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Gun Control Laws, 2007.
An argument in favor of tightening gun control laws in the United States.
1,309 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the controversial topic of gun control in America. It explains the argument that gun control will save lives and keep guns out of the hands of criminals and gangs. It then presents the other side of the debate, that the Second Amendment of the Constitution guarantees the right to own guns, and that control is anti-American. The paper concludes that tighter gun control laws are necessary and discusses how to achieve these laws.
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"Recently, ABC World News Tonight reported on gang violence in Palm Beach, Florida, an upscale retirement community in South Florida. Gangs have taken over much of the city, and they use automatic weapons to maintain control. Reporter Pierre Thomas says the Palm Beach Police Department faces enormous firepower in attempting to deal with these gangs. He notes, "His [the Palm Beach Police Chief's] department routinely faces enormous firepower on the streets they patrol, and a majority of the shootings are from assault rifles and AK-47s, which are easily hidden from plain view" (Thomas, et. al). In one shooting in January, an 8-month old baby was killed in her car seat during a drive-by shooting where over 30 rounds were fired (Thomas, et. al). Palm Beach is not an isolated community. The Brady Campaign notes, "In 2002, nearly 8 children and teenagers, ages 19 and under, were killed with guns everyday" ("Firearm Facts"). Gangs are routinely becoming involved in organized crime activities such as drugs and prostitution, and they use their high-powered weapons to intimidate victims and maintain control over other rival gangs."
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Gun Control Laws, 2004.
An analysis of the need for more sensible gun control laws in the United States today.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 76.95
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This paper provides an overview of the Second Amendment and gun control in the United States. The paper presents arguments in support of more sensible gun control legislation. An assessment of current and future trends is followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"It is also important to point out that when the Second Amendment was enacted, the militia represented the state's exclusive instrument of armed force. "Police forces did not exist until the early nineteenth century" (Bogus 486). The ASA also notes that after the Civil War debates in Congress regarding the nature of citizenship affirmed the need to protect the individual right of African Americans in the South to keep and bear arms for self-defense. Today, ASA argues that the individual right to keep and bear arms guaranteed in the Second Amendment is not absolute, just like the First Amendment rights of freedom of speech and assembly. "Unlike some other gun rights organizations, ASA believes reasonable people may have genuine differences of opinion regarding the application of the right of gun ownership, thus leaving the door open for "sensible gun laws" that are constitutional" (Cutter 2)."
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Gun Control Laws, 2008.
A discussion on the absurdity of liberal gun control laws.
2,283 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 102.95
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This paper contends that although anti-gun liberals try to downplay the importance of, and would like to eliminate, the Second Amendment, it is still there in all of its misinterpreted glory. It looks at how these arguments, and the facts contradicting them, are but a few of the many lies that liberals spew on a daily basis and how the evidence clearly indicates that the more guns in existence in the hands of honest citizens, the safer America will be.
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"A horrendous oversight made by gun control groups and the politicians that make laws limiting access to firearms is the failure to differentiate between law-abiding citizens and criminals. The anti-gun way of thinking assumes that there is no reason to own a gun, except to use it as a weapon in the commission of a crime. However, they do not take into account the many legitimate reasons to own a firearm. For example, pistol shooting is a popular sport, with some professionals engaged in million-dollar contracts (NCPA, 12). Pistol hunting is also a widely enjoyed activity, which runs contrary to anti-gun propoganda. Last, but definitely not least, guns provide a great sense of security when owned for personal protection. In a survey conducted, sixty-two percent of firearm-owning households stated that protection from crime was an important reason for them owning guns."
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Gun Control Laws, 2000.
An examination of the pros and cons and statistical debate and argument that the laws are moderately effective and therefore a positive step against gun-related crime.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 104.95
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The controversial debate over gun control laws at the national and state levels is exacerbated each time another public shooting tragedy occurs. The question is whether such violence and such debate has resulted in any real change in those laws and, if so, what the effects of such change are.
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"The controversial debate over gun control laws at the national and state levels is exacerbated each time another public shooting tragedy occurs. The question is whether such violence and such debate has resulted in any real change in those laws and, if so, what the effects of such change are.
One problem is that the debate has become so emotional now--for good reason, considering so many senseless deaths by firearms, as well as the legitimate fear that gun control laws will become so restrictive that law-abiding citizens will be improperly disallowed from owning guns for sport or self-protection. However, because of such emotional propaganda from both sides of the debate, it is difficult to find reasonable exchanges on the issue. "
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An Argument for Stricter Gun Control Laws in America, 2000.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 88.95
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This paper argues for stricter gun control laws, citing several recent incidents with guns, statistics, and suggestions for change.
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"The second amendment ensures "the right of the people to keep and bear arms". People should have every right to think, judge, and act for themselves, but not all people do this in the most responsible way. When immoral, irrational, or unethical decisions are made, the government needs to intervene. Inside the home, one should be able to do what he wishes on his property, but even there, an invisible line must be drawn. For the good of the whole, people need to abide by certain laws, and when those lines are crossed, the government has to step in to protect its people."
