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Trump on Latest School Shooting: ‘Get over it’

Steady • 27850 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gun Control Donald Trump Legislation
  1. Former President Donald Trump's response to the latest school shooting was to 'get over it', sparking controversy.
  2. The issue of school shootings is a significant concern, with an increase in incidents and the need for stronger gun laws.
  3. Individuals can take action by advocating for stronger gun laws, engaging with elected officials, and participating in peaceful protests.

A failure of courage in Uvalde

Lucian Truscott Newsletter • 4697 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gun Control Law enforcement
  1. At a shooting incident in Uvalde, Texas, 370 police officers hesitated to confront an 18-year-old shooter with an AR-15 style rifle, citing fear.
  2. The incident highlighted a failure of leadership, training, planning, and execution in law enforcement.
  3. The case raises questions about open carry laws and the ability to protect schools from potential threats.

Could the world BE more fucked up?

So Here’s a Thing • 1828 implied HN points • 05 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Israel Palestine Gun Control Mass Shootings Mental health
  1. The world is facing challenging, contentious, and seemingly unsolvable issues that need to be discussed to find solutions and understand different perspectives.
  2. The conflict between Israel and Gaza is heartbreaking, and it's important to show compassion for innocent lives affected by the atrocities committed by power-hungry individuals.
  3. The debate around gun control in the United States is complex, emotional, and requires open conversations to find common ground and work towards addressing the root problems.

The six-minute video speaks louder than words

Garrison Keillor and Friends • 3714 implied HN points • 31 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law enforcement Gun Control Political Response
  1. Watching the six-minute video of police responding to a school shooting shows their professional courage and dedication.
  2. Politicians who fail to address dangers faced by first responders exhibit cowardice.
  3. The importance of responsible gun control and the need for a holistic approach to understanding and preventing gun violence.
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OSD 262: Shoot until the acorn is neutralized

Open Source Defense • 56 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Police Gun Control Training Law enforcement
  1. In high-pressure situations, individuals may react in unexpected ways due to fear and stress, leading to mistakes.
  2. Training with real-life scenarios and incorporating resistance can help improve performance and decision-making.
  3. Approach training with humility and a willingness to learn, as expertise comes from consistent practice and adaptation.

The 2nd Amendment's Misconstrued 'Militia'

Stark Realities with Brian McGlinchey • 857 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Second Amendment Gun Control National Guard Constitutional Rights
  1. The Bill of Rights sets prohibitions against the government infringing on pre-existing human rights.
  2. The Second Amendment explicitly recognizes the right of the people to keep and bear arms, not just for those in militias.
  3. Today's National Guard, under federal control, does not serve as a militia in the sense of the Second Amendment.

We still know what the problem is

Science Forever • 159 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gun Control Education National Security Policy
  1. Gun violence in the United States is not primarily a mental health issue, but a result of easy access to firearms supported by politicians misinterpreting the Second Amendment.
  2. Ensuring physical safety on university campuses is crucial for fostering a conducive environment for learning and innovation.
  3. The presence of firearms on campuses and in communities poses a competitiveness disadvantage for the U.S. in the global arena and undermines progress in academic and scientific fields.

Blacks Should Never Give Up their Guns

Journal of Free Black Thought • 46 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gun Control Racism History
  1. Gun control is seen as oppressive by some who believe it infringes on the liberty of citizens, especially those vulnerable to oppression.
  2. The right to bear arms is viewed as safeguard against government tyranny, based on historical examples of gun control leading to minority persecution.
  3. History shows that gun control laws have often disproportionately impacted minority groups, leading to the belief that all gun control is universally oppressive.