My home state of Colorado has tried to do that. We have made progress, Mr. President. After the massacre at Columbine, we closed the gun show loophole, which 90% of the American people support. After the tragedy in Aurora, we strengthened background checks in my state. In the wake of the shooting at Club Q, we raised the age to purchase a firearm from 18 to 21. (12:50–12:57)
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