Arguments Against Gun Control
Gun Control Guns, one of the deadliest weapons that are used today. They have been around for many years and have continued to increase in power and ability. Guns can cause harm and trauma to many but also can be used for recreational activities and even self defense. The debate on gun control has been around for a long time but is becoming increasingly more necessary. This is basically deciding whether or not to allow normal everyday people to be in possession of guns and the consequences that come from it.
First, before discussing gun control itself we must understand the 2nd Amendment. The 2nd Amendment states, "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a Free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, …show more content…
However, in Luke 11:21-21 it says, “When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own palace, his goods are safe; but when one stronger than he attacks him and overcomes him, he takes away his armor in which he trusted and divides his spoil.” (Bible) This is basically going along with the fact that people need to have guns in case a situation like this arises and they need to protect themselves and their belongings or family. Also in John 14:15 it says, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” (Bible) The commandment that they are talking about is, “you shall not kill”. This is an example where the Catholic Church is for gun control in order to be prolife and keep God’s commandments. However, the Catholic Church has no truly defined stance on gun control it changes and is even different between different church …show more content…
That wasn’t always the case he believed while in the senate, that each person should be allowed to carry arms. However, since being president and all of the shootings he has become in favor of gun control. “President Barack Obama on Monday made an emotional plea for Americans to urge Congress to pass new gun control measures.” (Hunt) Obama really feels that there need to be steps made in order to protect everyday citizens from those who use guns in the wrong way by implementing new gun control laws. However nothing has been done yet. Mostly, Obama was fighting for background checks, less assault rifles, and the number of magazines sold at a time. (What’s in Obama’s Gun Control Proposal) Nothing has been done yet but Obama will continue to try to push for new gun control laws in order to keep the country
First, before discussing gun control itself we must understand the 2nd Amendment. The 2nd Amendment states, "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a Free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, …show more content…
However, in Luke 11:21-21 it says, “When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own palace, his goods are safe; but when one stronger than he attacks him and overcomes him, he takes away his armor in which he trusted and divides his spoil.” (Bible) This is basically going along with the fact that people need to have guns in case a situation like this arises and they need to protect themselves and their belongings or family. Also in John 14:15 it says, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” (Bible) The commandment that they are talking about is, “you shall not kill”. This is an example where the Catholic Church is for gun control in order to be prolife and keep God’s commandments. However, the Catholic Church has no truly defined stance on gun control it changes and is even different between different church …show more content…
That wasn’t always the case he believed while in the senate, that each person should be allowed to carry arms. However, since being president and all of the shootings he has become in favor of gun control. “President Barack Obama on Monday made an emotional plea for Americans to urge Congress to pass new gun control measures.” (Hunt) Obama really feels that there need to be steps made in order to protect everyday citizens from those who use guns in the wrong way by implementing new gun control laws. However nothing has been done yet. Mostly, Obama was fighting for background checks, less assault rifles, and the number of magazines sold at a time. (What’s in Obama’s Gun Control Proposal) Nothing has been done yet but Obama will continue to try to push for new gun control laws in order to keep the country