Congressional backing grows for gun control legislation

Tuesday, December 18, 2012 | 4:30 p.m. CST; updated 5:23 p.m. CST, Tuesday, December 18, 2012

WASHINGTON — Congressional gun rights supporters showed an increased willingness Tuesday to consider new legislation to control firearms in the aftermath of the Connecticut school shootings — provided it also addresses mental health issues and the impact of violent video games.

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