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:	post by Samantha at 2012-12-21 11:07:16

Every time I read this thread, it feels like I'm repeatedly banging my head against a wall. This is in no way an offense to anyone as I've definitely seen some intelligent discussion here.

Here is my take on things: There are always going to be dangerous people in the world. Guns aren't the problem. The more we regulate the ability of average people to defend themselves, the more helpless people will become, and the more power government and police will have over society. (Nazi Germany, anyone?)

Do you ever wonder why people who live out in the country own shotguns? Because the police can't get to their house in time, and they need to be able to fend for themselves. Now, think about how many good rural folks would be the victims of crime if the powers that be took away their means of defense.

Granted, my view is that of someone who grew up in Vermont and never realized until nearly reaching adulthood that, if someone breaks into your house, and you shoot them, fight them, or defend yourself in any way, that is illegal in some states (Massachusetts for example). You can go to jail like a common criminal just for defending yourself. How ridiculous is that?

What happened at Sandy Brook was a horrible tragedy, but don't let those emotions sway you enough to allow the government to take away your freedoms. Soon enough, the laws could become so invasive that people may demand a revolution, but they will have no way to fight for it... because the government already tugged at our heart strings enough to take away our 2nd amendment rights.

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