At least 16 killed in Maine shootings

NewRoxFan · Oct 30, 2023

The nra runs the maga republican party...

ROCKSS · Oct 30, 2023

NewRoxFan said: ↑

The nra runs the maga republican party...

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I don't get anyone not being OK with a background check..................jeez, you do a background check to get a credit card or even a job but not a gun that you can use to kill people? The old, "you cant give an inch" argument or next think you know they will take your guns

juicystream · Oct 30, 2023

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I never understood why people love guns so much. I was having this debate with my friend who has a gun collection - all types. It's nuts. Then he showed me how to hold a gun, aim and fire. All the different ones. And we went to the range. And I shot - and did pretty well for someone who has never fired a gun. It's freaking hard to aim at that target with a handgun.

And I got to admit, you do feel a sensation of power. I can see why people love them. It's power. You're a god - with the ability to decide life or death. I don't think people don't get guns for protection. It's not about safety. I felt less safe holding a gun in fact. It's so clear how it raises the stakes of any encounter and can put you in a situation where you want to shoot first and ask questions later - and realize that's how others must be thinking.

But you do feel the power. And after firing an AR-15 - it's just so easy. I was expecting a power kick and loud noise (maybe the ear muffs dampen the sound). But it's pretty easy to use. And not that hard as I thought to hit a target in the chest. Honestly it was kinda fun. At the end of the day, I don't think it's for me. I can see the appeal though.

If it were up to me, I think all semi-automatic weapons should require a special permit otherwise you have to keep it at a gun range locker and belong to a militia. This way you can have guns in case there's a revolution, but you can't carry it around into restaurants to shoot up people trying to live in peace. Shotguns for home defense, sure. But people aren't buying semi-automatic rifles to protect their homes unless they life in the DR or something.
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AR-15 is a great gun. If we were in a zombie apocalypse, I'd love to have one handy. I 100% understand why it (and its competitors) would be so popular for mass shooters.

ksny15 · Oct 31, 2023

Sweet Lou 4 2 said: ↑

I never understood why people love guns so much. I was having this debate with my friend who has a gun collection - all types. It's nuts. Then he showed me how to hold a gun, aim and fire. All the different ones. And we went to the range. And I shot - and did pretty well for someone who has never fired a gun. It's freaking hard to aim at that target with a handgun.

And I got to admit, you do feel a sensation of power. I can see why people love them. It's power. You're a god - with the ability to decide life or death. I don't think people don't get guns for protection. It's not about safety. I felt less safe holding a gun in fact. It's so clear how it raises the stakes of any encounter and can put you in a situation where you want to shoot first and ask questions later - and realize that's how others must be thinking.

But you do feel the power. And after firing an AR-15 - it's just so easy. I was expecting a power kick and loud noise (maybe the ear muffs dampen the sound). But it's pretty easy to use. And not that hard as I thought to hit a target in the chest. Honestly it was kinda fun. At the end of the day, I don't think it's for me. I can see the appeal though.

If it were up to me, I think all semi-automatic weapons should require a special permit otherwise you have to keep it at a gun range locker and belong to a militia. This way you can have guns in case there's a revolution, but you can't carry it around into restaurants to shoot up people trying to live in peace. Shotguns for home defense, sure. But people aren't buying semi-automatic rifles to protect their homes unless they life in the DR or something.
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Agreed 100%. The only reason I purchased an AR was because I live in AZ and it was easy and I do enjoy shooting it from time to time outside. Oddly enough I like the smell too lol and you are correct it can be a bit of a rush. But yeah I wouldn't be mad at all if they made semi auto rifles illegal. I think it needs to happen. To 99.9% of the population they are literally just a recreational object and are not being used in home or personal defense.

DaDakota · Oct 31, 2023

The Republican party is bought and paid for by big business, they do school vouchers so the rich get 9k off their private schooling and donate more to their coffers, they get permanent tax breaks while the rest get temporary ones.

The GOP is a bunch of liars, crooks and thieves they don't represent the people of this country they represent their own pockets.

DD

deb4rockets · Oct 31, 2023

DaDakota said: ↑

The Republican party is bought and paid for by big business, they do school vouchers so the rich get 9k off their private schooling and donate more to their coffers, they get permanent tax breaks while the rest get temporary ones.

The GOP is a bunch of liars, crooks and thieves they don't represent the people of this country they represent their own pockets.

DD
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The Texans GOP politicians rake in millions from far-right Christian megadonors pushing private school vouchers, and we all know the NRA lines their pockets in blood money. Yes, all their policies have $$$$$ for themselves as their purpose.

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