Congresswoman proposes three-pillar approach to combat “perfect storm” of extremism, hate and gun violence that enabled Orlando shooter; Duckworth proposal would better fund counter-terrorism efforts, secure soft-targets like bars & theaters, prevent terrorists from acquiring firearms & help end hate crimes
SCHAUMBURG--(ENEWSPF)--July 5, 2016. After participating in the historic 25-hour sit-in on the House Floor demanding a vote on legislation to prevent gun violence, Congresswoman and Operation Iraqi Freedom combat Veteran Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) today launched a new effort to improve national security by comprehensively and effectively combating a rapidly-growing and . . .
