James Holmes, a former neuroscience Phd student, opened fired in a movie theatre in Aurora, Colarado. 12 people were killed; 59 wounded. Yet another massacre that shocked and stunned the world. Only the venue changed. What was supposed to have been a joyous outing to watch The Dark Knight Rises premiere, instead turned out be a nightmare for some; something worse for others: death. They were only going to watch a movie. . .
So, once again, in the aftermath of yet another shooting incident, the question of America's gun laws have been put to the fore. Is the rights of an individual to carry arms (clearly consecrated in the Second Amendment of the US constitution), coming to bite them hard? The answer, in the wake of increased gun massacres, seems to be an inevitable yes. In most states, it is quite easy to procure a gun. Even a machine gun can be bought with ease. The quality of information on background checks is JUST not sufficient.
Owning a gun, as it is believed by many locals, gives you a level of security from criminals etc., fair enough. But what is the price we pay to have this freedom? How many more gun-crazy madmen do we need to witness taking innocent lives before it hits us? As a Virginia Tech student, I am appalled by the lack of action taken to enforce stricter gun laws in the US. Every day wasted, is another open invitation for disaster. Gun enthusiasts need to open their eyes; in their vehement opposition to revising the country's gun laws, they are indirectly playing a part in the frequent shootings that go down. Bottomline: Gun laws in the US is something that must be dealt with harshly. Otherwise, the country risks finding itself in a very dangerous (in every sense of the word) position in the near future, if not already.
Meanwhile, the NRA (National Rifle Association) continue to remain silent since the shooting took place. . .
Meanwhile, the NRA (National Rifle Association) continue to remain silent since the shooting took place. . .
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