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Originally Posted by NewbieNudes
Guns are not needed in any society. Why does the USA have astronomical numbers of death by guns? Because they are so prevelant.
Guns in most other western cultures are never seen, heard nor needed.
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You are 100% correct - the prevalence of weapons results in crazy injuries/death rates in comparison to all other nations.
Sure, there can be a need for law officers to carry weapons (tho even that does not apply worldwide), and even they screw up on occasion - if not harming others - they shoot themselves
It's only one example... and may be more of personal choice not to kill anyone if there is an option, - was well-briefed by friend who is an experienced US govt officer on "preferences" and what to do or not do. Sure she packs a weapon or two, but unless this is called for - it is never drawn - not even as a threat. If it is even drawn, - it's to kill or maim. Her speciality is either a broken jaw, collar bone or both - killing anyone is the last option, tho it may and has happened, but only on very rare occasions. There are a few other options for anyone who feels under threat and these are, again, only by
, but preferable, and in place.
Other prob obvious observations from dealing with many weapons-related offenses is the victim is often caused more harm by possessing a weapon they have no clue in handling - and this is often turned upon them. If the weapon was not present - the outcome would be less serious.