We're talking about gun shows. We're talking about should the background check, whether you buy it at K-Mart or a gun show, be the same. Most people say yes. When you start talking guns in this district, it's a very emotional issue, and, if you don't adequately explain your position, people just going think you're going to take your guns. Here hunters shoot for sport as often as they shoot for food.
Guns are a vital part of the local economy and culture.
But just a few weeks ago back in Washington, Stupak took a position many viewed as anti-gun during an emotional House debate on guns and violence. He voted in favor of a new, three-day waiting period for the purchase of guns at gun shows. Stupak's vote drew the attention of the New York Times and USA Today . The National Rifle Association had lobbied him repeatedly to support a shorter waiting period. With so many gun owners and hunters in my district the last vote and this vote are very tough votes for me politically.