Texas may start allowing alcohol sales at some gun shows

[Sousuke 1,214]

Yes, firearms totally fail their one and only purpose. They're not lethal at all. Everything else is, just not the firearm. Poor little thing.

They aren't lethal without ammunition per the OP.

[Trumplestiltskin 5,791]

The real question is whether an armed population makes society more or less safe, not whether guns kill.

[Karee 4,190]

The real question is whether an armed population makes society more or less safe, not whether guns kill.

I'd say that an armed population makes society safer, when the criminals are already well armed. If the criminals didn't have the amount of firearms that they have, then I'd say no, there is no reason for the U.S. population to be armed. Unless of course your concerned about the Kenyan becoming dictator for life.

[Sousuke 1,214]

The real question is whether an armed population makes society more or less safe, not whether guns kill.

I think that question is irrelevant. I'm progun clearly. However a population without arms is going to be safer period.

The question for me is, do I have a right to have a force multiplier to defend myself. The answer is clearly yes in this nation.

[Trumplestiltskin 5,791]

There are no clear answers to that, but I don't think it can be argued that proliferation of guns in society doesn't come with its own set of problems.

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

They aren't lethal without ammunition per the OP.

So back to the practically gun free zone. I thought gun aficionados avoid those because they're so dangerous? Are we now saying that putting ammunition off limits makes a place suitable for alcohol consumption? Shouldn't ammunition then also be banned at bars and restaurants that serve alcohol? I'll be damned if I had not read on this board how carrying loaded guns into restaurants was a good idea and improves safety. So which is it?

Edited August 10, 2014 by Mr. Big Dog

[Sousuke 1,214]

So back to the practically gun free zone. I thought gun aficionados avoid those because they're so dangerous? Are we now saying that putting ammunition off limits makes a place suitable for alcohol consumption? Shouldn't ammunition then also be banned at bars and restaurants that serve alcohol? I'll be damned if I had not read on this board how carrying loaded guns into restaurants was a good idea and improves safety. So which is it?

I do think bars should be gun free zones. Restaurants, not so much.

[VOL 425]

most CHL holders in Texas carry at places whether or not it is a Gun Free zone. Only place I wouldn't carry would be in a post office or inside a school in texas..

[lostinblue 1,989]

most CHL holders in Texas carry at places whether or not it is a Gun Free zone. Only place I wouldn't carry would be in a post office or inside a school in texas..

So do you feel safer today ,, Than say a year or two.ago? We are being invaded with these 9 year olds..and such.

[spookyturtle 9,466]

Yes, firearms totally fail their one and only purpose. They're not lethal at all. Everything else is, just not the firearm. Poor little thing.

They're not lethal at all until there is human interaction. A parked car never hurt anyone that didn't run into it.

[spookyturtle 9,466]

So back to the practically gun free zone. I thought gun aficionados avoid those because they're so dangerous? Are we now saying that putting ammunition off limits makes a place suitable for alcohol consumption? Shouldn't ammunition then also be banned at bars and restaurants that serve alcohol? I'll be damned if I had not read on this board how carrying loaded guns into restaurants was a good idea and improves safety. So which is it?

I think drinking and driving should be illegal too. Anyone who drives to a bar shouldn't be allowed to drink. Bars would be safer if they were car free.

[Dakine10 5,452]

most CHL holders in Texas carry at places whether or not it is a Gun Free zone. Only place I wouldn't carry would be in a post office or inside a school in texas..

Too bad you didn't meet Gary from Vermont, a long time poster here.

He said he concealed carried everywhere, even in the shower. Not sure how and don't want to know, but impressive none the less.

[We Keep Receipts 9,238]

Too bad you didn't meet Gary from Vermont, a long time poster here.

He said he concealed carried everywhere, even in the shower. Not sure how and don't want to know, but impressive none the less.

If you look hard enough, you'd see he's still here. He's someone's uncle...

[Dakine10 5,452]

If you look hard enough, you'd see he's still here. He's someone's uncle...

I know some think so, but I just don't see it. I've argued a lot with Gary at times. Same outlook maybe, but completely different styles.

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[UncleBeer 244]

I'm really, REALLY not 'Gary'; I don't even know who he was. Also don't know why some folks get stuck on a twisted delusion and can't / won't let go ....