Why do we need another gun law?

The Daily Herald definitely missed the target (pun intended) with its May 25 editorial concerning gun owners.

First, there are more than 23,000 gun laws in the U.S. Why aren't these laws being enforced? Why does Illinois need another gun law? Illinois is one of the most restrictive states regarding gun laws. Chicago has banned guns outright and Daley's police still can't control the gang problem.

Second, the Daily Herald only quoted from the Illinois Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. Just what do you think this group is going to advocate or recommend? Ever hear of the Illinois State Rifle Association?

Third, don't say that there isn't a slippery slope. You insult and offend my and others' intelligence with such prattling.

Every anti-gun group wants the camel's nose under the tent. They salivate at the thought of everyone being gun-less. All anti-gun groups have said over and over again that this is their ultimate goal.

Of course, politicians have round-the-clock body guards. And, most elected officials are exempted from anti-gun laws and termed peace officers, with concealed carry rights. What hypocrisy!

Fourth, what about the estimated two million citizens who protect themselves each year when they can confront a criminal with a firearm and scare them away, prevent others from being harmed or hold them for the police?

And, then you wonder why gun owners won't close ranks with groups such as the Illinois Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence?

Or, go to Springfield. What for? To give away their Second Amendment rights? I don't think so.

Tom Manion

Mount Prospect

(847) 253-7335