Most Americans believe that "something needs to be done" about assault weapons.
It's easy for Republicans to criticize Beto O'Rourke for his comments about "taking their AK-47s and AR-15s", but it is a serious matter for many Americans.
In fact, there are polls that show the majority of Americans believe "something needs to be done" about these military assault weapons on our street.
The freedom of the right to bear arms must balance the freedom of the people to move about freely without fear or intimidation from these types of weapons.
So, it is not a black and white question for the majority of Americans.
Politically, it is not an issue that is politically favorable for Republicans. Beto O'Rourke said what a lot of people believe needs to be done.
Although there were some media folks that said this would give the Republicans an "issues" for years to come, that is hardly true, according to recent polls. The Democrats should not be fearful of debating this issue.