Roundhouse Gun Ban

November 5, 2021 – After a decision to ban guns at the New Mexico State Capitol, our Line panel discusses the implications, both from safety and political perspectives. The panel considers the issue of intimidation, and the impact this could have on the Governor if she’s politically linked to the decision.

Host: Gene Grant

Line Opinion Panelists:
Dan Foley, former House Minority Whip
Michael Bird, former President, American Public Health Association
Inez Russell Gomez, editorial page editor, Santa Fe New Mexican    

For More Information:

New Mexico imposes firearms ban at state Capitol building – Las Cruces Sun-News

Banning weapons at the Roundhouse is a wise decision – Santa Fe New Mexican

Dems ram through near-total firearm ban at the Roundhouse during closed-door meeting – Pinon Post

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This segment is part of our #YourNMGov project, in collaboration with KUNM radio. Support for public media provided by the Thornburg Foundation.