Backwoodsman, The questions of why we hold diverse opinions might possibly be foundational and not pointless. For an example the loss of a loved one by criminal behavior can be most destructive . How one heals from such a loss is crucial in forming long lasting opinions.

Two choices after such a tragic loss is blame oneself (the ego rejects this) or blame others (most common)

Why we feel the way we do is possibly an important factor in learning about the gun debate. It is to me.