NRA

[JohnnyD]

Originally Posted by Pete F.

Why is the emphasis on "assault" rifles?

Because they look scary and emotion is more effective for politicians to leverage than logic. Being able to ban one type of weapon sets a precedent and allows the gun control crowd to get their foot in the door towards banning all guns.

This is also why the gun grabbers define "legitimate need" to only be hunting.

[spence]

Originally Posted by JohnnyD

Because they look scary and emotion is more effective for politicians to leverage than logic. Being able to ban one type of weapon sets a precedent and allows the gun control crowd to get their foot in the door towards banning all guns.

This is also why the gun grabbers define "legitimate need" to only be hunting.

False on all counts.
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[Pete F.]

Originally Posted by spence

False on all counts.
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Then what is the rational thought for banning assault rifles, they are involved in few crimes, though perhaps some horrific ones that have been ranked in the news media.
If the intent is to reduce gun crime, would handguns not be the logical target?

[JohnnyD]

Originally Posted by spence

False on all counts.
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Like most of your other drive-by contrarian replies, easy to say when you make no effort to support a claim.