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- Some perspective from our side of the topic that deserves a lot more conversation from both sides of the argument.
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"Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety." - Thomas Jefferson
Words from one of the wise, thanks man, Cheers
Excellent and very pertinant quote, but I believe it must be attributed to Benjamin Franklin.
@@MrLeventdelamort yeah I remember it being Ben Franklin too.
I think it was Ben Franklin bro. But anyway it was one of the founding fathers.
It was Benjamin Jefferson.
If we started removing things that were used for "evil" we would eventually find ourselves staring at our hands , contemplating cutting them off.......
Yep, thanks Dave, Cheers
Can we remove politicians? They are used for more evil than anything else.
Sir, this is the most profound comment I have read so far, all day.
Profound thought. With your permission, would it be best to use those hands to remove the real "evil", their mind, therein lays the true and only source of "evil"?
Mark we here in the states fight these people on a daily basis, your spot on " Never give up ,Never give in "
Thanks Rich, Cheers
Makes me glad that I live in Oklahoma
I’ve had to explain to people, only way to stop a bad man with a gun is for a good man with a gun to do what needs to be done
Good luck sir
Thank you Sir
Well said. I served my country and have seen the worst of what society can offer. I will become a outlaw before turning in my guns.
Thanks Ed, and lets try all we can to not let that come to pass, Cheers Man, all our best
This video needs to be shared. You are 100% on point. The people at my club are hands down the most kind, generous and respectful people I’ve ever met. Non shooters are very misled by media and Hollywood. It’s time the shooting community and organisations stand up and start correcting the narrative.
Well done Mark.
Agreed, Cheers Man, thank you
I'm afraid the antis are not going to be persuaded by facts and logic. Fanatics do not approach with an open mind that allows for objectivity and balance, to them facts and logic are the enemy.
I'm just sick to death of us law abiding gun owners being ridiculed and penalised for the gun crimes happening... the gun crimes are being committed with semi auto pistols which don't exist and are an illegal firearm... yet they ban certain hunting rifles and lever action shotguns.. (in Victoria anyway).. guns don't kill people it's the monkey on the end of it that does... sorry rant over just a very passionate shooter... excellent points and greatly spoken mark, thankyou mate
Thanks Jack, keep in mind, one of the strategies of the anti mob is divide and conquer, they see all guns as bad, but easier to pitch one against the other......as you said, its the monkey, not the gun, Cheers man
Semi auto pistols exist and are legal... support those guys too mate
They tried to somewhat ban handguns through taxation with NFA in 1934 in the US but it failed and now we’re stuck with stupid short barreled rifle and short barreled shotgun laws that they saw as a work around to the pistol ban.
Cannot be said more logically or factually. Thanks for this. This should go viral!
Thanks man
Yep I'll second that champ 💪 👌
Well said Mark …I have got friends that don’t have connections with firearms..for instance we were up in the bush just shooting a 22 and we had a bit of a competition shooting a target at 50 meters never have used a firearm before but they enjoyed just shooting at a target (you don’t have to kill things) and they went pretty well and enjoyed it…now they are getting their shooters license just for that reason…a lot of fun just with a 22 …keep up the good work mate 👍
Awesome, Cheers Bryce
From America I Say Thank You! Common Sense IS Becoming MORE Elusive than the Tasmanian Tiger! 😂 Thanks Again!
Well said Mark. I don’t like the term “Weapons Licensing “ either.
It’s only a weapon if you use it as such.
Agreed Jay, terminology is important in the new world, Cheers Man
Mine are dangerous toys to me
The kid from WI, USA sent me here (CRS Firearms).
Thanks for your perspective.
Hope we can help by sharing. Cheers
Mark, the most articulate talk I've ever heard about firearms. Well done.
Thanks Phil, Cheers man
Exellent explanation Mark. I am doing sport shooting and hunting, and I am in South Africa that has one of the worst crime rates in the world. We also have one of the harshest Firearms Control laws in the world, making it almost impossible to LEGALLY own a firearm. Google the act, “Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000” when you have the time. The joke of it all is that 90% of murders committed in South Africa is people killed with “SHARP OBJECTS” that includes knives and screwdrivers. No one is shouting for knives and screwdrivers to be banned!
Thanks for a great channel, and we hope that you and Sam can still continue to do what you are doing, and know that we really learn from you. Greetings Pierre South Africa.
