civilian use, especially assault-style guns.
In simple terms: Ban guns that aren’t needed for hunting or home defense.
Key Takeaway
Support stricter gun regulations.
Themes
public safety
rights
policy
violence
Mood
serious
urgent
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- legislative hearings
- community meetings
- media interviews
Key Concepts
Second Amendment
public health
political advocacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines “legitimate” civilian use?
- How to address enforcement?
A Different Perspective
Balancing rights with safety is complex.
