Column Proves Some Folks Are Anti-Gun Because They’re Idiots

By Tom Knighton

In my perfect world, no one is anti-gun. They understand that firearms are an essential means of self-defense, and not just from criminals but also from tyrants. The term “gun safety advocate” would be someone who talked about the need to follow safety rules, lock your guns up when unneeded, and possibly push for gun safety courses in public schools.

But, we don’t get to live in that world. We’re stuck with this one where some people are anti-gun.

Now, some I understand. They’re emotional over it. Maybe they lost someone. Either way, they’re not able to think clearly on the topic of guns, so emotion drives them.

However, after reading this column this morning, I also had to remember that apparently, some are anti-gun because they’re just stupid.

Dana Loesch is described as an American conservative, commentator, talk radio host and spokeswoman for the National Rifle Association. Her response to the tragedy in New Zealand was even more tragic.

The prime minister of New Zealand pledged to enact extraordinary restrictions on the purchase of assault weapons in her country. This followed the horrific outbreak of gun violence that killed some 50 Muslims whose only sin was observing their midday prayers.

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Source:: Bearing Arms