The idea of the right to gun ownership is one that originated from our fear of oppression, back when we had just freed ourselves from tyranny. Today, when that fear is long over, we see that idea backfire on us, as the freedom to firearms became one of the leading causes of death. This gave birth to the question of whether gun ownership should really be allowed and whether it is still an important part …
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…ever since the second amendment has been written. Back in the 1700's, if there were to be a restriction on firearms, protest against it would be heard everywhere. Nowadays, anti-gun-ownership propaganda is seen and heard everywhere in the media. Moderation is the best answer, in my opinion. If firearms are registered, and the owner is thoroughly checked for criminal records, or violent tendencies, injuries and deaths can be reduced without excessive limitation on our freedom.