I learned in kindergarten that the best way to end violence was not to perpetuate it. If a kid hits you, unless you want it to continue, don't escalate the problem by hitting his head with the lego box. This simple rule has carried over into my adult life. Violence does not solve violence. Just because you carry a bigger block, doesn't mean that no one is going to hit you.
I suppose that is why it amazes me when the USA pass legislation that allows more people to legally carry guns in public places. Currently, Georgia is working on legislation to allow concealed weapons to be brought into restaurants. But don't worry, only those who don't have a criminal history will be allowed to do this.
Apparently, people don't go on shooting sprees unless they have a criminal history.
Needless to say, i am appalled.
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http://www.wndu.com/indiana/headlines/18563899.html
not related to this particular post, but the theme of the blog in general. i see you aren't including accidental shooting deaths in your list. to me, this parent is as responsible for the death of his child as if he had picked up the gun and shot her himself. and they're THINKING about prosecuting him. i haven't heard any news since the original story. now, i'm sure he's been punished enough by the death of his daughter... would making an example of him make any other blockhead think twice about leaving a gun laying around the house with young children?
criminals shouldn't be the only ones banned from gun ownership. perhaps an IQ test should accompany the background check.
btw, ive heard an interesting statistic (not sure if its true, but i believe it).
statistically, you are more likely to be injured or killed (or have someone in your household injured or killed) by a gun you keep in your home than you are to successfully protect yourself against theft, murder, rape, whatever with that weapon.
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