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The NRA on Katrina

Sep 14, 2005 2:53 PM
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When the police can't protect you, you need guns:

While one can certainly understand the dire predicaments of all those affected by Hurricane Katrina, as we have learned throughout history, campaigns to disarm the lawful do nothing to disarm the criminal. And in truth, these restrictions make citizens less safe. Despite the valiant efforts of many law enforcement officers and rescue workers, too many of those left in the wake of Katrina are ultimately responsible for their own security and safety and that of their families and loved ones. This is especially true when communication is virtually non-existent and police can't be quickly summoned to respond to calls for help. At these times, lawful gun ownership is paramount to personal safety.

(via jwz)


Comments: The NRA on Katrina

On a semi-related note, I've read that gun sales have gone up sharply over the past two weeks in cities where large numbers of New Orleans evacuees were sent.

Posted by: O'dell on September 14, 2005 6:41 PM | permalink

This was to be expected. However, I think it's sad, because I still believe if less people (except the cops of course) had owned guns in New Orleans, then there would have been less trouble. People who own guns without having gone through proper training can get pretty dangerous in stressful situations.

Posted by: Marius on September 15, 2005 5:08 AM | permalink

No more comments! Either someone has violated Godwin's Law, I'm tired of the discussion or, most likely, the ten-week window has closed. You can, however, contact me through email.