Grace Cranston Professor Barbee English 102 April 5, 2023 Triggering Change The issue of gun control has been a topic for years. It is important to recognize that the Second Amendment to the US Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms. However, this does not mean that the law is impenetrable. It is a fundamental right that can be restricted in the interest of public safety like any other right. Some argue that owning a gun is a fundamental freedom guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the US Constitution, while others argue that the abundance of guns poses a serious threat to public safety. In the United States, gun violence is a major threat to public health and safety. Sensible gun control laws are more important now than ever. Gun …show more content…
Not everyone is able to handle a firearm responsibly, and not everyone should have access to all firearms. In the article, The Hard, Simple Truth about Gun Control by Carl T. Bogus writes, “The goal is to devise a system of firearm regulation that allows responsible people to own guns and denies them to irresponsible people”(Bogus 88). One option for gun control is to regulate the sale, purchase and possession of firearms through legislation. This could include measures such as background checks on all gun purchases, restrictions on certain types of firearms, and restrictions on the number of firearms a person can own. Legislation can be effective in reducing gun violence if it is well drafted and properly enforced. It provides a legal framework to hold individuals and organizations accountable for gun-related crimes and accidents. However, legislation can be difficult to pass, especially in states with strong pro-gun lobbies. It may not address the main causes of gun violence, such as mental illness or social inequality, and the availability of guns on the black market may undermine it. Another way to promote responsible gun ownership is through education. Governments and non-governmental organizations can provide education and training programs for gun owners and prospective gun owners. This might include courses on gun safety, responsible gun ownership, and the risks of gun violence. Education can help reduce the stigma and fear surrounding guns, particularly in communities where gun ownership is common. Education can be targeted to specific populations, such as children or veterans, who may be at higher risk of gun-related accidents or