Would anybody seriously argue that (1) carefully regulating guns would save many lives but that (2) we can't do it because of the second amendment? Let's just use science-based social policy here. Conduct careful studies. Have vigorous debate.
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Replying to @EPoe187
#2A isn't about saving lives by the thousands. It's about deterring tyranny over millions. The relevant science would be cross-cultural and historical studies on why tyrants disarm populations, and how populations resist that. Not just 'gun violence' stats.6 replies 6 retweets 20 likes -
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Call it a paradox, or just cognitive dissonance, there are two things increasingly at odds today: 1. support for the right to bear (fire)arms, claiming these can deter of govt tyranny and 2. support for a military that can vaporize you and your guns with astonishing ease.
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I'm a libertarian, so I don't support #2. No dissonance.
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