Guns Are Not the Problem, People Are | Campaign for Liberty

Guns Are Not the Problem, People Are | Campaign for Liberty: "There is already an assault weapons ban enacted there, and obviously it did not stop Adam Lanza from obtaining weapons. To illustrate the point, consider that cocaine is 74% cheaper today than it was 30 years ago, despite the $20-25 billion dollars per year the Government has spent trying to stop its entry into the country. Making something illegal does not stop it from getting into the hands of those who desire it."

"Every day, we make choices that expose us to extreme danger.  Acts like merging onto the highway, standing next to a forklift operator, even turning on a light switch or stepping onto an elevator require a high level of trust in the benevolence of an unknown stranger; our lives literally depend on them doing the right thing."

"we should instead look within.  Are we being compassionate towards those around us?  Are we treating each other with respect and dignity?"