Have You Ever Lost Someone To Gun Violence?

Originally Posted by AdmiralAluminum

Yes, beardo, I must say I figured this thread would be derailed by flames 15-20 feet high.

I understand much better now. I see why some have taken offense and that was not my intent. I don't have an issue with anyone responsibly handling a firearm. My position is that, and I know this is where we disagree, with greater restrictions on guns, ownership, availability, and right to bare/carry, the ability of a criminal to have a gun is restricted, because if they are not already in jail, they are just one us, anonymous and free to commit their crimes. If the law of the land is no guns, someone selling, moving or using one is going to attract much more attention and makes it easier for them to be apprehended. If nobody wants guns available, it's preventative. If everyone can have a gun, it's reactionary. Neither one stops crime completely. It's just 2 different approaches.

I guess you believe in Santa Claus too.
All that happens when you make guns illegal is create a big black market for them. Which is where criminals are getting guns now. A convicted felon is this country can not legally own a firearm. I swear I hear more death threats coming from a " bleeding heart" liberal when they are robbed ,mugged, or just car vandalized. People jump on this "band wagon" that guns are the problem. People kill people!! So should I just lay down and die. Well that ain't gonna happen. I hope you never have to eat your words. I wish no ill will on anyone.
Fact is there is a lot a crazy desperate people in the world. Its just smart too be prepared.