1. The central claim of this editorial is that increased gun control isn't as effective as Americans think it will be. A common belief is that gun control has been easy and successful for Europe, more specifically England, however the author claims the transition was not easy and has not been as effective as many of us believe. Another important claim is that guns can play a crucial roll in self defense.
2. The editorial often compares Europe's statistics to America's statistics. For example, the editorial cites that in 2000, the rate that people were robbed or assaulted was higher in European countries than in the United States. The point is that gun control doesn't necessarily prevent violence.
3. I don't believe in more gun control. If someone has the urge to shoot up a school, they will find a way. It won't matter if guns are legal or not. Also, it would be nearly impossible to rid the United States of guns. There are already so many preexisting weapons that it would be impractical to get rid of them all. Furthermore, I do not believe that guns kill people. People kill people. If we wish to end or decrease gun violence then I suggest we catch those who are prone to do it before they have the opportunity to get their hands on a weapon.
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