[tomwed]

The reason we have a "free world" is because of our laws
Do you suggest ignoring or working around the lawbreakers if there is an easy alternative?

I do.

I grew up in the city. Streetsmarts kept me relatively safe.
[the experience and knowledge necessary to deal with the potential difficulties or dangers of life in an urban environment.]

Let's ignore the DUI laws---we can stay off the roads when they're out

I don't drink and drive. So I don't ignore the laws. But years ago when it was more common I would stay off the roads when I knew there was a lot of celebrating going on.

Let's ignore burglars---we can replace what they steal
I lock the doors.

Let's ignore pedophiles---we don't have any young children living here

I don't worry about pedophies in The Villages. When I have grandchildren I won't be afraid to supervise them at the squares or the pools. I don't want them going through life being afraid of strangers.

Let's ignore ISIS----we can convert to Islam
I don't worry about ISIS in the US. I still fly, go to national monuments, vacation where ever I want. I flew home last week and when I was boarding when I got to my seat there was a computer bag under the seat next to me., no person, no one around. I got the stewardess right away. She told me the owner was in the bathroom at the back of the plane and I did the right thing. So I'm aware of my surroundings but I don't worry.

Where do we draw the line on which rules to enforce and which to allow violations?

Pee Wee Herman has a right to park his bike at a biker bar, and order a sasperella but if you ask my street smart friends, I think they will agree that he's asking for trouble.

I've never felt safer than I do now. I want others to think it out too. That's my point.