We obviously are talking about different things here, LH... That is the problem...

The NRA has framed it's arguments that does not allow for any deviation toward discussion... They have long held that the right to bear arms has nothing to do with the formation of a "militia" because it is not convenient... That's where those of us who believe that the because of the wording of the 2nd ammendement that our current society has some wiggle room for reinterpretation...

The NRA doesn't want any re-interpretation... They are strict constructionist on the 2nd ammmendment... The funny thing is that most of those who I know who still are NRAers aren't strict constructionists when it comes to other issues, especially when it comes to 14th ammendment social issues???

But I'll be the first to admit that all groups tend to be both strick and loose constructionists depending on the issue at hand...

But with that said, hey, where's the harm in a conversation???

BillD has put forth some pratical ideas that both respects the rights of resonsible gun owers and the rights of those who are now being gunned down by those gun owners who are not resonsible...

Face it, we do have gun control... We don't put loaded guns in the baby's crib to play with... That ***is*** gun control... All we are talking about here is gun safety, not "taking away your guns", unless, of course, you are some sicko who is planning on shooting up the local high school or McDonalds...

B~