By Walt Carr Source: The Washington Informer
A person you teach evil who does it, always had it in him – A Yoruba Proverb
Another mass killing spree has occurred like it has many times before. This time it’s in Tucson, Arizona, the same state where they recently turned up the heat on immigrants with a tough immigration law. That state is already boiling and needs prayers to quell the fire that may be brewing in its boundaries.
In the aftermath of the shooting, we all stood by helplessly; amazed and wondering which direction the US is heading in. Even the president and first lady took time out their busy schedules to attend the funeral, to show their concern and support. Many of us are afraid. We don't know where to turn or if the next shooting spree will involve us or our loved ones.
As days passed, although, we felt bad for the people that were affected, most of us have moved on. However, the people affected can't, as they mourn their loved ones or keep vigil over them in the hospital. I feel so bad for them, especially the parents of nine year old Christina Taylor Green whose life was cut short by a bullet.
With all that's been said and done, and people pointing accusing fingers at everyone else they can, the bottom line is, even if Jared Lee Loughner has mental illness, if never had a gun, these six people listed below would still be alive today.
1. Christina-Taylor Green, 9,
2. Dorothy "Dot" Morris, 76,
3. John Roll, 63,
4. Phyllis Schneck, 79,
5. Dorwan Stoddard, 76,
6. Gabriel "Gabe" Zimmerman, 30,
If Jared never had a gun, yes, he might have assaulted and battered someone, thrown objects or even worse, pulled out a knife at someone, but as soon as he did that people would have over powered him and turned him in to the authorities. However, thanks to the availability of guns, and armed with one he did as he pleased, ending the lives of 6 people, physically wounding many others and emotionally hurting many others as well.
Ultimately, no good comes from guns being readily available to everyone. A word is enough for the wise.....National Rifle Association members and lobbyists please take note….
I wish all injured parties especially Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords speedy recoveries. May the souls of the departed victims rest in perfect peace. Amen.
Another mass killing spree has occurred like it has many times before. This time it’s in Tucson, Arizona, the same state where they recently turned up the heat on immigrants with a tough immigration law. That state is already boiling and needs prayers to quell the fire that may be brewing in its boundaries.
In the aftermath of the shooting, we all stood by helplessly; amazed and wondering which direction the US is heading in. Even the president and first lady took time out their busy schedules to attend the funeral, to show their concern and support. Many of us are afraid. We don't know where to turn or if the next shooting spree will involve us or our loved ones.
As days passed, although, we felt bad for the people that were affected, most of us have moved on. However, the people affected can't, as they mourn their loved ones or keep vigil over them in the hospital. I feel so bad for them, especially the parents of nine year old Christina Taylor Green whose life was cut short by a bullet.
With all that's been said and done, and people pointing accusing fingers at everyone else they can, the bottom line is, even if Jared Lee Loughner has mental illness, if never had a gun, these six people listed below would still be alive today.
1. Christina-Taylor Green, 9,
2. Dorothy "Dot" Morris, 76,
3. John Roll, 63,
4. Phyllis Schneck, 79,
5. Dorwan Stoddard, 76,
6. Gabriel "Gabe" Zimmerman, 30,
If Jared never had a gun, yes, he might have assaulted and battered someone, thrown objects or even worse, pulled out a knife at someone, but as soon as he did that people would have over powered him and turned him in to the authorities. However, thanks to the availability of guns, and armed with one he did as he pleased, ending the lives of 6 people, physically wounding many others and emotionally hurting many others as well.
Ultimately, no good comes from guns being readily available to everyone. A word is enough for the wise.....National Rifle Association members and lobbyists please take note….
I wish all injured parties especially Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords speedy recoveries. May the souls of the departed victims rest in perfect peace. Amen.
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