It’s unknown if demonstrating responsible handling actually keeps kids safe.

  • SeaJ@lemm.eeOP
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    2 months ago

    Most likely they have been sold the fantasy that someone could break in and kill you at any time so if you do not have a gun at the ready, you will be a statistic.

    • francisfordpoopola@lemmy.world
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      2 months ago

      True… It’s very passive. No one ever pressed me to think this way but I just did… And still sorta do. Maybe movies? And I was susceptible to applying that concept to myself? I dunno.