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In reply to the discussion: Young woman who was shot in head at Lealman church dies [View all]AtheistCrusader
(33,982 posts)75. Don't conflate the death penalty with self defense.
I ask forgiveness if you aren't but it appears you are. I don't know any democrats or 'liberals', progressive, or otherwise, that are not also pacifists (which do exist, and that's cool) who aren't ok with lethal force in self defense.
You seem to be skipping the idea that a firearm can be used defensively, without ever pulling the trigger. The Department of Justice tells us at least 60,000 reported incidents per year of LAWFUL uses of firearms in self defense. Fatalities resulting? Less than 1,000. (I do not know the injury number off the top of my head)
Firearms can have a protective effect without ever firing. It's all up to how determined your aggressor is.
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I tend to think of a pistol as a tool for fighting your way to your rifle, but w/e
AtheistCrusader
Feb 2012
#73
That poster consistently called all law-abiding gun owners out as potential criminals.
Atypical Liberal
Feb 2012
#89
I'm not familiar with current "procedures", having been here for the last 30+ years
Starboard Tack
Feb 2012
#63
Would you care to explain why Britain has a lower homicide rate despite having a gang problem? n/t
ellisonz
Feb 2012
#45
I'm honest too. If you die during the commission of a violent crime, I'm not really concerned about
Atypical Liberal
Feb 2012
#90
May she rest in peace. My sincerest condolences to the family and friends.
Tuesday Afternoon
Feb 2012
#8