The statistics around harm have to do with suicide risk, not making people want to kill you.
Under the circumstances, this risk is probably worth it assuming you are also organizing with other local leftists. Just buying a gun and calling it good is not enough.
It is undeniable that households with guns are statistically less safe. It not only has to do with making suicide easier, it also has to do with guns being discharged accidentally, falling into the hands of children, being used in domestic disputes, etc.
Individual gun ownership is not actually sufficient to protect communities, and is often more of a hazard. Communal gun ownership coupled with regular training and a culture of discipline with regards to how guns are stored, etc. is much better.
For all the criticisms that i have of the SRA politically, i think they fulfil an essential role. If you are untrained and undisciplined a gun only makes you a danger to yourself and others. It is important to build ties with other like minded comrades and organize.
The statistics around harm have to do with suicide risk, not making people want to kill you.
Under the circumstances, this risk is probably worth it assuming you are also organizing with other local leftists. Just buying a gun and calling it good is not enough.
It is undeniable that households with guns are statistically less safe. It not only has to do with making suicide easier, it also has to do with guns being discharged accidentally, falling into the hands of children, being used in domestic disputes, etc.
Individual gun ownership is not actually sufficient to protect communities, and is often more of a hazard. Communal gun ownership coupled with regular training and a culture of discipline with regards to how guns are stored, etc. is much better.
For all the criticisms that i have of the SRA politically, i think they fulfil an essential role. If you are untrained and undisciplined a gun only makes you a danger to yourself and others. It is important to build ties with other like minded comrades and organize.
Of course. I’m still a minor sadly so I don’t know if the US will collapse before I get the chance to own a gun or join party.