I know most folks here have a decidedly poor view of anyone who wears a "liberal" label, but in the interest of engagement and civil discussion, I present this well-thought out essay as a means to cogently, calmly, and sensibly explain to your liberal family members, acquaintances, and friends why banning "assault weapons" is utterly pointless.
Why Not Renew the “Assault Weapons” Ban? Well, I’ll Tell You… « Kontradictions
I've always believed that education and explanation are the ways to bring someone over to your side, and that derision and contempt only deepen the divisions between people.
(Fair warning: read any other articles on this guy's site at your own risk; his views on other topics are in keeping with his self-identification as a liberal.)
(Apologies if this was already posted, either recently or in the years since it was first written.)
Why Not Renew the “Assault Weapons” Ban? Well, I’ll Tell You… « Kontradictions
I've always believed that education and explanation are the ways to bring someone over to your side, and that derision and contempt only deepen the divisions between people.
(Fair warning: read any other articles on this guy's site at your own risk; his views on other topics are in keeping with his self-identification as a liberal.)
(Apologies if this was already posted, either recently or in the years since it was first written.)