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In reply to the discussion: Peer Review [View all]gejohnston
(17,502 posts)14. one thing
We do not need peer reviewed studies to wonder why the NRA opposes things like restrictions on "cop killer bullets, super sized clips, assault rifles, etc.
What is a "cop killer bullet"? armor piercing rounds have been illegal for civilian use since 1934. Assault rifles, and other machine guns, have been tightly regulated since then.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Firearms_Act
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assault_rifle
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assault_weapon
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assault_weapon
We do not need peer reviewed studies to wonder why the NRA supports "stand your ground" laws.
We do need a peer review study to as why people oppose something that they know nothing about.Edit history
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See post 4 and attempt to reply with substance, assuming that's not too much trouble. n/t
TPaine7
Jun 2012
#9
I know what he means, as well. Unfortunately for both of you- he's wrong. See post #27
friendly_iconoclast
Jun 2012
#28
The genetic fallacy again, eh? It doesn't matter where it was posted, he's still wrong.
friendly_iconoclast
Jun 2012
#36
Of course it matters where information comes from. Guncite is a propaganda site.
DanTex
Jun 2012
#37
And you've yet to prove me wrong. I admit Kopsch's testimony is hearsay...
friendly_iconoclast
Jun 2012
#38
There still are plenty of bullets available that will penetrate body armor- rifle bullets.
friendly_iconoclast
Jun 2012
#40
Unfortunately for you, that source directly contradicts your claims.
friendly_iconoclast
Jun 2012
#27
Yes! Do you think that valid points will stop being made because you express displeasure?
TPaine7
Jun 2012
#18
I wish he would ignore this whole group. He has already done me the favor of ignoring me and life
Tuesday Afternoon
Jun 2012
#45