I'm afraid it does. it demonstrates how easily any such law can be perverted by simply changing the definition of "mental illness." Being a "white nationalist" (a vaguely defined term) can be labeled a mental illness. Hoplophila can be designated a mental illness. Being a registered member of a particular party can be tagged a mental illness. Posting on the wrong political forum? Mental illness. The Soviet Russians used this technique to lock up millions of people in asylums. They would be proud of this effort underway in the US.
@Cyber LibertyYes, as you said, "it demonstrates how easily any such law can be perverted by simply
changing the definition of "mental illness." Being a "white nationalist" (a vaguely defined term) can be labeled a mental illness."
Harris said: "We need to take action to keep guns out of the hands of
dangerous people and stop violent, hate-fueled attacks before they happen," Harris said in a statement. "By focusing on confronting these domestic terror threats, we can save lives."
Changing the definition of "mental illness"Right now, the DSM V, is what an examiner uses to put certain behaviors into a mental diagnosis. Perhaps there will be a new category called "Dangerous Person", with a list of behaviors that fit into that category. Behaviors could be:
1. "Bought a gun".
2. "Took new gun home."
Diagnosis - "Dangerous Person" - contact police to remove gun from person.