By the way, I'm not suggesting they were trying to build socialism either, just democracy free of rule by hereditary kings...and equality of opportunity for everyone. I'm for that too, plus a 50:50 mix of socialism and capitalism.

As for owning guns? I see no problem with that, as long as people take a proper gun handling course so they know what the hell they are doing (as they are required to in Ontario), and get a certificate when they pass the course. Then if they want to buy a gun...fine with me. If they misuse it, then prosecute them. I don't think they should be allowed to own military assault rifles or automatic weapons, however, unless the firing pin is removed. If they're gun collectors...fine with me...just remove the firing pins and keep them in a safe or something.

There's nothing you can do to make life totally safe for everyone all the time, but you can take some reasonable precautions in that direction.

- LH