Why Republicans Wore Pearls to a Gun Violence Hearing | NowThis

Republican lawmakers in New Hampshire wore pearl necklaces at this hearing on gun reform, appearing to mock a group of women who've been affected by gun violence. » Subscribe to NowThis: http://go.nowth.is/News_Subscribe These Republicans wore pearl necklaces at a gun reform hearing as victims of gun violence shared their stories of loss. GOP lawmakers wore pearls as gun violence victims testified at a gun reform hearing in New Hampshire. Moms Demand Action said they felt mocked as they advocated for a bill that would let law enforcement confiscate guns of people who pose an immediate risk to themselves or others. 'The implication was clear, they said: These politicians thought gun control activists were ‘clutching their pearls’ in overwrought and self-righteous outrage — and, specifically, female outrage.' The Washington Post, March 5, 2019 These lawmakers say they were given the pearls by an anti-gun control women’s group & wore them in support of women’s 2nd Amendment rights. 14 states have already adopted the legislation that is up for debate in NH. Guns in America and the second amendment is a hot button issue. The House just passed potential new gun laws that would create universal background checks. #NewHampshire #GunViolence #GOP #Republicans #GunReform #MomsDemandAction Connect with NowThis » Like us on Facebook: http://go.nowth.is/News_Facebook » Tweet us on Twitter: http://go.nowth.is/News_Twitter » Follow us on Instagram: http://go.nowth.is/News_Instagram » Find us on Snapchat Discover: http://go.nowth.is/News_Snapchat NowThis is your premier news outlet providing you with all the videos you need to stay up to date on all the latest in trending news. From entertainment to politics, to viral videos and breaking news stories, we’re delivering all you need to know straight to your social feeds. We live where you live.    / nowthisnews   @nowthisnews