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Gun Control and Gun Trafficking, 2008.
This paper examines the relationship between gun control and gun trafficking.
2,050 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 17 sources, APA, AU$ 94.95
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In this article, the writer researches the relationship between gun control and gun trafficking in an argumentative style of work with the goal of persuading a college-educated audience of the consequences of tighter gun control. The paper uses a supply and demand argument such as in the case of alcohol and prohibition and the current issue of illegal drugs versus legal drugs. The writer concludes that gun control does not deter crime and it is just as clear that gun control has not slowed down the trafficking of guns but in fact research shows just the opposite effects of gun control. The writer maintains that there are several provisions within the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights that are not cohesive with gun control laws and that the citizens of the United States must take issue through contacting their senators and representatives concerning gun control legislation in the future.
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Background
Legislation Relating to Gun Control
U.S. State Department Report
Opponents to Gun Control
Summary and Conclusion
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"This convention confirmed that 40% of individuals are gun owners presently. The convention notes that study findings show that the murder rate in New York City was not shown to go up or down with the rate of murders in which guns were involved. Guns are more expensive to own in Los Angeles than in New York City however, the proportion of murders with guns was much higher in Los Angeles than in New York City. The argument is presented by panelist Roth that gun violence is not necessarily deterred through low ownership of guns. The work of Koper reports that federal regulations that require gun dealers to report sales involving multiple guns is advisable and helpful in tracking down gun traffickers. Also reported is that laws restricting gun purchases in specific time periods is also effective in deterring gun crimes."
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Gun Control, 2004.
A look at gun control laws in the U.S. and why they remain so weak in spite of strong support for gun control.
2,938 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 150.95
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This paper addresses the question as to why the federal and state regulatory regime on guns remains so weak even though most American consistently and decisively support stronger national gun control laws. The paper considers the question in the context of single-issue voters and the historical background of the Second Amendment.
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Gun Control: Rules Without Results, 2003.
Presents arguments against gun control laws.
839 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 43.95
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This paper presents the argument often used to oppose gun control: that gun control laws violate the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The paper also cites statistics from the Australian Bureau of Statistics suggesting that crime has increased since Australia instituted gun control laws.
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"This, however, is a gross misrepresentation of the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights are "rights" which the government in unable to infringe upon. These rights were specifically declared to protect the citizens from the government?s tyranny, not to allow it to place restrictions upon us. Civil Rights set us free, not restrict us. The second amendment was specifically created so the citizens could be able to defend themselves in the event a tyrant leader came to power."
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Gun Control, 2004.
An opinion paper pushing for stronger gun control laws.
812 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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This paper presents an argument in favor of stricter gun control laws. The writer addresses several important issues surrounding the issue of gun control and presents a case for stricter laws and tougher enforcement regarding gun control.
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"The topic of gun control has been the center of heated debates for several decades. Events such as Columbine have served to deepen the line drawn in the sand regarding gun control laws, their strictness and the effort of their enforcement. Gun control laws need to become more stringent and be more harshly enforced of America hopes to stop the slippery slope that it appears to be on when it comes to gun violence in within its boundaries."
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Gun Control: The Great Controversy, 1998.
An argumentative paper for the dismissal of gun control laws.
1,030 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 53.95
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An argumentative paper about gun control. The author examines the development of gun control laws. By looking at their effect on present society, the author explains the controversy around gun control implementation.
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"Gun control is the United States movement to restrict the purchase and use of firearms5. The whole gun control debate started because of the rising crime rates involving handguns and automatic weapons 5. I believe that any more gun control than there is now is unconstitutional. The Second Amendment clearly states,??the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.? If it was decided to completely ban guns all together because of the difficulty of determining who was a legitimate user, then what would that really accomplish? Would gun-banning laws actually protect people from dangerous gun wielding criminals? I say no, it would not. All it would do is take the guns away from people who actually need it to protect themselves from criminals, leaving them vulnerable. There are already many guns in circulation so it would not be very difficult for a criminal to find a gun if he or she really needed one."
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Gun Control, 2002.
An argumentative essay for the need to strengthen, not weaken, current gun control laws.
735 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 38.95
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This paper argues that, despite measures like the Brady Law and the five-day waiting period, firearms continue to play a major role in instances of both criminal and accidental violence. This paper presents studies that show easy access to guns is more likely to cause, rather than prevent, crime. The author opposes the campaign to weaken gun laws because stricter gun control laws would deny the right to own guns for protection.
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"The Glock pistol that killed Ileto is nicknamed the ?pocket rocket? because of its power and small size. Since these guns are easy to conceal and carry, they often become deadly in the hands of otherwise law-abiding citizens caught up in anger, depression or other emotional instability. Like Joseph Ileto, anyone can become a target of opportunity."
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The Failure of Canada's Gun Control, 2005.
