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Originally Posted by Charlatan
In the past it has not. That is because no one really had the balls to either create strong laws nor enforce them.
I am talking about a major initiative. Starting with the manufacturing all the way down to the streets.
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how much stronger can a law be than 'no handguns allowed'? DC has done it since 68 only to see their murder rate climb 200%. Daley in Chicago hasn't allowed handguns since 98, last year they were the no.3 city in the nation in murder rate. The only 'major' initiative you could institute would be mobilizing law enforcement, national guard, and the military and start sweeping every home, building, business, and back alley. wow, i just had a glimpse of the jewish ghetto in germany.
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Originally Posted by Charlatan
I realize that this isn't going to happen. There are too many people with money and ego invested in the system of weapon supply. They rather see the death rate climb than take their pistols away.
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It's not just 'big business' though. Many individuals prefer handguns over long guns. My 5' nothing mother can't hold up the barrel of any of the shotguns in her home. Even with my proficiency in rifles and handguns, I can't shoot a shotgun to save my life. go figure that one. Too many people will take it upon themselves to make their own guns. it's a pandoras box thats already open, so instead of going the 'ban' route, lets come up with something that will work.