To protect the people, bring more guns

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.

Gun laws and the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court in the USA has rarely taken a stand on the issue of individual's rights to own a gun. This is about to be changed, however when the Supreme Court hears a case about a security guard in Washington DC who would like to own a gun at his house for "protection". Currently Washington DC has a gun ban in the area, saying that it is an urban area with no need for guns. Surprisingly, there has been no mass shootings in Washington DC, although there was a scare when a man with a shotgun and a sword walked towards the White House.

This case could set a precident for gun laws in the USA. While many states have their own gun laws that would mean that the new laws would have little or no effect, the possibility is definitely there for change.

Not too surprisingly, the Vice President who famously shot his hunting partner, supports gun ownership with very few restrictions.

Sadly, we have to give respect for the rest of the administration who has managed a semi-realistic view on gun ownership and rights. (it just always feels dirty to support Bush)

We'll keep posting as the case continues.