Fox News
September 25, 2013
Secretary of State John Kerry on Wednesday signed a controversial U.N. treaty
on arms regulation, riling U.S. lawmakers who vow the Senate will not ratify the
agreement.
As he signed the document, Kerry called the treaty a “significant step” in
addressing illegal gun sales, while claiming it would also protect gun rights.
“This is about keeping weapons out of the hands of terrorists and rogue
actors. This is about reducing the risk of international transfers of
conventional arms that will be used to carry out the world’s worst crimes. This
is about keeping Americans safe and keeping America strong,” he said. “This
treaty will not diminish anyone’s freedom. In fact, the treaty recognizes the
freedom of both individuals and states to obtain, possess, and use arms for
legitimate purposes.”
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Wednesday, September 25, 2013
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