After Winfield, we deserve a better conversation on guns

Kansans are looking for practical ways to reduce risk while preserving lawful gun ownership.

In the aftermath of the horrific Aug. 11 Winfield murder-suicide that claimed the lives of four children, neighbor Lisa Spoon did what citizens are supposed to do in a democracy. She contacted her elected representatives and asked them to consider changes to state law that would prohibit convicted felons from purchasing firearms. 

Instead of a thoughtful response, she received a dismissive one from Rep. Rick Wilborn (R-McPherson).

“You folks never miss an opportunity, to promote your gun shaming hypothesis,” Wilborn replied. “More people are killed by illegals with a criminal record. Please spare me.”

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