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The example of California proves that banning certain types of weapons and ammunition is beneficial. The Debate at a Glance Bans on Certain Types of Guns and Ammunition Are a Bad Idea • Civilians need assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition clips for self-defense. • Banning certain types of guns and ammunition would restrict the ability of Americans to enjoy shooting sports. • The former assault weapon ban did not benefit the United States. • Banning assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition clips will not eradicate them; it will simply encourage an illegal market for these items.
Critical Thinking Questions 1. Can you think of an example where a person might need a gun that can quickly fire multiple shots without being reloaded? 2. Many sports shooters argue that assault weapons and high-capacity magazines make the sport easier and more enjoyable. Do you think this is enough reason to prevent a ban on these types of weapons and ammunition? Explain your answer. 3. Taking into account the facts and arguments presented in this discussion, how persuasive is the argument that civilians need assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition clips?
The youngest victim was a six-year-old girl. Lott points out that this shooting happened at a theater that banned guns. He argues that the shooter intentionally picked the theater for that reason, knowing that the theatergoers would all be without guns and thus defenseless. Lott says: There were seven movie theaters showing the premiere of the Batman movie within a 20-minute drive of the killer’s apartment. Only one banned guns, posting signs warning permit 33 holders that their guns weren’t allowed.