An argumentative essay on Canadian gun control laws.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 38.95
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The paper addresses the failing and financially disastrous gun control legislation and act that has been present in Canada for the past decade. The writer focuses on three failed aspects of this legislation: that it is financially over-budget; that it is targeting the wrong individuals; and that it has not been understood or embraced by either federal or provincial governments and leadership. The writer further argues that a different system must be studied and implemented for Canada to have the proper gun control that it long has boasted.
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"In its attempt to control guns, mirroring attempts in much the same way as its neighbor to the south, Canada has largely failed. While there has long been a history of support for stricter gun control in Canada than in the United States, such efforts have usually proven successful, or at least not as outrageous as recent developments. And while these recent actions and plans have affected crime and violence in a somewhat successful manner, the reason that they have failed is threefold. The current system of gun control can be considered inadequate and appalling because it has been a financial disaster, it has regularly targeted the wrong individuals with its restrictions, and it has been enacted without the full knowledge and/or cooperation of both the national government and the provincial governments."
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Gun Control, 2002.
A look at both sides of the gun control issue in the United States and an argument against gun control.
3,240 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 12 sources, APA, AU$ 136.95
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Gun control is a heated issue in political, social and religious circles. The paper discusses the philosophies and arguments of both camps. It describes how those who favor gun control claim it will stop the senseless murders which are on the increase in American society. The paper argues that although gun control looks good in theory, there are many reasons why it is not a plausible idea such as the fact that it is undemocratic and it will not remove the guns from the hands of criminals. The paper particulary focuses on the way that the issue of gun control has becoming so political in nature over the years.
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"Gun control proponents have on their side the funding of many environmental groups while the anti gun control camp has the power and funding the National Rifle Association behind them(Cannon, 2000). The teams square off in many arenas including political, educational and moral debates. The Million Mom march was about guns as have been the national rallies held by the NRA at key political times in the nation?s history. Each side provides celebrities to help their cause(Cannon, 2000). The NRA has famed actor Charlton Heston who was president of the club for several years and traveled the nation speaking out against gun control, while the gun control advocates have Rosie O?Donnell on their side. Great controversy arose when it was discovered that O?Donnell, has hired and armed body guards for her three children(Cannon, 2000). She promotes gun control however, from the standpoint that the body guards are trained and licensed in the operation of weapons not to mention registered. Regardless of which side one is on in the debate there are points to be won for everyone. When all is said and done however gun control goes against everything this country stands for and therefore would be a mistake of tremendous magnitude(Cannon, 2000)."
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Gun Control, 2005.
A look at the Bush Administration's policy towards gun control.
987 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 51.95
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Gun control and laws regulating this issue in the United States have been a controversial topic of debate for more than a decade. This paper explains that since the inception of extreme gun control laws in the late 1980s, the debate of how much crime is really prevented by gun control laws has raged on. The writer explains that it appears that the government and other anti-gun extremists have sided together against others in society who feel that public possession of guns should not be subjected to such extreme laws. The writer provides an exploration of these varied opinions, including that of the Bush Administration, some of its opponents, the National Rifle Association (NRA) and issues sparked by the Brady Law.
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"The 1994 assault weapons law entails that the manufacture and importation of certain types of semi-automatic rifles are banned, along with magazines of more than 10 rounds. Public outrage and debate has been sparked by an assertion from the Bush administration that this law will be reauthorized, as it was set to expire in September 2004. The Libertarian Party acts as one of the representatives of the public outcry. According to the Party, the fact that the President has renewed the ban on assault rifles results in a certain message being relayed to terrorists and criminals in the United States. Indeed, specifically the objection is that homeland security is being undermined by a law that is primarily aimed at law-abiding citizens. Criminals on the other hand deem themselves above the law, rendering any gun control laws obsolete and absolutely ineffective. The Party argues that Americans are vulnerable to criminals when they are not allowed to protect themselves. Furthermore it is said that the government cannot protect everyone in the country at the same time, and the only other reasonable recourse is to let law-abiding members of society protect themselves. The law then, according to these critics places power in the hands of criminals and terrorists, while disempowering those in society most in need of protection."
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Costs and Benefits of Gun Control, 2002.
Analysis of the economic costs and benefits of gun control and comparsion of the the arguments both for and agains gun control.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 103.95
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This research paper examines and analyzes the economic costs and benefits of gun control in the United States. The positions of gun control advocates and the gun lobby are compared and conclusions reached accordingly.
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Gun Control, 2005.
An examination of the controversial issue of gun control. The writer takes an anti-gun control stance.
1,761 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 82.95
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This paper argues gun control is a law that should exist to some extent, but that should not violate the right, as set out by the U.S. Constitution, to bear arms. It explains that there is no evidence proving that gun ownership increases the likelihood of any crime or accident if the gun is stored and used properly.
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"There exists a long-running debate concerning the question of whether owning a gun increases the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime, committing a crime that one would not otherwise have committed, or that household ownership of a gun increases the likelihood of death due to accident or suicide. Different studies have returned different findings and conclusions and it leaves one wondering exactly what the truth is and exactly what one should believe when contemplating possible gun purchase and household ownership of a gun."
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