With so many shootings arising these days, many people wonder whether handguns should be banned or not. Some people say it is a part of American history and that they would not be here today without guns. While others believe that the country would be more peaceful and safe if the guns were illegal. The problems that come with banning guns are endless and could possibly cause many more problems than necessary or intended. Having a handgun is a way of protection and self defense. Awr Hawkins tells the story of how Derek Thomas used his gun in self-defense:
According to Fox 5, Derek Thomas was sitting home watching football when he “noticed a suspicious shadow” outside his window. He grabbed a gun, went out to investigate, and allegedly found 25-year-old Matthew Conklin rummaging through his truck. Thomas fired two warning shots and ordered Conklin to the ground. Conklin complied, after which Thomas called for his wife, who brought Tank [their 150 pound dog] out of the house. He said “(Tank) started barking and going crazy.” Thomas
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Starting when Great Britain suffered from the Dunblane Massacre the gun laws became increasingly strict. The Dunblane Massacre involved the death of 16 children and their teacher (“Gun Control”). However, in the United States of America even in the most horrific tragedies have not given enough reason to change the Constitution. This is primarily because of the extreme importance that the Constitution provides for America and her people. The constitution cannot just be changed. It is a meticulous, effortful, and sacred-like text that binds American culture and sets American’s apart. The constitution plays an important role and impacts the American lives in a way that is not only historical but is fundamental to the freedoms as to which Americans live their lives by (“Gun