My brother is in Jerusalem (yes, ISRAEL)

[Kalashnikov]

Owned if that were true. But it is a well known fact that Israeli's own more guns percentage wise than Americans. My Jewish friends who have visited Israel have also mentioned this.


"The United States has a higher murder rate than other countries because Americans own so many guns." False. Switzerland and Israel have more gun ownership than the United States and their murder rate is far less. Switzerland has more guns per person than any country in the world, yet is one of the safest places to be. All males age 20 to 42 are required to keep fully automatic rifles or pistols at home. It's a common sight to see Israelis carrying sidearms. On the other hand, Brazil and Russia have complete gun control, and their murder rate is five times that of the United States. "

http://www.eagleforum.org/psr/2000/june00/psrjune2000.html


Read it for yourself. It mainly debunks all those liberal myths dealing with gun control.

I wasn't trying to "own" you...lol. But I HAVE heard that Israel has very restrictive gun laws. In the US, anyone older than 21 with a clean record can buy a handgun (except in communist-run areas like Chicago, NYC, and Washington DC). Israel does not issue permits to more than a handful of its citizens, however if they do manage to get the permit they can carry if they want to. Also, they cannot own more than 1 pistol. Sounds pretty restrictive to me.

The high rates of gun ownership you have heard about are probably being confused with military personnel who are allowed to carry.

 

[2Thick]

Or if you admire attractive scenery.

In the desert.

 

[2Thick]

LOL well yeah but still, its not like people compare Israel to the heart of the Sahara.

Beauty can be found and anything (and in nothing at all) so i am not arguing with you, but having seen the place it is seriously a desert.

 

[Mr. dB]

"The United States has a higher murder rate than other countries because Americans own so many guns."

"Would you be happier, little girl, if they was all pushed out of windows?" A. Bunker

 

[MattTheSkywalker]

Then explain Canada's lack of crime (even though both countries have relatively the same rates of poverty).

Much lower population, smaller cities, less disparity of wealth.

 

[Mandinka2]

Actually I think its great that your brother went out there Matt , at least he will see with his own eyes the situation out there as opposed to one painted by media elements. Everyone should do some travelling to open their mind a little and see how the other side lives.

 

[MattTheSkywalker]

Actually I think its great that your brother went out there Matt , at least he will see with his own eyes the situation out there as opposed to one painted by media elements. Everyone should do some travelling to open their mind a little and see how the other side lives.

I agree. I think it;s great.....as long as he stays safe

 

[Testosterone boy]

Well........how are things in Israel?

He picked an interesting time to visit. Med school perhaps?

 

[MattTheSkywalker]

Well........how are things in Israel?

He picked an interesting time to visit. Med school perhaps?

Yeah right after that attack killed 20 people I was like "Oh shit".

He's in school though it is not med school.

Either way it will be an eye opener.