[LawyerRon]

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"The fact is that guns in general right or wrong are a deterrent."

highrise,
You are perpetuating the myth that guns are a "deterrent" to someone breaking into your home. There's simply no evidence that they act as a deterrent. So what if you own a gun, they'll just wait till you're not home, as most criminals do. Yes, we've all heard about people being "terrorized" in their homes but such crimes are statistically rare compared to your everyday burglary, which, by the way is driven by the need for drug money.

I happen to presently own two guns (sold the rest years ago) and used to shoot in competition. I even have a "50 Straight" patch in Trap. I've also hunted a bit.

However, I'm not advocating banning guns as that's really an unworkable option. I support the right to own guns. My point is many in our society put forth the idea that "guns equal personal safety" and that's simply not true. If a person wants to kill you with a gun, there's not much you can do about it, even if you're armed. He/She will still get the drop on you; shoot you in the back, etc.

If you still think you're safer with a gun, answer this hypothetical:

Suppose you're in a dark movie theater. We'll stipulate that no criminals are present. Everyone was handed a handgun on the way in for their personal safety. Do you still feel "safer" now?

I hope there's no "unstable" people in the audience.