A gun control group backed by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, shown here May 30, is sending out gun control talking points for the Thanksgiving dinner table. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Michael Bloomberg's gun control group issues talking points for Thanksgiving dinner
Mayors Against Illegal Guns, the liberal gun control group bankrolled by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, has sent out gun control talking points for supporters as they approach their friends and relatives.
"Everyone has friends and relatives with strong opinions and shaky facts," the email informs supporters. "You can help set the table straight — all you need is this simple guide to Talking Turkey about guns!"
The email features a Thanksgiving-themed graphic highlighting answers to refute arguments against gun control.
"This Thanksgiving, when talk around the table turns to politics and current events, you can help set the record straight on some of the most common myths about guns," the graphic reads.
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