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Post by flhuntress on Jan 25, 2004 10:53:21 GMT -5
it was about myths,truths,and stupidities.
it was great...they interviewed criminals about guns and the criminals flat out said that more gun control didn't mean squat because they'd get the guns no matter what and only law abiding citizens would be the only ones directly effected.
they also did a survey or study in regards to the brady bill and found that it hasn't done one bit of good.
i'll try to find a link or something more about it.
it was a great show.
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Post by flhuntress on Jan 25, 2004 11:01:12 GMT -5
Myth No. 3 — Guns are Bad
America is notorious for its culture of gun violence. Guns sometimes do cause terrible harm, and many kids are killed every year in gun accidents. But public service announcements and news stories make it seem as if the accidents kill thousands of kids every year.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, however, fewer than 100 kids 15 and under are killed in gun accidents every year. Of course that's horrible, and I understand why demonstrators say we need more gun control.
But guess what? The Centers for Disease Control recently completed a review of studies of various types of gun control: background checks, waiting periods, bans on certain guns and ammunition. It could not document that these rules have reduced violent crime.
The government wants to say things like the Brady Gun Control Law are making a difference, but they aren't. Some maximum security felons I spoke to in New Jersey scoffed at measures like the Brady law. They said they'll have no trouble getting guns if they want them.
A Justice Department study confirmed what the prisoners said. But get this: the felons say that the thing they fear the most is not the police, not time in prison, but, you, another American who might be armed.
It's a reason many states are passing gun un-control. They're allowing citizens to carry guns with them; it's called concealed carry or right to carry. Some women say they're comforted by these laws.
Many people are horrified at the idea of concealed carry laws, and predict mayhem if all states adopt these laws.
But surprise, 36 states already have concealed carry laws, and not one reported an upsurge in gun crime.
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Post by noonebil on Jan 25, 2004 13:50:58 GMT -5
Would have loved to have seen it. Problem is that the gun grabbers dont care about the truth. They have tunnel vision & anything that is contrary to their goal is ignored or vilified. Look at the current assault weapon ban. How does a pistol grip or bayonnet lug make a gun any more or less deadly to humans. I could take a single shot 22 or pellet rifle & kill someone if I choose. Banning guns isn't the answer. Enforcing laws that penalize criminals for using guns is what needs to happen. Oh well. It will probably be a battle that rages on forever.  |
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Post by Shorthair on Jan 25, 2004 20:37:24 GMT -5
Ah the truth. I love to hear the truth and it ain't often you hear on ABC News.  |
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Post by hunt4fun1 on Jan 25, 2004 23:46:23 GMT -5
Yeah...the Liberal media tellin the truth?.......what's next?
Just like the old saying goes: "If guns are outlawed, the bad guys will be the only ones with em".
noonebil is on the right track. Tougher laws. Prison is NOT rehab!!! it is a punishment for doing something WRONG!!! You do your time and when it's over, the penal system might let you out to see if you can function in society with minimal rights.
Here's a novel idea:
If you commit a crime where a firearm is displayed, you get 10 years with NO chance of parole.
If you commit a crime where a firearm is discharged, you get 20 years with NO chance of parole.
If you commit a crime and someone is shot and lives, you get LIFE with NO chance of parole.
If you commit a crime and MURDER someone, you become a contestant for the death penalty.
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Post by deerslayer11 on Jan 25, 2004 23:50:43 GMT -5
I always thought that if you run out of the store or whatever with a gun, the cops shouldnt do anything besides shoot you. Its cheaper for a funeral than to feed some one for the years it takes for this countries corrupt ass judicial system to finally convict you, and get done with your 500 appeals.  |
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Post by MPB on Jan 26, 2004 21:01:48 GMT -5
Add a flat rate tax and you're Texas' next Senator!  I'll vote for ya! >Here's a novel idea: >If you commit a crime where a firearm is displayed, >you get 10 years with NO chance of parole. >If you commit a crime where a firearm is discharged, >you get 20 years with NO chance of parole. >If you commit a crime and someone is shot and lives, >you get LIFE with NO chance of parole. >If you commit a crime and MURDER someone, you >become a contestant for the death penalty. |
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