Feb 13 2013: Comparing USA to GB is apples to oranges.
Different set of freedom, or lack of. Much smaller overall population. Distinct demographic differences. Very unequal border parallels.
All factors apply when trying to parallel two countries. Just citing gun violence doesn't take into account the border control difficulties the USA has. The increase in minority immigration in a higher rate. The greater set of freedoms afforded to it's citizens.
Feb 11 2013: Lol! Bullying! You people amaze me... You think that bullies or the people that were bullied are the reason? Then why isn't every adult going on a killing spree and culling the herd?
The issue is not making things illegal, very few things are solved with making things illegal. Laws are for punishment and retribution. They cannot prevent a crime, only deter it. Children, especially male children, fight and bully. It's a pack mentality thing, it's hardwired into their brains. Great, punish them for something that they are biologically wired to do.
Maybe we should focus more on teaching parents to let kids fight and what morality is. While we are at it, mandatory drug tests for welfare users. But, why worry about the real issues?
Feb 8 2013: In the interview you should broach the subject before they find out. Then tell them the circumstances if it isn't due to any personal deficiencies.
Feb 8 2013: The police that I have dealt with while I, a Citizen, was carrying my firearm openly actually liked that I was out there deterring crime also (Granted the only reason I carry is for me and my family, but guns tend to make Bad Guys think twice). However, most police I have heard about that want to take guns from the average Joe are also the ones that want that hooker to blow them to not get a fine. Or a piece of the action to not bust that dealer on the corner.
Our military budget is the highest yet our school ranking in 10th? Wonder if that has something to do with uninformed and disgruntled youths?
Your fears and prejudices are not enough to disarm me. Feel free to argue but my family is worth more to me than your piece of mind.
Feb 2 2013: I would rather hire someone with 4 years of experience than a 4 year degree. However, if they were good at what they did I would pay for night classes for them. Education is great for expanding knowledge, but knowing something never beats experience doing something right.
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A reply on Conversation: Solving gun violence in the US in today's insane political climate requires a solution that makes it painless for everyone.
Just because something works elsewhere doesn't mean it will work in every situation. If you like Australia, move there.
A reply on Conversation: Solving gun violence in the US in today's insane political climate requires a solution that makes it painless for everyone.
Different set of freedom, or lack of. Much smaller overall population. Distinct demographic differences. Very unequal border parallels.
All factors apply when trying to parallel two countries. Just citing gun violence doesn't take into account the border control difficulties the USA has. The increase in minority immigration in a higher rate. The greater set of freedoms afforded to it's citizens.
A comment on Conversation: Solving gun violence in the US in today's insane political climate requires a solution that makes it painless for everyone.
The issue is not making things illegal, very few things are solved with making things illegal. Laws are for punishment and retribution. They cannot prevent a crime, only deter it. Children, especially male children, fight and bully. It's a pack mentality thing, it's hardwired into their brains. Great, punish them for something that they are biologically wired to do.
Maybe we should focus more on teaching parents to let kids fight and what morality is. While we are at it, mandatory drug tests for welfare users. But, why worry about the real issues?
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A reply on Conversation: Solving gun violence in the US in today's insane political climate requires a solution that makes it painless for everyone.
Our military budget is the highest yet our school ranking in 10th? Wonder if that has something to do with uninformed and disgruntled youths?
Your fears and prejudices are not enough to disarm me. Feel free to argue but my family is worth more to me than your piece of mind.
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A comment on Conversation: What if nothing comes from our devotion, effort, faith and work?
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A reply on Conversation: Solving gun violence in the US in today's insane political climate requires a solution that makes it painless for everyone.