The Pros And Cons Of Gun Control

“Four out of every 10 Americans own a gun. And nearly 3 out 4 believe that the Second Amendment guarantees an individual the right to have a firearm.” (Schwartz 2011 n.p.) Many Americans believe that concealed weapons are the main cause of violence. There have been many controversial, religious and political issues addressing gun control, concealed weapons and banning fire-arms in the U.S. that have been going on for many years. Gun Control is an action of the government that is suppose to reduce crime. The right to bear arms is Americans constitutional right; this right is ensured by the 2nd Amendment. Others believe that concealed weapons make life safer. After the massacres at Columbine High School and Virginia Tech University, the question is always the same: How could this tragedy have been prevented? “Recent Gallup polls show that only 38 percent of Americans think the most important way to combat gun violence is through stricter gun laws; 58 percent
In order to foster a healthy learning environment at America’s colleges and universities, it is critical that students and faculty feel safe on campus. If concealed carry were allowed on America’s campuses there are no doubts that many students would feel uncomfortable about not knowing whether their professors and fellow students were carrying handguns. “In 2003, there were 11,920 total gun homicides in the United States, but only 10 total murders on the nation’s college campuses.”(Opposing Viewpoints 2011 n.p.). Campus shooters are also frequently