Thanks Pierre, good points, Cheers
Great video. One thing that media never addresses is gun owners are always willing to discuss guns and crimes logically and using actual facts. Anti gun people do not want any sort of discussion or debate as their arguments are most often easily debunked. Their only option is to make their arguments with emotion and misinformation. On a lighter note keep up the great videos👍
Thanks John. Yes common all around the world. Cheers
Hope you were at the recent SSAAWA symposium.
We need a firearms body here which is more proactive and has a national, stronger, broader and more inclusive approach.
Can’t let the truth spoil a good story.
Well done Mark.
Yep, sure was. More on that soon. Cheers
Love your video's as always Mark!
My (pro firearm) takeaways from this argument,
Firearms help:
-maintain law and order/deter criminal activity.
-lower dependence upon the timely arrival of police.
-as an equalizing force against large/multiple criminals.
-when necessity requires self-sufficiency.
-provide food.
-provide stress relief.
-provide piece of mind.
Thanks aerodicus. Lots of good points. Cheers
Well said...it's too bad are governments have a different agenda. Nothing we as a gun community do seems to be changing their view.
In Canada we are dealing with the same situation.
Not actually the government we need to convince, they will do anything for votes, it's the population, the voters, some it is never, some, a few just need a little perspective, Cheers
Well said Mark. As a fellow West Australian, I stand by what you say- you're on point.
Thanks Aussie, Cheers man
I'm in New Hampshire, a state in the US that borders Canada. It's one of the safest states to live and almost no state gun control laws. Our state moto is Life Free of Die and it's on all the vehicle plates. Cheers mate 🍻👍🙏✌
Sounds awesome, and like a great example of how it should be done. Cheers
Always seemed lucky to me considering the proximity to places like Mass, Conn, etc. Why do you think you guys ha ent gone that way and they have?
@@HighPriestVaticanAssasin there are a lot of imports like myself that moved from a communist states likes Massachusetts to a Freedom loving state like New Hampshire.
Why do you idiots vote democrat?
At least one sharp knife could be found in 99.9% of kitchens around the world. Any child intelligent enough to open a drawer or tall enough to reach a counter top has access to them. Being taught how to use a tool, to respect it, and what it is capable of seems to be a fading lesson in life. To me it has always boiled down to 'Respect', but for some people it's just too hard of a concept to follow, so they make the lazy/easy excuse of blaming the inanimate object and create a fear of it rather than respect.
Fear is not a tool, yet the ignorant wield it as such.
Thanks James
From my world, Kansas US, to your world your word is true. Amen Brother!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Paul. Cheers
Thank you Mark for another really profound and relevant discussion. Here in The States, our 2nd Amendment to the US Constitution (the highest law of our land) was instilled so that citizens could form a militia to defend our society against a coup or a runaway government. But to be fair, I have occasionally really attempted to try to see any logic in the anti-gun folks and have come to the conclusion that I feel that their logic is shallow. They need to go deeper into asking "If this happens, then that is the result". But there are many examples of gun confiscation worldwide that have failed to preserve lives and if the antigun folks would just look fairly at those facts then I believe that they could see the merits of legal gun ownership. I personally own my guns as a hobby and find great joy that the hobby brings. I'm over 50 and have never had to draw a gun for defense and I hope I never do,
Thanks Jeff, most of the other side don't use logic, instead they are running on a script and there emotions... that said a lot of the middle ground folks just need to woken, this is about votes..... Cheers
Here in the UK 🇬🇧 handguns , semiautomatic rifles have pretty much been banned for civilian use. This in the name of public safety. Unfortunately just about any criminal can get a handgun and these are used regularly by drugs gangs etc. Somewhat fortunately we are still allowed shotguns and rifles for sporting purposes. We are highly regulated but there continues to be moves towards further restrictions. Thanks for your insight Mark.
Yes Paul, they want them all..... Cheers Man
It never stops, you gave up too much.
Then you know how to vote next time, don't you? Your PM is unelected and hates you, but you can vote for sensible, non-Leftist candidates who are committed to upholding your rights.
Great breakdown. I have this conversation often with folks who are willing to listen, and they generally walk away a bit more understanding. This is the type of logic and reason we can continue to spread for better understanding. Not necessarily to convert everybody, but just so that we might all get along a little better. Cheers from the US Mark!
Great to hear Kacie, great approach, Cheers
I absolutely love you guys! A great face for the community.
