I’m Tired of the Narratives
How can we end gun violence?
Another mass shooting – are we becoming numb to these now? Why is it that mass shooting is the only thing we can’t do anything about to prevent?
I’m tired of the narratives about what or who is to blame for these shootings.
Why are they the only country in the world where this happens so frequently? More guns haven’t solved the problem. We are already the country with the most guns per capita. Arming teachers isn’t a solution either – I’ve talked to a few teachers; they aren’t for that. They are already underpaid, overstressed, and don’t need more added to their plates.
Why can’t we use statistics, facts, data, and common sense to come up with a solution to this? Other countries have implemented stricter gun laws, and mass shootings stopped. Why can’t the United States follow suit?
Oh, because we have people believing that if the government has certain guns, they should also have them to protect themselves.
Those who want stricter gun laws aren’t saying to get rid of guns altogether (we know, it’s your constitutional right), but guns shouldn’t be so accessible.
For those who say that mental health is the problem, yes, it’s both – the guns and mental health. However, we aren’t the only country with mental health issues, but we are the only one with the problem of how frequently these mass shootings happen.
I just want to know that when my child goes to school, she will come back home alive at the end of the day, and in the United States of America, unfortunately, I don’t know that.
Guns are the number one killer of children in this country. How is that not alarming to people? How can you not want something done for this to change?
Why is it that people want to protect guns over children? Our future! Something must be done.
We are tired of mourning children that shouldn’t have been shot!
Guns are the problem, guns have been the problem, and they will continue to be the problem until gun legislation is passed.
With Love, Heidy
As someone from the UK, it's difficult for us to fully grasp the US approach to guns and the frequency of mass shootings. While we acknowledge the constitutional right to bear arms, it's disheartening to see that guns remain so accessible, despite the evident harm they cause, particularly to children. Stricter gun laws in other countries have proven effective in reducing mass shootings, making it puzzling why the US doesn't follow suit.
Of course, mental health is an issue, but as the blog post rightly points out, it is not unique to the US. What sets the US apart is the pervasive gun culture and the devastating frequency of these shootings. It's heartbreaking to hear parents worrying about the safety of their children in school, a place where they should feel secure.
It's time for a serious, fact-based discussion on this issue. We need to prioritize the safety and well-being of our children and future generations over the unregulated access to firearms.