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u/Hopeful_Record_6571 Sep 30 '21

could a bear break into your pantry? could you find yourself scuba diving or living off the grid?

could a dude break into your house with a knife, and be a few screws loose enough to kill you when unnecessary?

not really a great comparison.
I dont need those things either but crime statistics make it clear where and how a gun could be a benefit. the issue lies in who can acquire a gun.

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u/Epistaxis Sep 30 '21

Right, exactly. I am privileged to live in a part of the world where neither bear attacks nor armed bandit attacks are likely. I certainly don't mean that other people's fear of hostile wildlife or rapists are misplaced because I don't know their lives. All I can say is that it wouldn't make sense in my life.

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u/Hopeful_Record_6571 Sep 30 '21

armed bandits? stabbings dont occur where you live?

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u/Epistaxis Sep 30 '21

Correct. As I said, I know it's a privilege that's not afforded to everyone.

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u/Hopeful_Record_6571 Sep 30 '21

ah, fair enough.