Thanks Man
Thank you Mark & Sam for bringing this up . In the US there are ruffly 30,000 gun deaths a year and 30,000 car deaths a year give or take a few on both sides . About 30 to 35 percent of gun deaths are suicide another 6 to 9 percent are law inforcement related witch means automobile deaths percentage wise are way higher than gun deaths ! I don’t hear anyone saying to out law automobile’s ! People say auto deaths are ok because I need my car , Well I need my gun to protect myself and my family !……. Thanks Mark & Sam !……
Cheers Tom, thanks
One of the main issues with firearms is the stigmatism towards them. Movies and shows always show them in the hands of cops, soldiers, or a bad guy. Meanwhile the media shows them in the same portrayal. This is the huge obstacle getting people to go to the shooting range once with a family member or friend. After the first trigger magazine, you learn it's not all that scary and it's easy to be controlled with a gun. These incidents that happen in public places are all because of the person's mental state, not the firearm itself.
Yep, lots to that, games too.... Cheers
Well said Mark, I love your channel, keep up the great work, best regards Mark Tarbutt
Thanks Mark, Cheers
Hola amigo, muy bien explicado, yo vivo en España 🇪🇦 y te puedo decir que es donde más restricciones tenemos a la hora de tener un arma, no solo de Fuego, de (Aire) ya hay sitios donde te piden documentos como para adquirir una de fuego, es lamentable, incluso aquí en España no te puedes defender en tu propia casa , la ley esta hecha para favorecer al delincuente, es lamentable la ley que tenemos en España, un saludo amigo 👍💯
Thank you Man, yes I hope we all can get things better, all over the world, all the best, Cheers
Extremely well said, if the whole world would see things from that perspective… The entire planet would be a better place.
Well done as usual!!
Agreed, Cheers Karl
Logical, sensible and sober discussion, as always. Sharing! Cheers.
Thanks Jon. Cheers
Well spoken. 👏
Thanks Rob
More guns, less crime....that is the truth...
Yep, Cheers
Mark. This was a great video. It reflects a lot to the situation we have in South Africa as well.
Thanks Marinda
As an Australian I have recently learnt a lot about the American Constitution in relation to the crazy power struggles going on with Governments and non-government organisations around the world. The right to bear arms has a historical meaning for a time such as now. Shame we don't have the same rights here. I now know why.
cheers Glen
Mark you are truly a amazing man. I love how you take the time to explain anything firearm related. Your amazing
Thank you Sterling
Very well spoken and calm. Appreciate the video Mark.
Cheers Man
An extremely balanced discussion on firearms in our society. Yes the media are selective in their views driven by their masters. I am tired of our sport being used as a political tool , as to deviate from other serious issues we have such as crime, poor parenting and their inability to run this state in particular. I commend you not only for this discussion, but also your passion to long range shooting. Also Sam, well done👍
Thanks Dennis, Cheers
Timely speech. People keep telling me there are no guns in Australia. It would seem that the greatest commonality in the gun debate is how ignorant the antis are.
Agreed, Cheers matt
Very well said Mark , I couldn't agree with you more, my only wish is that someone like you could get on a government advisory committee to set the record straight. cheers Wayne 👍😎
Thanks Wayne, Cheers
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. 🇺🇸🗽🦅
Cheers Jerry
Excellent explanation without bringing emotion or sensationalism in it! Good video Mark!
Thanks Hoot
Well said Mark.
We appreciate what you're doing.
Thanks Mat
Excellent discussion mate, I really do like your comparison of the firearm to a guitar, golf clubs, etc. my firearms are of no danger to anyone unless they’ve done something to make me use the firearm against them. Going to the range you meet all sorts of great folks. I frequently let shooters who have never shot an AR shoot mine after I teach them the safety and basics of it.
Thanks Derek. Cheers
Been handling firearms since I was in nappys. Never had to shoot a person. Over 40 years and nobody killed by any of my weapons. Good video. Thanks
Thanks Don, Cheers
totally agree about the car.
My father stated years ago, that the only reason Japan didn't invade Australia, in the beginning of WW2, is that they didn't know how many rifles/guns that were in the hands of the civilian population, that could be used against them.
Cheers Bill
From Canada
Thank you Mark and Sam for all your work.
Our hobbies here in Canada are also feeling the pressure of extinction.
Cheers Mike
Love your straightforward discussion Mark, I wholeheartedly agree with your message. We need to share this with our uneducated/misguided friends and community as much as we can.
