Letter: We all see what needs to be done, except our politicians

The public’s angst, sorrow, outrage and anger about the ongoing mass shootings is palpable. Everywhere you look — newspapers, TV, social media, protests and conversations with friends and colleagues — the same comments and conclusions are made. Enough is enough. We need common-sense gun laws and gun control. Ban assault weapons. Do something!As communities and as a nation, we all agree that action is required now, except for one lonely group of outliers who can only spew platit