Thursday, September 03, 2020

As Kenosha and Minneapolis Burn, Millions of Americans Buy Guns | Intellectual Takeout

See the source imageAs Kenosha and Minneapolis Burn, Millions of Americans Buy Guns | Intellectual Takeout
"It’s increasingly clear to even the average American that if riots come to your neighborhood, you’re on your own. 
The message received is increasingly be this: if your plan is to wait until the police show up to provide "protection," be prepared to wait a long time.
Consequently, as violence appears to surge in America's cities, millions of Americans have become first-time gun owners.

  • Government Officials Aren't Keeping Us "Safe"

There are two trends at work which are making Americans doubt that government law enforcement is reliable and effective.

  • On the one hand, the public is witnessing nightly displays of looting, rioting, and general civil unrest. 
  • At the same time, many police officers don't appear particularly able or willing to defend the public against looters and rioters...Read all.

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