Tragedy, Obama proposal spark state gun proposals

HELENA — As new gun laws are considered in the wake of recent mass shootings, the debate over such proposals in Montana is ramping up.

One state senator has claimed that gangs of thieves are stalking gun owners, and a state representative is moving to resist any attempt to ban assault rifles.

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David Phillip, left, and Kelly Phillip of Missoula pose at a pro-gun rally at the state Capitol on Saturday, Jin Helena. Rallies were held across the country this weekend to raise concerns about possible new gun legislation that could affect gun owners' rights in the wake of the schoo...