Bostonherald.com - Fed up with violent video games in the hands of children, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino wants to outlaw sales of the bloody games to minors, a controversial crackdown plan that’s already drawing the ire of teen players and the gaming industry. “Children aged 17 and under should not be sold this stuff, so they are not getting into the hands of 9- and 10-year-olds,” said Larry Mayes, Menino’s chief of human services. Menino’s bold move comes as Boston and Brockton are dealing with much bloodshed on city streets, with the Hub recording 13 murders so far this year. Brockton has seen four killings and scores of shootings. Most of the victims in both cities are teenagers.

So let me get this straight?  There has been a rash of violence in Boston lately and the Mayor’s answer to stop this crime spree is to ban violent video games from kids?  Brilliant!    Well I guess I should just be thankful that he didn’t decide to ban news racks instead.   Because when in doubt, Menino always falls back on one of three things.   Ban newsracks, ban video games or throw a parade.