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Originally Posted by nik-
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Why don't you go get all indignant with Chicago PD? They blame the weekend shooting rampage on gang activity, the drug trade and
illegally obtained firearms used in the commission of crimes by gang members. Chicago PD couldn't care less about legitimate firearms owners, about four years ago they refocused their efforts on combating gangs and illegal possession of a firearm, ie dudes with a violent criminal history and the results have been quite positive with a steady decline in homicide in the last 4 years or so.
To date in 2014 Chicago is enjoying its lowest homicide rate since 1963.
As well, those that qualify in Chicago can legally obtain a concealed carry permit. In fact, just over a year ago when CC returned to Chicago, the first week saw more applicants for concealed carry than for Obama care. Concealed carry has not shown to be a problem whatsoever, over the weekend in question it saved four lives in one incident.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/l...,5324984.story
HemiCuda brought up a point regarding the rate of violence in Calgary compared to a place like Chicago. Really, you would be hard pressed to find a better city to live in than Calgary. But if you were to compare the social structure, demographics and employment opportunities, it would paint a much different picture between the two cities. Recognize that and you may recognize that in Chicago there is a social problem, not a gun problem.