We have to take another look at gun control. I have no problem with most guns; however, I fail to understand how we can rationalize the widespread availability of assault weapons. These are weapons of mass destruction designed to kill people — a lot of people. The arguments against some reasonable limits on these guns are, in my opinion, unconvincing.

For instance, imagine a gun were available that, instead of bullets, shot aerosol canisters of smallpox. Would our response be, “Oh well, that’s the Second Amendment for ya”? No. Such a weapon would be a bridge too far because no one shoots deer with smallpox.

I understand that limiting some guns will not limit all gun-related crime, but putting locks on doors does not prevent all break-ins. Should we stop locking doors? The disconnected and angry will still commit acts of violence, but should we make it easy for them?

via Guns, kids and mental health | The Salt Lake Tribune.