[Moneyguy1]

Rick: I will reiterate that the purpose of a gun is far different that the purpose of a hammer or a car or anything else not intended from the get-go as a weapon. Your answer speaks of what I have been saying, loaded with anecdotal information and no data. Look at the number of deaths by firearms in other countries vs. the U.S. I think you will find that there is a considerable difference.

I am staunchly against the elimination of the second amendment. I am simply pointing out that in many ways, the emotional aspect of guns and gun control reaches the same level as other "debates" such as those about religion and abortion. Few enter into such a discussion and stay calm and rational for long. Banning firearms is not the answer. Sensible and strict background checks might help, and I have advocated the NRA be involved with policing gun shows and gun dealers in conjunction with the federal, state and local govts. It would be in their best interests to do so.

I see defenders quoting old worn out adages but very few concrete ideas to resolve the problem. If anyone has any ideas, post them. THose of us with open minds will listen, I assure you.