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I Support the Second Amendment

I really do. But I want to ask a question because I honestly do not understand something.

Other then a hand gun or any rifle you would use in hunting, why does anyone actually need automatics/semi automatic guns, shotguns, or any other type of gun. You can not honestly say it's for self defense. I don't believe it.

A hand gun will protect you. A hunting rifle will help you hunt for food. All other types of guns are meant for killing. No one needs them outside if the armed services.

That's why I believe that every type of gum that is not a hand gun or a hunting rifle should be illegal to own. And I do believe the government should make law all guns except hand guns and rifles illegal.

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Tatsumi · 31-35, M

Do you even know what the 2nd amendment is? Its purpose was to combat government tyranny through the use of militias. Pretty good reason for as much weaponry as possible. Personally. I think fuck the 2nd amendment. We should ban guns like Aulstralia did in the 90s.

And. Bra. All guns are made for killing. That's their only use.

Also, most legal firearms are used for intimidation. Not self-defense. Via Harvard research.

xSharp · 31-35, M

the church shooter was shot by an NRA consultant using his assault rifle, so yes we do need assault rifles and the training to use them in the hands and heads of every man woman and child.

and as for using pistols for self defense? never bring a pistol to an automatic gun fight.. even if the pistol itself is automatic.

Jackaloftheazuresand · 26-30, M

I'll ask you then, would you just give up in a situation where the government comes for you? You know what the best option is, disarm everyone at once

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Tatsumi · 31-35, M

@Jackaloftheazuresand What other fronts? I wasn't aware you mentioned any.

I will say one thing, in order to bridge the gap. Switzerland has a high ownership of civilian firearms; however, they have an extremely small homicide rate. That proves it's possible for civilians to be responsible with firearms. But, American culture is diverse and not homogeneous. The same kind of thing I highly question the possibility of, in America. What fronts were you referencing?

Power corrupts--as it has been doing. The people have no need of power. In fact, that power is in their direct disinterest, as shown by half a million deaths in 16 years.

Arms are not the same thing as firearms. They habe an inherenly positive use. More positive uses, in fact. They can be weapons, but their sole purpose is not murder. The same pro-gun argument for vehicles.

Apparently, you don't need real-world statistics, because you've already decided to cut the leg off.

A bank could decide to steal all your money. Do you still leave your money in their hands?

Jackaloftheazuresand · 26-30, M

@Tatsumi For one, check ins with guns instead of the one and done we have. It was also mentioned once that the US does not pay enough attention to the quality of the mental health in the general populace and you said it here just now that the culture differs from Switzerland, I'd like to see a more responsible class of people.

I can't say much to this part, I just disagree on that thought.

They are always related to weaponized equipment, firearms also have multiple purposes and the better thing to say is that their sole purpose is violent in nature.

I have already said that I don't accept your parallel and I gave that partial answer only because of your insistence. You cannot put the two together and continue to use that since I told you it was an imperfect representation. I have made my plan on the actual situation and not the cancer scenario.

I don't use banks, that's the truth too. The interest is not enough of an incentive for me and I don't trust them.

Tatsumi · 31-35, M

@Jackaloftheazuresand Ma ii. Okay. We have inherent difference of opinion. I would like to continue, but I don't really have the patience or fortitude necessary for a reasonable or responsible debate, right now, alas.

Though, you did make several points I haven't heard before; I will think on further.

SerenitiesScars · 31-35, M

It's instated within the constitution so that the Government can never have more power than the masses... A.K.A... If the people had to overthrow the government they would have the means to do so... Hence your right as a citizen to bear the same arms that your government possesses...

MrBrownstone · 46-50, M

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SW-User

So ,what do you think needs to be done about preventing this ? Got any suggestions? @MrBrownstone

Lefty63

The bad people will always have whatever type of gun they want they can be easily made in your own home.
If we are ever invaded I want to know I have a chance good luck with you revolver or your shotgun. Just remember it was our government and parents that created the bad ones so don’t be knocking the law biding citizens who happen to enjoy the sport of target shooting with all their guns and remember this no citizens can own a automatic gun those are for military and law enforcement only. !!!

SW-User

Simple...because the criminals and government have them.

wiltingflower · 51-55, F

I agree..it is not necessary for Civilians to have access to weapons that are designed for the military!

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