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In reply to the discussion: 40 Armed Gun Advocates Intimidate Mothers Against Gun Violence In A Restaurant Parking Lot [View all]go west young man
(4,856 posts)goes on a killing spree for real. States need to repeal these open carry laws before a psycho uses it as a means of destroying innocent lives. There are way too many of these nut jobs with guns walking around freely. Personally I am not worried about the government taking my right to own a gun away. I am much more worried about nut jobs with guns who may attempt to kill my family and I think every right minded US parent should feel the same way.
The data is in on guns. More deaths occur through negligence, suicide, domestic disputes, hunting accidents, and sheer stupidity than occur through shootouts with bad guys. Having a gun around doesn't reduce your risk it increases it. Ask all the parents of all the kids who have died accidentally since Sandy Hook how they feel about guns now. I bet you they wished they'd never owned one.
And as for all the gun lovers that think my post is ridiculous. Why not get a creative hobby instead and give something back to the planet instead of pursuing such a damaging cause?
I write this as a former marine 0341 mortar man, 1st battalion, 6th marines, 85-88 on veterans day. I've fired loads of weapons but I can't for the life of me understand why our culture is so wrapped up in fear and silliness when it comes to guns. Band assault rifles first. Ban high capacity magazines. Do more extensive checks. No guns for mentally unwell people. And work towards a society that is gun free. That is a noble goal.