Guns!
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Comment from TAB_that's me
This is such a hot subject Mikey and I'm glad you have addressed it.
I got into this discussion a couple of weeks ago with a customer at my store who was looking at a $1400 antique gun. Through the discussion, I found out him and his son (these are nice, peaceful people I've known for years) both own semi-automatic weapons. Needless to say, I lost the sale - lol.
I agree - no one needs these automatic weapons - machine guns - except the military.
The laws MUST change. We CANNOT keep having these types of shooting.
Thanks again for speaking out.
Teresa
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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This is such a hot subject Mikey and I'm glad you have addressed it.
I got into this discussion a couple of weeks ago with a customer at my store who was looking at a $1400 antique gun. Through the discussion, I found out him and his son (these are nice, peaceful people I've known for years) both own semi-automatic weapons. Needless to say, I lost the sale - lol.
I agree - no one needs these automatic weapons - machine guns - except the military.
The laws MUST change. We CANNOT keep having these types of shooting.
Thanks again for speaking out.
Teresa
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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So proud of you to stick to your views even at the cost of a sale. I was in the bird business back in the day and lost money often when I didn't think the customer would provide a good home. Better to sleep well at night, yes?
We are totally on the same page. No surprise. Thanks a million, mikey :))
Comment from nordicgirl
Wow. What the hell, dude? This is a Michael I have not heard from in years. It sure sounds good to hear your voice, bro. It makes me want to do something. Damn straight on every word here. I think you might get some angry protest. Ha! You love it, I know. Right on!!! NG
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Wow. What the hell, dude? This is a Michael I have not heard from in years. It sure sounds good to hear your voice, bro. It makes me want to do something. Damn straight on every word here. I think you might get some angry protest. Ha! You love it, I know. Right on!!! NG
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Those were the days, girl, and they still are. It just takes me more to get involved anymore. Let 'em try and come at me if they're that foolish. I don't have any scars, that should tell 'em something, yes? Ready for war? :)) michael
Comment from closetpoetjester
I applaud you mikey! Nice to see Australia at the top of the chart but not so nice to see the USA right smack bang at the bottom.
The NRA has a lot to answer for...infact, all of the fucking above.
I couldn't have said it better myself and you've saved me having to pen something that spells it out.
Duh!
Gun regulations = Less Deaths (MANY MANY MANY MANY less)
Do you hear that, you fucking gun toting Yanky fuckwits?
As much as I hope for change for your country, it's going to take a mass revolt by your people (the ones who DON'T want to bare arms) and how the hell you convince these arrogant fucks that the first, second, third and however many more goddamned amendments need to change...well Christ. I think you just spelled it out in plain English. Really well expressed, complete with statistics. Sorry but I don't EVER plan to visit the USA.
Well done on your efforts.
This should cause a fucking ruckus. Good for you. I'll be reading your reviews with interest. I have a feeling someone is going to try and tear you a new one LOL
You got guts kid.
P
PS. If I could give you all the sixers I have right now, I would. So much, infact ALL of what you say makes sense.
Pity the NRA is deaf and fucking DUMB ass!
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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I applaud you mikey! Nice to see Australia at the top of the chart but not so nice to see the USA right smack bang at the bottom.
The NRA has a lot to answer for...infact, all of the fucking above.
I couldn't have said it better myself and you've saved me having to pen something that spells it out.
Duh!
Gun regulations = Less Deaths (MANY MANY MANY MANY less)
Do you hear that, you fucking gun toting Yanky fuckwits?
As much as I hope for change for your country, it's going to take a mass revolt by your people (the ones who DON'T want to bare arms) and how the hell you convince these arrogant fucks that the first, second, third and however many more goddamned amendments need to change...well Christ. I think you just spelled it out in plain English. Really well expressed, complete with statistics. Sorry but I don't EVER plan to visit the USA.
Well done on your efforts.
This should cause a fucking ruckus. Good for you. I'll be reading your reviews with interest. I have a feeling someone is going to try and tear you a new one LOL
You got guts kid.
P
PS. If I could give you all the sixers I have right now, I would. So much, infact ALL of what you say makes sense.
Pity the NRA is deaf and fucking DUMB ass!
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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You've discovered another reason why so many of us here dig Australia. :))
I'm so honored that you enjoyed my piece and support me. We're just plain fuckin' nuts here with the whole gun thing. How embarrassing it is to look at those numbers and realize the whole world is watching. Jeesh.
Yep, I'm sure they'll come after me. Crazy's a lot harder to handle then they can imagine. HA!! Can't stop smiling. Thanks a million, mikey
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Yep, plain fucking nuts. LOL You've certainly prompted some discussion, which is what NEEDS to happen if shit is going to change. Well done!
