Do Now: Make a list of reasons “for” and

“against” stricter gun control laws.

Objectives: Students will be able to…(1) form an opinion (2) analyze a video for key information

Homework: Find an article (Not on the Washington Shooting) on a news website on gun control and write a 2 paragraph summary.

Background and Major Events

2nd Amendment of the Constitution – Right to Bear Arms

Gun Control Act (1968)Done in response to JFK assassinationThe legislation expanded licensing dealers, made it illegal to to mail order long guns, and it also established that convicted felons, drug users, and the mentally ill can be prohibited from possessing firearms.

Brady Act (1993) Passed by ClintonThis established a five day waiting period and mandatory background check for handgun purchases as well as setting up the National Instant Background Check System (NICS) that is used today for every purchase performed through an FFL dealer.

Recent Court CasesDistrict of Colombia vs. Heller – Got rid of DC’s handgun banMcDonald vs. Chicago – Struck down a handgun ban in Chicago

Some recent events that have brought gun control laws to the news

DebatesMake two columns in your notes, one labeled “for” and the other “against” As you watch the video clips I want you to jot down reasons for and against stricter gun control lawsFox News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xa7Fn2stDGQ CNN https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ror9v2LwHoY

Ticket to leave (I’m collecting)

In 4-5 sentences, do you think we need stricter gun control in this country? Use at least one piece of evidence.