Societal Decay - Henson Ong

[RedskinRat]

Originally Posted by Daseal

If owning a gun were a true right, then everyone would be entitled to have a gun. Felons, mentally handicapped, prisoners, etc. Everyone would be allowed to own a gun. I don't think anyone is in favor of everyone being guaranteed access to a weapon.

I would agree. No one here is arguing that we arm everyone. You could also include NOT having to keep and bear arms.

Originally Posted by Daseal

To me, gun ownership is anagalous to driving a car. You should have to meet some minimum standard, there are multiple classes of ownership (Handgun, Rifle, etc etc), and if you don't treat it responsibly - it can be taken away. I consider those types of rules a priviledge, not a right.

That's how it currently works. I had to pass a basic firearms exam, then if you opt for a CCW there are even more rigorous tests etc. Certain people lose their right to have a firearm, like felons.

Originally Posted by Daseal

Regardless of the words used (priviledge vs right) I think most of us are in agreement that certain people should not be given access to firearms.

And they're not. It's a right that your forfeit if you demonstrate you can't be responsible.