Gun Control & RKBA
In reply to the discussion: "Attempted Robbery Near Goudy School Turns Fatal When Victim Shoots Robber" [View all]MillennialDem
(2,367 posts)Days alive: 13,140 (slightly less but close enough)
Days without a CCW or a gun: 13,140 (maybe 13,135, I have shot my grandfather's guns a few times)
Number of negligent discharges: 0
Number of improper uses: 0
Number of times victimized: 0.
That said, these anecdotes are not proof of anything. One has to admit that AS THE FALSIFIABLE DATA STANDS RIGHT NOW guns cause more harm than good (as far as physical injuries). Maybe we need to do some better data and maybe the current data we have is incorrect. But to argue that guns cause more good than harm tantamount to arguing that the Earth doesn't go around the Sun.
Again, maybe with some better data the facts will change and favor guns are more good than harm. And even if it doesn't, you could make an argument that even if guns cause more physical harm than good you could still say they're worth it for other reasons. That's an arguable point. Just don't let your political views cloud your view on facts (IOW, don't be a republican).