Okay, for the last time: A car is NOT the same thing as a gun.

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62. They are both tools. Nothing more or less.

The intent of the user directly determines the items' impact on society.
The intent of an inventor or manufacturer is nearly irrelevent to the proper societal response to an object.

Yes, I have several items in my house that were designed only to kill - used legally and as intended, they bring me alot of comfort. So in the end, despite their intended use, they have a net positive benefit on the people in my house. My cars bring me nothing comfort and convenience... and again, they are used as intended and legally. Given the real world effects of each, whether designed to kill or transport, each is just a tool that brings me benefit/comfort.

In fact, if you want to argue that the maker's intent of cars and guns are wildly different... then go right ahead because I do agree with you. Nevertheless, I will still question the actual impact/importence of such proclamation. All the ideology, good karma and maker's intent in the world won't turn a gun, or a car, or anything else into more than what they actually are - tools. And in that respect, cars & guns (and any other tools) are the same.