The key to a democratic super majority? Dropping the gun ban rhetoric. Embracing the 2nd. Worrying about sensible laws around it once they have full control.

[–] AFaithfulNihilist@lemmy.world 11 points 5 months ago

I'm hoping that the Trump administration can convince liberals that the second amendment is not their enemy, but it's important to remember that every time we get any expansion of gun control it is because Republicans did it.

Republicans will only expand gun control when the 'undesirables' start arming themselves.

It sounds counterintuitive but The most effective path to real gun control is to encourage minorities to exercise their second amendment.

[–] buttnugget@lemmy.world 3 points 5 months ago

I have a hard time believing this is a key obstacle. I think it seems like this is the problem, but that simply embracing progressive policies is good enough. It certainly doesn’t help, I’ll agree with that—but look at a place like Australia. After Port Arthur? Done and dusted.

[–] Antagnostic@lemmy.world 12 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Weird way to hold a gun

[–] Fetus@lemmy.world 8 points 5 months ago

If I want someone to hold me, this is how I mean.

[–] UltraMagnus0001@lemmy.world 7 points 5 months ago

We should all do that.

[–] TransSynthesist@lemmy.blahaj.zone 5 points 5 months ago

what what! reppin the pnw

[–] Sterile_Technique@lemmy.world 5 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago)

Look for local LGBT+ friendly gun ranges. Some of them offer classes geared specifically to that audience (probably the same material as any other course, just without the usual 'gun nut' crowd).

...speaking of, I need to follow up with the one in my area - I've been trying get some hours in as a volunteer, but they never replied to my email. Thanks for the reminder!!