Thanks Fox
Very well said. A fresh perspective for those who have been swayed by the short sightedness of the media offerings which are driven by ulterior political motives. Pity they won't play this video on the 6pm national news
Cheers Ben, thanks
There’s a lot of deadly inanimate objects out there, but the objects aren’t deadly themselves, it’s the operators of those objects that are.
yep, Cheers
This is timely. Lots of jurisdictions now closely looking/reviewing their gun laws and there needs to be balance.
Cheers
At the rate Australia is going, you'll soon be sighting a broomstick at a target. You'll say, "BANG!" and Sam will have to decide whether or not you hit it. If she thinks you did, she'll say, "CLANG!"
Lol, Cheers Man
"To disarm a people is the best and fastest way to enslave them" George Mason, writer of the first 10 US amendments.
I'm not a US citizen, and live in a country where guns laws and restrictions are one of the hardest of Europe besides UK, and I'm often envious to the 2nd amendment of US constitution, and the right to carry guns in some states.
Many lives could have been saved here over the last 30 years if some selected and trained civilians had conceal carry had been at the right place at the right time.
Thanks Man, Cheers
Well said Sir. Spot on with every single point. Vote Mark & Sam, WA Premier 2024 😂
Lol, thanks Dawesy, Cheers man
110% mark best video I've seen of the situation an I'm sure 99.9% of us shooters would agree
Thanks Simon, Cheers Man
I recently found your channel because of the long range shooting but I like the cultural talks. It’s up to all of us to keep gun culture alive for years to come.
Awesome, Cheers
Well said, I don't know any legal firearm owner that has ever used a firearm to commit a crime.
That " legal firearm owner" crap is a leftist lie... There are 100,000 ways they can make you a " criminal". There isn't a single person over 25, that could withstand a full government investigation that was targeted at making them felon..
That's what got us here.. you people being ayok with taking guns from some people , as long as your okay with the reason.. if a person Is so violent and dangerous that you have to control what kind of plastic and metal they can own, why are they free among us.
All gun control is a farce for control period.. no compromise.. if a person commits a violent crime.. then lock them up.. it's time for US to realize gun control doesn't work... We let them ban felonies and overnight 100,000 felonies magically appeared .. stop co-signing to this law abiding legal gun owner shit... It means nothing when the people that control who is called that are against you.
The Germans used the exact same blue print..
Stop
Cheers
This is a really good video. I'm commenting in part to boost interaction and make your video more likely to be spread, but also from the perspective on an American enthusiast. The momentum certainly seems to be swinging in the other direction from gun control. It seems more and more people are coming to the realization that the world is an inherently dangerous place, and that your safety is your own responsibility. It seems that, even with the most anti-gun president in the Oval Office, even with the agencies being weaponized against gun owners, they aren't gaining traction. In fact, these past two years have restored gun rights to more people than any two years I can remember.
I would like to see more videos like this, a calm, rational discussion where we can speak without judgment and actually exchange ideas and information. Disagreement is a good thing, so long as the discussions it spawns are rational and calm. It exposes more information to someone on the fence and gives them a better idea of the truth.
Thanks man. Hope we can help by sharing. Cheers
Mark,
Well said and presented I am lucky enough to only live 9 miles from Bisley ranges and one of the greatest achievements I have done is hit a target at on the 600 yard range with 65 year old nagant. The Club that I shoot with is very friendly and knowledgeable I don't own any of my own guns and shoot club guns because I don't have anywhere at home that I deem safe enough to store them that is being responsible in my eyes. the Big problem in the Uk is that although we have some of the strictest fire arms laws in the world we have very high fire arms related crime levels, but even higher knife crime levels, do we ban them as well? people intent on injuring others will alwasy find a way. After Dunblane (which was horrific) and the total ban on hand guns, gun crime has increased not decreased at least the licensed and resposible ownership of fire arms can be policed and regularly is at gun clubs throughout the UK. A true story, one day on the century range at Bisley the club members where all asked to pack up and leave by the police, the reason was one of their own officers had mislaid a Glock 17 with ammunition on the range a week or so earlier. Even if a FAC holder had collected and made safe and returned the pistol they would have been prosecuted so it was probarly left there and to this day I do not know if it was recovered.
Jon.
Thanks Jon, yes, and by the sounds of things, there is even worse coming out of you elite ruling class over there, sure would hope things don't get darker, maybe even get better in times to came, Cheers man
Governments ideal number of law-abiding civilians with guns 0, correct number of criminals with guns, enough to keep the law-abiding citizens afraid so they're needed.
