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pepper24 · 01-02-2009, 10:30 PM

I am guessing there is a strong link that the USA which is pro-gun has a much higher murder rate than other western countries like the EU nations, Canada etc. which have just as many guns but mainly used for hunting not self defence. The pro-gun, pro 2nd ammendment mentality of the USA is out of date and pathetic.

I own a hunting rifle for hunting and I have 1 handgun for the shooting range which is kept at the range. IMO, you don't need assualt rifles and semi automatic pistols to hunt bucks. I would have no issue giving up my handgun if Canada went for a gun ban as long as they maintain the status quo for hunting.

01-02-2009, 10:30 PM	#21
pepper24 Franchise Player Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Calgary, AB Exp:	I am guessing there is a strong link that the USA which is pro-gun has a much higher murder rate than other western countries like the EU nations, Canada etc. which have just as many guns but mainly used for hunting not self defence. The pro-gun, pro 2nd ammendment mentality of the USA is out of date and pathetic. I own a hunting rifle for hunting and I have 1 handgun for the shooting range which is kept at the range. IMO, you don't need assualt rifles and semi automatic pistols to hunt bucks. I would have no issue giving up my handgun if Canada went for a gun ban as long as they maintain the status quo for hunting.