I believe in the right to bear arms 100%, however there is always an exception to the rule... In a perfect world there would be a test that could determine if giving a gun to someone would be a "bad" idea, but we do not live in a perfect world. The girl sitting at the coffee shop sipping on her coffee could very well put on a show that she is well put together but in all honesty giving her a gun she could become the worst serial killer the world has ever seen. What I am trying (and failing) to say is that it not simple.
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At the moment America doesn't even have a semblance of a test for mental stability. At least don't give random strangers weapons.
I also have to question the efficiency of simple weapons. "The right to bear arms" was always referring to being able to fight against the state if something like the British occupation were to happen again. Fighting robbers/murderers doesn't fit into that.
There have also been some other points made that usually the best response even when you have a gun is to run and hide. I think small firearms are better for this, not the sensational massive rifles that get all the attention.
With guns and cars, you really can't allow someone stupid near them. Even one kid getting a hold of a gun is too much. Even one accidental shooting is too much. I'm not saying this would never happen. But at least reduce the chances as much as possible.
America needs to work on this. There should be a test that can be given, not to mention a waiting period, and I think classes that are mandatory before you can own a gun. You bring up so very good points and I agree with you. I do not think the average person should have anything more than a simple hand gun. Now if you are a hunter that is different but there should be rules to all of it... and if the rules are not followed the "punishment" should match. Where I live, yes I do feel the need to have a gun, however make no mistake, we take every precaution. The gun is the last line of defense... we have land so we have setup "traps", not to mention we have big guard dogs...