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I don't disagree but if somebody wants to kill you there are others ways, for instance bombs.
LATEST VALUES
YEAR
2014-12-31
TOTAL MURDERS
11,961
TOTAL BY FIREARMS
8124
HANDGUNS
5562
RIFLES
248
SHOTGUNS
262
OTHER GUNS
93
FIREARMS, TYPE NOT STATED
1959
KNIVES
1567
BLUNT OBJECTS
435
PERSONAL
660
POISON
7
EXPLOSIVES
6
FIRE
71
NARCOTICS
62
DROWNING
14
STRANGULATION
89
ASPHYXIATION
96
OTHER WEAPONS OR WEAPONS NOT STATED
830
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I don't disagree but if somebody wants to kill you there are others ways, for instance bombs.
LATEST VALUES
YEAR
2014-12-31
TOTAL MURDERS
11,961
TOTAL BY FIREARMS
8124
HANDGUNS
5562
RIFLES
248
SHOTGUNS
262
OTHER GUNS
93
FIREARMS, TYPE NOT STATED
1959
KNIVES
1567
BLUNT OBJECTS
435
PERSONAL
660
POISON
7
EXPLOSIVES
6
FIRE
71
NARCOTICS
62
DROWNING
14
STRANGULATION
89
ASPHYXIATION
96
OTHER WEAPONS OR WEAPONS NOT STATED
830
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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No doubt about it, Barbara. I'm not even against gun ownership. I find it a valuable right and one I support. I just think the regulations are out of whack and the results are proof of it. I can see from your list there's a LOT of things needing attention. Thanks for such a thorough and thoughtful response, mikey
Comment from Susanne M. Psyris
mikey, you present a sound and logical argument for your opinion in this matter. The tables shown are staggering and frightening. I believe that only police and military personnel should be able to possess automatic weapons. There is no need for the individual citizen to have access to such killer weapons of destruction!
My husband is adamant that anyone should possess any type of weapon they wish to own. We argue about the 2nd Amendment too much. He believes that once they (the Government) take away one right, they will start taking all of them. I am anxious to show him your writing and the tables you show with all the statistics relative to death by guns. Great writing. God bless and hugs, Susanne
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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mikey, you present a sound and logical argument for your opinion in this matter. The tables shown are staggering and frightening. I believe that only police and military personnel should be able to possess automatic weapons. There is no need for the individual citizen to have access to such killer weapons of destruction!
My husband is adamant that anyone should possess any type of weapon they wish to own. We argue about the 2nd Amendment too much. He believes that once they (the Government) take away one right, they will start taking all of them. I am anxious to show him your writing and the tables you show with all the statistics relative to death by guns. Great writing. God bless and hugs, Susanne
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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I'm not against gun ownership, but there sure seems to be something terribly amiss with regulations considering the results. There's a speed limit, fireworks are illegal in many cities, smoking is illegal in most places, but machine guns are okay? Seems a bit out of whack. mikey
Comment from Stephendick24
There is a terrorist group operating in the United States that willfully provokes paranoia and hatred, and then insures that those it has worked up into a frenzy are easily armed. This group has murdered more Americans than ISIS ever will. That's right, it's the National Rifle Association. As a friend of mine said, it's very difficult to shoot someone if you don't have a gun. Believe it or not, Canada's gun laws are less restrictive than our own. Yet their statistics are nothing like ours. Perhaps there is something unique in our national psychology. Scary, isn't it? Thank you for your post.
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There is a terrorist group operating in the United States that willfully provokes paranoia and hatred, and then insures that those it has worked up into a frenzy are easily armed. This group has murdered more Americans than ISIS ever will. That's right, it's the National Rifle Association. As a friend of mine said, it's very difficult to shoot someone if you don't have a gun. Believe it or not, Canada's gun laws are less restrictive than our own. Yet their statistics are nothing like ours. Perhaps there is something unique in our national psychology. Scary, isn't it? Thank you for your post.
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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The power of the NRA is mystifying to say the least. Scary is the word. Our national psychology seems to be one of apathy which is a shame. Thanks soooo much for your well thought out and strong response. Much appreciated. mikey
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
This is a very good report on the freedom to own any guns in any country must be more controlled. The statistics were enough to make me decided that it is not worth it. In our country, law abiding citizens have to go through psychological testing and training to use a firearm before you are allowed to take possession of the firearm. On the other hand criminals have weapons to kill and rob as much as they want without legal documents. Each countries weapon laws should be revised and controlled more strictly.
