I keep hearing idiots like the NRA gundamentalists (not my term but it’s apt) saying things like “if they had only had guns in the Bible study this may not have been so bad” or “if only the school in Newtown had only had armed security”.
No, no, no, no. Good gawd people! More guns aren’t going to help.
Here’s what happens when the shooting starts: you’re in church or at Wal-Mart or a restaurant or any place with people in around. Suddenly someone starts shooting. We’re human beings, and the fight or flight instinct kicks in and people start running for cover. In the ensuing chaos it’s hard to ascertain exactly who is doing the shooting cuz you’re busy trying to make sure you’re not in the line of fire.
But no - you, you gundamentalist - you think that you alone are going to be able to remain calm, you are going to be able to pull your weapon or swing it around, you’re going to be able to have the calmness and composure to find the shooter, take steady aim, and take him, and only him out, cuz ya know, you’re a hero. You - who can barely contain your anger when arguing with others on Facebook or other venues – you’re going to be the picture of calm. Riiiiiiiight.
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