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| Topic | Yet to hear a compelling argument that the AR-15 is necessary for home defense |
| Mr_Biscuit 03/30/18 2:39:50 AM #17: | mD_atheist posted... Well you jumping to need in the first place requires an argument in and of itself. Why do I have to need something in order to obtain it? StucklnMyPants posted... You can make that argument for literally anything. Why do you need *insert whatever item here*? From each according to his ability, to each according to his needs, right? Okay, first decent counters ITT. Overall I would say need enters the equation here (beyond just an abstract concept) when we are talking about an instrument designed with the sole intent of killing other people. I fully understand the need for a means of self-defense. That said, is it so unreasonable to have a perspective on what is overkill and ultimately has greater potential to be used for harm than for good? Essentially, cant think of too many home defense good guy with a gun stories that wouldnt have been the same with a gun that wasnt semi-auto, but can think of a ton of stories where there wouldve been fewer casualties if a shooters weapon wasnt semi-auto. --- ... Copied to Clipboard! |
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