Cheers Adam
I'm a city bloke, but I've spent enough time out in the sticks in Australia long enough to know a firearm's a utility and a lifesaver. As you mentioned, without firearms in the hands of people, it would be utter devastation for our wildlife and the ecology. Sure you could get the government to come in and do the job, but we all know bureaucracy in this country will hinder pest control down to a crawl and the damage - usually long term, will get worse before they deal with it, after which, they'll bugger off and not maintain the problems until it's a matter of urgency yet again.
Yep, agreed, Cheers Man
Great words Mark. Well balanced & sensible. Looks like we have a fight on our hands!
thanks Steve, Cheers
Commenting for the rhythm. Good vid as always. There is another Aussie who posted a vid about 3 to 4 years ago on all the stats in Oz...he went into it quite in depth and his conclusion. iirc, was that crime was reduced by increased policing not by the buyback/regulation. Also the South African Police commissioned a report by the Graduate School of business in Johannesburg which came to the same conclusion.
Thanks Mike, Cheers man
Great points made, I always like to point out that most gun deaths in the USA are criminal vs criminal. It's a society issue over there.
Sure relevant to some parts, agreed, thanks Steve
So eloquently spoken, its a fact without guns, violence would still happen.
The most safety concious people I've met are licensed firearms owners.
Good luck to us all
Thanks Man
Feel your pain! Same thing in Canada at the moment, unfortunately. Nevermind that the current big topic to restrict firearms is the result of deranged man who had smuggled guns in from the US
Yes, just using a instance to push an agenda, political rule 101, we have the same....
It’s almost like we should have borders because I can walk through the bushes into Canada and nothing happens
And the little deranged Castro-Boy in Ottawa, who said you have no right to defend yourself, family or property in your own home with a firearm....remember that when next you vote.
Well said mark, I am sick to death of the negative perception of firearms. I am a recreational shooter who participates in fortnight shoots at the local gun club and it’s no different of a environment than a football or cricket club. The big thing that is not published in the media is the statistics of how many gun crimes in Australia are committed by licensed and registered firearm owners.
Cheers John
I use target shooting as a form of relaxation. If you focus, concentrate, relax you may be more accurate. Just enjoy being outdoors.
Awesome. Agreed. Cheers Gary
Well spoken. The proper way to advocate for what is right. The peoples rights. Thanks
Cheers Man
couldn't have said it better myself, and as an American this excerpt couldn't have come at a better time
Thanks Jack, Cheers
Mark, could you please come to the States and teach others how to present the message that you just gave. That was a very straightforward, no-nonsense, level-headed way of presenting our side of the story. No threats, cussing, yelling, or anything else. It is just that simple, and at this point, that is what the world needs.
I am afraid that most gun owners especially with the more exotic guns are more passionate than the average gun owner over here. They tend to go off track to quickly when discussing guns with anti-gunners. I, like you, try to calmly tell the story of those of us that enjoys a hobby or sport that does involve a gun. I tell them taking away my sport would be very much like taking away bats for baseball or cars for racing.
I truly enjoy watching your videos and I think I get as excited as you and Sam do. I would really like to get started in ELR, but funds are short at this time. When that changes soon, I am going to jump in with a starter setup. I will be coming to your store to get some of the accessories.
Keep all your videos coming. I may be your biggest fan. I hope that you see this and will let me know if I can share you video?
I wish Sam and you the best of health. God Bless,
Al
Richmond, Kentucky
Thank you Al, glad you liked and yes very happy for you to share, we hope to help all we can, Cheers man and all the best.
Good video. In our country ( United States) we have the 2nd amendment of the constitution that gives everyone the RIGHT to own firearms to keep the Government in check!!! Love the video 👍👍
cheers Jack
Well said! 👍🇦🇺
Cheers Chris
I really enjoy your videos on this matter, one question that I have being a tax paying law abiding citizen never been arrested a productive citizen in my community, what do we do when they come to get our guns?😮
Yes, let's hope to be part of the conversations before it gets to that and stop the changes in laws so that does not happen. Cheers
Grew up plinking with a air rifle and .22.
Progressed to black powder and historical firearms.
So much fun, the thrill of a good shot and replicating it.
Imagine it's like darts or archery to other people a great hobby.
Yep, Cheers Man
weapons don't kill, people do.
if I wanted to subdue my people, I would disarm them first.