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This is a very good report on the freedom to own any guns in any country must be more controlled. The statistics were enough to make me decided that it is not worth it. In our country, law abiding citizens have to go through psychological testing and training to use a firearm before you are allowed to take possession of the firearm. On the other hand criminals have weapons to kill and rob as much as they want without legal documents. Each countries weapon laws should be revised and controlled more strictly.
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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I'm with you 100 percent, Sandra. It's sad, but we are by far the worst country on Earth in this regard. The numbers are embarrassing. I hope we wake up and do something. Thanks for the great analysis and input. You are always so concise and on the money. :)) mikey
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South Africa is not much better, Farm attacks happen almost daily, protests where valuable property gets burned to the ground. The statistics don't show the real picture. We are on constant alert, to leave our homes when it might become necessary.
Comment from F. Wehr3
Nice work! I wish we could have a sensible debate on guns, but sadly, when the subject is broached, the fear mongering and flag waving go hand in hand. There should be common ground for the safety of our citizens, but one side doesn't want to hear about it. Good job with this piece.
Take care,
Russell
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reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Nice work! I wish we could have a sensible debate on guns, but sadly, when the subject is broached, the fear mongering and flag waving go hand in hand. There should be common ground for the safety of our citizens, but one side doesn't want to hear about it. Good job with this piece.
Take care,
Russell
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Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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I'm hoping for a sensible debate. I realize I'm at one end of the spectrum. But I'm more than willing to compromise my position in an effort to effect change and improvement. I'm not against gun ownership entirely. But, we sure can't accept the status quo. Thanks a million, mikey
Comment from Liberty Justice
WHOA! SIX STARS! Poet, you write powerful message regarding Constitution. Indeed, gun control is hot issue and your statistics are very informative. I keep wondering what's gonna happen next all these crazies. PRAY FOR DALLAS. WE ARE HURTING AND STILL IN SHOCK. I live in Texas and watched Dallas shooting Thursday for four hours till 2am. Played out like some dramatic action-packed movie streaming live on my tv set. PRAY FOR DALLAS YALL! lol liberty justice
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WHOA! SIX STARS! Poet, you write powerful message regarding Constitution. Indeed, gun control is hot issue and your statistics are very informative. I keep wondering what's gonna happen next all these crazies. PRAY FOR DALLAS. WE ARE HURTING AND STILL IN SHOCK. I live in Texas and watched Dallas shooting Thursday for four hours till 2am. Played out like some dramatic action-packed movie streaming live on my tv set. PRAY FOR DALLAS YALL! lol liberty justice
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Prayers for Dallas are ongoing, Liberty. It's a shocking thing to be sure. Just crazy. Thanks so much for your response and for caring so deeply. It matters and it helps. Hugs, mikey
Comment from jusylee72
Hi Mike, I agree with most of your statements. I live in Texas and both my son and my husband love hunting. I don't go along. They have guns, I have several in my house. I fear them but know that my husband handles them well and that he grew up on a ranch. I do not believe in telling others how to believe, but my husband and I have agreed to disagree on this one. We went to a hotel at the beach one time and my husband found a loaded pistol in one of the bottom dresser draws. I gasp when I think , " What if my grand daughter age 5 had found it?" We gave it to the police department. Crazy people don't need guns but they can find them everywhere. My husband also has a license to carry. We have an agreement that he won't leave the guns in the car when I am driving his car. I wouldn't know what to do with it. So many questions. Thank you for opening it up for discussion.
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Hi Mike, I agree with most of your statements. I live in Texas and both my son and my husband love hunting. I don't go along. They have guns, I have several in my house. I fear them but know that my husband handles them well and that he grew up on a ranch. I do not believe in telling others how to believe, but my husband and I have agreed to disagree on this one. We went to a hotel at the beach one time and my husband found a loaded pistol in one of the bottom dresser draws. I gasp when I think , " What if my grand daughter age 5 had found it?" We gave it to the police department. Crazy people don't need guns but they can find them everywhere. My husband also has a license to carry. We have an agreement that he won't leave the guns in the car when I am driving his car. I wouldn't know what to do with it. So many questions. Thank you for opening it up for discussion.
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Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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I have the impression your husband is just the kind of responsible individual that I'd have no problem issuing a gun permit to. Wow. What a chilling story and it scares me to know it probably isn't that rare an occurrence. I'm not against gun ownership. I'd just like to see some sensible regulations and a stunning reversal of these statistics. If all Americans approached the matter like you and your husband, there wouldn't be a problem. Thanks so much for the great input. Just what I hoped for. mikey
