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While every American feels very sorry for all the pain and suffering that Jim Brady has had to endure, the bill named after him must still be debated openly and honestly.

A few weeks ago, Congressman Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.), chairman of the House Subcommittee on Crime and Criminal Justice, held hearings on the Brady Bill.

Unfortunately, opponents of the bill, including congressmen and expert witnesses, were barred from those hearings. Apparently, Congressman Schumer has about as much respect for the First Amendment as he has shown for the Second.

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