Gun Control & Safety

In light of the recent tragedy in Newtown there has been much discussion, as there typically is when such gun related tragedy strikes, about gun control and whether or not tighter restrictions on guns would reduce the risk of such events occurring again.  What do you think?  Read up on the recent tragedy (at NY Times or Google News or CNN or other site of your choice) and review this research site for information and then present you opinion in a new blog post.  Back up your thoughts and opinions with information or examples from what you read.