Gun Control & RKBA
In reply to the discussion: MISSISSIPPI: Concealed Carry on college, in bars, and in courthouse is LEGAL. [View all]We_Have_A_Problem
(2,112 posts)I do not consider stopping a crime "misuse" and I don't actually give a damn about any harm caused to a criminal.
Yes, we would all like to see society evolve to a point where arms are never needed, however, one does not reach that point by forcibly disarming those who have done no wrong.
Perhaps when we reach a point that crime is so low that a kid shoplifting a candy bar is a national event, maybe we can consider general disarmament. Until then, you're expecting people to simply trust and believe no harm will come to them - even though facts point the opposite direction.
Guns are not a cure-all. They work for some specific situations. There is nothing wrong with people having to tools to address those situations.
As far as what side I think you're on? Generally anti-public use or carry, and you would like to see heavy restrictions based upon subjectively defined need. What is generally considered "anti-gun". Perhaps you do not wish complete disarmament, but you have stated you would like any public carry or use outlawed and any use in private to be strictly controlled.