"Gun control vs freedom", how Americans view their right to own guns; some web links which deal with various gun and crime statistics first language

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GUN CONTROL VS FREEDOM

In this research I will try to show how Americans view their freedom and how the attempt to implement gun control policies is an infringement on freedom from their point of view. In addition, there will be some facts and numbers to show how do they see that matter.

Gun Control And Culture

The idea of gun control and regulation is becoming more and more popular throughout the U.S., although it may still bring up resistance among some people. Guns are sort of a foundation of American culture. This country's freedom was won over bloody and "heroic" wars with guns. Guns are portrayed throughout television, movies, and video games. Guns are a popular symbol of power, control, authority, dominance, and can be associated with security and defense.

The role guns play in their society is a highly controversial debate. I will support the gun control and regulatory side of this topic as a short-term realistic goal. There are supporters of the 2nd amendment guaranteeing American citizens the right to bear arms, and there are people who strongly disagree with the widespread use and availability of guns to youth and criminals. Those in favour of open gun use are often motivated by the 2nd Amendment, and the right many claim to hunt, protect the home, or for defense against potential militias or government overthrow. The motive behind proponents of gun control on the other hand, is to restrict accessibility to guns to prevent violence and death in their society. My position is neither an attempt to persuade or convince anyone to use guns nor to control and restrict them.

The Second Amendment

The Second...