… So what can Americans expect to see in the wake of the Oregon shooting? Probably nothing at the federal level. In fact, since Sandy Hook, support for gun rights has actually risen, according to a 2014 Pew study. The National Rifle Association (NRA), widely regarded as one of the most powerful lobbies in Washington, has recently been joined on its right flank by the even more strident Gun Owners of America. CONT.
Andrew Shell, Georgetown Public Policy Review
Recent polls: Guns