I wasn't clear. I don't think that there should be NO line, but I think the line we already have is sufficient -- maybe even slightly zealous. I do question whether or not the federal government should be the entity calling the shots (bwah!) in the matter. If they have any say at all, it should only be where national security is concerned. So WMDs are in their purview. Small arms are not, unless the quantity and quality is sufficient to pose an actual threat to the nation as a whole. Otherwise, let the states handle it.
I think people have a huge misconception about the role of the federal government. The point of the constitution is to protect the people from their government — not the other way around.
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Originally Posted by glatt
most armed robberies, etc. are currently committed against unarmed people.
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That's why privately owned firearms should always remain legal.
.50 cal fully auto, too. Who the hell is going to pack one of those into a 7-11 when you have all that money and cigarettes to carry out? Sell the gun and BUY the smokes.