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Chris Ortolano's avatar

I think it's time to buy a weapon; I've resisted so far, but I don't think I can ignore the imminent danger.

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MzNicky in East Jesus, TN's avatar

I keep thinking of the warning my No. 1 Virtual Boyfriend, the oracle/tragic hero Michael Fanone, offered in his election night WaPo interview: “Better fucking arm yourselves.”

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steve robertshaw's avatar

And remember, they may later institute a Political Registration ID check for purchasing ammo, so be sure you get a good supply when you do that.

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Marty's avatar

I’ve arrived at that decision myself.

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Paula Dean's avatar

If I had a gun, I'd end up shooting myself. Probably immediately.

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Deb's avatar

You and me both. That's the one thing that stops me!!!

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Lynn Horsky's avatar

ha ha, but man that does happen a lot...especially with kids. Guns are dangerous. We need to have massive online education for non-violent civil disobedience instruction. Flash mobs are great vehicles for demonstrations. Cultural community organizing on grassroots level. Flower power is not dead though fairies are long gone, there are many in the alternate conspiracy world matrix that talk to them (one of my MAGA RFK Tulsi Elon loving brothers, for ex, sigh).

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Paula Dean's avatar

Indeed, there are many people who are "away with the fairies"!

America has a gun-death epidemic. No one outside of the military should have access to assault weapons. By far, most gun deaths are accidental or happen in a "moment of madness". The only reason people need guns for self-defense is because there are too many guns in the wrong people's hands.

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Dennis's avatar

Do it! I guarantee you it will make you feel a little better. A little automatic in the sock drawer should be our new mantra.

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counterlife's avatar

I keep thinking about it, but so far have decided no.

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