Raggytash, most civilized countries react to mass killings by insisting on stricter gun controls. The US reacts by buying more guns. Can't say I'm proud of that - but I am very proud of the fact that I will never own a gun or allow one in my house.

It really scares me that there has been a huge increase in U.S. gun purchases since the election of Barack Obama. Some that they buy guns because they fear the government will soon prohibit guns.

There are many people in my area who openly admit that they buy guns to protect themselves from the government.

That really scares me.

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Our local newspaper reported recently that four cars at a local car dealership were damaged by gunshots. In the newspaper's online forum I said it seemed to be a sign that there were too many people with too many guns. Several people responded angrily that this county is a place where guns are treasured - and if I didn't like it, I should move. I got a strong message that if I speak against guns in this county, I'm taking a big risk.

That scares me, too.

-Joe-