he people against private gun ownership wish to completely ban guns from all people. This would most definitely lower homicide rates in America just as it did in other countries but it is unfair to the American people who safely use guns for sport or collecting.Americans who are pro private gun ownership think that without guns, there wouldn't be an America. Many people see guns as a way to protect their loved ones, valuable items and property. Guns are used in many ways for recreational activities such as target shooting and hunting. They believe that it is a freedom that came along with the country and should not be taken away. In my opinion the rights of the second amendment should not be taken away. I have many examples of how private gun ownership is beneficial to people but couldn't find any which show that it is a con on society that had a background other than peoples stupidity, misjudgment and being unsafe.House jacking in Florida. A 49 year old male with Parkinson's disease. Fatally wounded a criminal whom was breaking in through his glass sliding doors with a legal handgun.The Times 5/6/00Man stops Bronco theft by threatening with handgun, no shots fired, in Pennsylvania.Butler Eagle 4/20/00 A woman's separated husband, armed with a butchers knife forced his way into her home in Kent, Washington. The woman's male companion was armed and fatally shot the would be murderer with a legal firearm.Tri-City Herald 8/17/00A 60 year old Las Vegas home owner was awakened by his barking dog at 1 A.M. Armed with his legal handgun, the man investigated. Opening the door to his den, he encountered an armed intruder. A gun battle ensued and the legal gun owner came out on top. The police arrived and captured a fleeing accomplice outside. Inside they found a handgun, still in the dead mans hand. The invader had a long record for burglary and battery.Las Vegas review-Journal 7/19/00Don't blame the inanimate gun for the actions ...
