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Originally posted by Aurel
Why would civilians need to own military weapons anyways? Why do people feel the need to collect weapons in all powers and sizes? That seems childish to me. A gun for self-defense, and a rifle for hunting is all anyone needs. Anything beyond that must have something to do with some deep rooted fears, or inferiority complexes that must be dealt with a psychanalyst. Maybe a little dick causes that need for weapon ownership?
Aurel
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Why would anyone need a Porsche? They must have some deep rooted fear or inferiority complexes that must be dealt with by a psychiatrist. Little dick causes the need for Porsche ownership?
Sound familiar?
Your logic (or lack thereof) can be applied to anything, now can't it? (big house, fast car, boats, etc etc etc...)
Anyway, why should I NOT be allowed to own a 'military style' rifle? They're actually VERY good for home defense. Given it's much easier to be accurate with a rifle, combined with decent capacity magazines, they're great for defensive purposes. Pistols are good as a backup, and are great for defense when you can't take a rifle with you where you go.
Given it's already been decided by courts that the police are not responsible for protecting you, why should you not be able to own the most effective weapon for defending yourself? (and don't start with the nukes... I'm talking about self defense, not preemptive thermonuclear strikes in your living room)
Why would you trust the GOVERNMENT to protect you, your property, your wife, your KIDS...?
Owning firearms is about responsibility. I enjoy the responsibility, and practice safe firearm ownership and encourage it. Afraid of weapons? Maybe you should see a psychiatrist! After all 'A fear of weapons is a sign of retarded emotional and sexual maturity'. (S. Freud).