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Originally Posted by bruce213
I believe part of the problem is "our" gun culture. We have Americans sending out Christmas Cards with a family picture of all holding a gun.
I understand it's a 2nd amendment statement, and that not everyone with a gun will hurt someone. But the prevalence of guns in our society is off the hook. Whether it's greeting cards, games, symbols guns are elevated beyond a simple tool. And yes I am a gun owner.
We need to tackle gun perception, mental illness, and bullying. Along with tightening up some gun laws.
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Agree. Just based on common sense. But in practical terms getting a lot of weapons now in houses out would be impractical. Gun manufacturers should be more responsible though with what they make and sell in the future. A reasonable person probably can tell what a weapon is that has little connection to everyday life and belongs more on a battlefield.
But always keep in mind the lessons of Prohibition. They outlawed booze and soon made the criminals getting it into the US or manufacturing it here rich and very connected.