Reed: We Need to Get to the Root Cause of School Shootings
2/20/2018 3:59:52 PM
By Dave Rowley, News Director
Congressman Tom Reed says action is needed to get to the root cause of school shootings taking place across the country, but he says it's still important to protect the 2nd Amendment. Reed spoke about the latest mass shooting that occurred last Wednesday in Parkland, Florida. During a conference call on Tuesday with area media, including WDOE News, Reed said more than one approach is needed...
Tom Reed: not just one approach
The Corning Republican says he stands firm behind the 2nd Amendment, but is willing to discuss a number of issues to get at the root cause...
Tom Reed: need to get to the root cause
Reed does believe the nation needs to take a serious look at the issue of mental illness. He says it's the "common theme" for each of the individuals involved in such mass shootings.