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In article <3at4t5$7h5@utdallas.edu> jspence@utdallas.edu writes:
>You are wrong again Ray. I do know my history and the foundations of 
>American government. I also am aware of many current facts (whatever 
>facts you may speak of). I read much political philosophy and I am aware 
>of political and social realities. As to guns and their uses, I see no 
>use for them at all. None! I cannot comment on my credulity, but as for 
>my arrogance: so be it. Holding and shooting a gun is just like alcohol 
>and drugs, something we could use a lot less of. Too many damn guns. Guns 
>for children, guns to protect the home, guns to kill people. What is a 
>gun for but to kill something. Bullshit on that target stuff, most people 
>shoot at silhouttes of people. White people shoot at Blacks and Hispanics 
>at the target ranges. They are just feeding their addiction of hate.

It sounds to me as if you are creating your own political and social
realities.  As far as the use of guns, there are many.  The first that comes
to most people's mind is self defense, and I can give you an example where
this proved to be very valuable to my father once.  It has also saved many
other peoples' lives and property.

For many years I shot as a means of relaxation.  In fact, you are taught
some techniques for relaxation so that you can become a better shooter.  The
two work together. The closer you are to falling asleep (at least in rifle
shooting), the better your score!  It is a very enjoyable hobby, though it
can be a bit expensive, depending on the caliber of firearm you choose to
shoot.

A gun like alcohol and drugs?  Perhaps to you, but not to most other people.
If that is the case, then you _should_ strive to control this in your life.
ANYTHING (coffee, hand washing, etc.) that takes control of your life to the
point that you need it should be treated most carefully.

Your other statements are generalizations.  While some people DO shoot at
silhouette targets, the idea that they have an image of a particular ethnic
group or person in mind as they are doing so is pretty strange.  I suppose
that if you were some sort of psychopathic killer consumed by hate for
someone, then it would be possible. If you see things that way, then perhaps
it is time you seek some help.


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