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In reply to the discussion: How Many People Have Been Killed by Guns Since Newtown? 387 Excellent> (interactive map) [View all]billh58
(6,635 posts)29. Does it really make a difference
what the motive of a gun death is? Is it possible that without access to a gun there would be fewer suicides? Suicide by gun is almost always successful -- other methods, not so much.
If there is a gun in the house, chances of a homicide, OR a suicide are increased significantly. Access to a gun is detrimental to everyone's health, and they should be treated as such.
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How Many People Have Been Killed by Guns Since Newtown? 387 Excellent> (interactive map) [View all]
sasha031
Jan 2013
OP
Thank you for the post. I read it both times. And sent out a link on Twitter.
Dems to Win
Jan 2013
#11
more enlightened population....all the cutting edge ideas start on the west coast. my guess
Laura PourMeADrink
Jan 2013
#32
the Slate site is messed up right now, i sure hope it didn't go up to 1242 overnight...
farminator3000
Jan 2013
#37