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Failure of the Gun Laws

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"evidence" what evidence? If the Indians had 134 firearms, do you think they just walked off and left them behind with Custer's 81 1873 'Trapdoor' Springfield carbines! They took them, along with everything else, including Custer's underpants!
Posted by Paul1405, Wednesday, 19 July 2017 11:51:56 AM
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Leoj, must be most upset now that Malcolm Turnbull is also demanding answers concerning the death of Justine Damond at the hands of a US police officer.
Mr Turnbull said; "Something clearly went tragically wrong". "How can a woman out in the street in her pyjamas seeking assistance from the police be shot like that?"

In a violent gun society, like in the US, it is not only the criminal that has a propensity for the use of guns in the committing of crime. Where a society see guns, and the use of guns, as an acceptable practice, it is not uncommon for those supposedly on the side of good, police officers, to also resort to gun play as a first and only response, with tragic results.
A fained pretence of shock and outrage at these kinds of everyday events in a violence fuelled society like in the US, achieves nothing, such will continue to happen while ever guns are socially and so readily accepted. No one in their right mind should want that for Australia.

Any agreement on that?
Posted by Paul1405, Thursday, 20 July 2017 9:02:11 AM
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Paul1405,

Predictably, there is the occasional Yobbo Jackass and the the tabloids with their own secondary agenda in mind who would be aiming to make gravy for themselves out of what is very likely a tragic accident.

They would also want to put a sensationalist spin on things too by demanding that PM Turnbull confirm what any government would do, which is to be involved where its citizen is harmed or at risk overseas.

The occasional Yobbo Jackass and column-filling tabloid would also be wanting to foster all manner of speculative gossip, which they then 'challenge' others to 'deny' or 'confirm' thereby making up more stories.

Meanwhile, the investigation - which has considerable powers - is under way and ultimately and timely too, a properly formed court will be taking and weighing evidence.

There is absolutely no reason to doubt that the law will take its course, without fear or favour and a properly constituted jury will decide.

At this stage what all can be thankful for is the restraint being shown by the more authoritative, more credible media, who are reporting the facts without adding 'colour'.

All you are doing Paul1405, is attempting to piggyback on a terrible tragedy to stir. Disgusting. You appear to be devoid of principles and compassion.
Posted by leoj, Thursday, 20 July 2017 12:15:56 PM
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My heartfelt sympathy and sorrow to any who might be in any way affected by this loss or is presently feeling sadness for whatever reason. Each and every loss leaves us all diminished.

As a gift,

'The Well of Being' Jean-Paul Weill', might be helpful to some who are struggling with sadness. It should be available from public libraries.

For our young children,
'Cry, Heart, But Never Break', Glenn Ringtved (Author), Charlotte Pardi (Illustrator), Robert Moulthrop (Translator) .

While nothing prepares us, we must continue on.
Posted by leoj, Thursday, 20 July 2017 12:28:02 PM
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PAUL,

"...."evidence" what evidence? If the Indians had 134 firearms, do you think they just walked off and left them behind with ...."

had you bothered to read the link you would not appear to be a dim-wit, the evidence is forensic and based upon the projectiles recovered from the battlefield, which is a National Site.

Do read history with a modicum of comprehension.
Posted by Is Mise, Thursday, 20 July 2017 3:02:17 PM
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