Some observations

gunguy77 · February 22, 2013, 03:28 PM

Hello Everyone,

This forum has provided me with a wealth of information over the years, and I thought that I might share my own opinion with respect to the current political climate and gun control. I posted a small opinion piece a few weeks ago and received mostly positive reviews, I would like to share it here and welcome any constructive feedback. I should point out, that I am not a professional blogger or writer. I simply write what's on my mind, and hope something strikes a chord with someone.

Mods please move if this is an inappropriate spot.
http://greenmountainninja.blogspot.c...ead-hands.html

Regards,

Robert

sig220mw · February 22, 2013, 04:03 PM

I agree with most of your thoughts but I do know that not all felons have been convicted of violent crimes and that registration is a prelude to confiscation. While you don't think this way, there are many in our government that do and they are the ones proposing these laws. I personally don't care who owns a gun as long as we all can.

gunguy77 · February 22, 2013, 06:28 PM

Well put Sir....I should have qualified my thoughts on Felons with guns. I agree that not all Felons are violent and appreciate your feedback! You make some excellent points, thank you!

Warrior1256 · February 22, 2013, 08:50 PM

I, too, agree with most of what you say. However I am against universal background checks. I believe this is just a sneaky way to bring in registration.

eldermike · February 22, 2013, 09:01 PM

Good words. You need to change the word know to now in the next to last sentence.

I can see a need for background checks but I don't trust the entity that keeps the records. Thats enough reason for me to be against it.

gunguy77 · February 22, 2013, 10:43 PM

Thank you Gentleman. Your responses have been very helpful....and your proofreading too!

I had not fully considered universal background checks as a precursor to registration. Very good point. I really appreciate your feedback.

Webleymkv · February 23, 2013, 10:09 AM

While I agree with most of what you have to say, the Universal Background Checks is where our opinions part ways. While UBC's may seem like a relatively simple issue at first glance, it's actually a very complicated one with copious unintended, or perhaps intentionally unspoken, consequences. I wrote a rather long explanation of why I think UBC's are a bad idea not long ago so rather than re-post all of it, I'll just link the other thread:

http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=516231

gunguy77 · February 23, 2013, 02:49 PM

Webley...

Your piece was thought-provoking and informative. It has given me a chance to reflect on my position regarding the universal background check. Great read, thank you!

February 22, 2013, 03:28 PM	#1
gunguy77 Junior Member Join Date: March 22, 2008 Posts: 9	Some observations Hello Everyone, This forum has provided me with a wealth of information over the years, and I thought that I might share my own opinion with respect to the current political climate and gun control. I posted a small opinion piece a few weeks ago and received mostly positive reviews, I would like to share it here and welcome any constructive feedback. I should point out, that I am not a professional blogger or writer. I simply write what's on my mind, and hope something strikes a chord with someone. Mods please move if this is an inappropriate spot. http://greenmountainninja.blogspot.c...ead-hands.html Regards, Robert

February 23, 2013, 10:09 AM	#7
Webleymkv Senior Member Join Date: July 20, 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 9,414	While I agree with most of what you have to say, the Universal Background Checks is where our opinions part ways. While UBC's may seem like a relatively simple issue at first glance, it's actually a very complicated one with copious unintended, or perhaps intentionally unspoken, consequences. I wrote a rather long explanation of why I think UBC's are a bad idea not long ago so rather than re-post all of it, I'll just link the other thread: http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=516231 __________________ Smith, and Wesson, and Me. -H. Callahan Well waddaya know, one buwwet weft! -E. Fudd All bad precedents begin as justifiable measures. -J. Caesar

February 22, 2013, 04:03 PM	#2
sig220mw Member Join Date: April 16, 2011 Location: Marshall, Texas Posts: 47	I agree with most of your thoughts but I do know that not all felons have been convicted of violent crimes and that registration is a prelude to confiscation. While you don't think this way, there are many in our government that do and they are the ones proposing these laws. I personally don't care who owns a gun as long as we all can.

February 22, 2013, 06:28 PM	#3
gunguy77 Junior Member Join Date: March 22, 2008 Posts: 9	Well put Sir....I should have qualified my thoughts on Felons with guns. I agree that not all Felons are violent and appreciate your feedback! You make some excellent points, thank you!

February 22, 2013, 08:50 PM	#4
Warrior1256 Senior Member Join Date: November 11, 2012 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 144	I, too, agree with most of what you say. However I am against universal background checks. I believe this is just a sneaky way to bring in registration.

February 22, 2013, 09:01 PM	#5
eldermike Senior Member Join Date: January 24, 2013 Location: NC Posts: 293	Good words. You need to change the word know to now in the next to last sentence. I can see a need for background checks but I don't trust the entity that keeps the records. Thats enough reason for me to be against it.

February 22, 2013, 10:43 PM	#6
gunguy77 Junior Member Join Date: March 22, 2008 Posts: 9	Thank you Gentleman. Your responses have been very helpful....and your proofreading too! I had not fully considered universal background checks as a precursor to registration. Very good point. I really appreciate your feedback.

February 23, 2013, 02:49 PM	#8
gunguy77 Junior Member Join Date: March 22, 2008 Posts: 9	Webley... Your piece was thought-provoking and informative. It has given me a chance to reflect on my position regarding the universal background check. Great read, thank you!