This Is the story 🤷🏻♂️
Yep, Cheers
Well said mate!
Knives are more dangerous than firearms. Anyone adult can buy a blade, conceal it and use it at any times. Children can access knives at any time Pretty much. But the haters never bring that up do they..
Thanks Shaun, cheers
Outstanding and articulate response. Bravo !
Cheers Mike, thanks
So very well said Mark, one of the best perspectives I've heard concerning the right to firearms ownership.
Thanks Jace
Sensible guy right here. Thanks for the video.
Cheers man. Thanks
I find it remarkable that WA Police try to deny that long distance shooting is a genuine reason for owning a firearm. Your channel is literally the case in point for this type of shooting.
Well spoken, but it will fall on deaf ears with our politicians.
Cheers Keith
Well spoken, thanks for sharing.
Cheers
You never fail to hit the bull's eye. Well said, thank you very much
Cheers Man
I couldn't agree more Mark.
I get absolutaly frustrated having to defend my sport and firearm ownership to people who have no idea what we do. I have spent my whole life around firearms and on rifle ranges. Firearm ownership has enriched my life and provided myself and family with opportunities and expieriences that would have been missed if not for my involvement in the shooting sports. My earliest memories are going bush at age four with my Father and Grandfather who were professional pest control shooters back in the 1960's, 70's and 80's. My Grandfather was a small arms instructor in the Australian Army during WW2 and a keen big bore target rifle competitor. He took me to a small bore rifle club when I was 8 (48 years ago) and I've been shooting targets ever since in multiple diciplines at all levels including world championships. I was taught to respect firearms and what they can do.
I've grown to appreciate the fine mechanical workmanship and design that has gone into many antique firearms and also marvel at the skill of my gunsmith when he does a custom build for me.
I never refer to my rifles as weapons. I honestly think of them as being sporting equipment for my chosen sport.
I have an 18yo son who shares my passion for target shooting. Together we have travelled far and wide including internationaly to compete. We have met and become friends with many incredible like minded people during our travels. They have all had a positive influence on our lives.
Over the last six years, I've been more interested in long range and 50 BMG target shooting. I'm often asked by Non shooters, "Why 50 BMG and long range and not Rimfire bench rest?" I explain that it's the next challenge for me. I've shot many rifle disciplines over many years and this has reinvigorated my passion for the sport. Handloading precision target ammo for the 50 BMG and aspiring to shoot a 3 inch group in the X ring at a 1000 yards while learning to deal with the recoil has been a real challenge.(Not there yet). As competitors, we strive to push the boundries. To explain my thinking, I would ask a golfer, " Why Golf and not Mini golf ?" or a racing car driver, " Why Formula 1 and not Go Karts ?"
Thanks for taking the time to post and good luck dealing with the W.A Dictatorship.
Thanks Owen, Cheers Man
One of the very best breakdowns I've ever seen and heard about Guns ,My favorite hobby ,as well as for self defense and , here in America to fight against a tyrannical government , which is what we have now , somehow . Thank God our founding fathers wrote the second amendment in our wonderful constitution , one day soon ,I fear we'll have to use it for it's intended purpose .
Cheers James
My heart breaks for you and the firearms community in Australia. Over the last few years I have to admit I was surprised and horrified by what governments and especially the Australian government was willing to do to their citizens. The bottom line is that government will always seek to control and subjugate. Even though their motives may be different, once government and media synchronize their messages the vast majority of the people will blindly accept whatever narrative they are given. Fortunately for the USA, where we are not immune to these attacks either, we at least have our founding documents which protect our rights as long as our Judicial Branch of government does not abdicate their responsibilities. If things do go badly for you and the community there in Australia, I wholeheartedly invite you all to come to the USA and join us in the defense of Liberty. At least here there is a better chance of avoiding tyranny thanks in no small part to the nations founding documents and traditions. You all would be most welcome!
Cheers Man, thanks
Short. To the point. Eloquently spoken. There needs to be more of this. 5 stars!
Cheers Man, thanks
Well said and very good insights on the topic mark, regards from the USA.
Cheers man. Thanks
As we say in the States, "shall not be infringed" means EXACTLY what it says. Of course we should make sure guns don't get into the hands of violent criminals and mentally unwell people but those types of people are not a valid excuse to punish the rest of us.
Cheers
Thanks Mark for expressing your views in a responsible and easy to understand way. As an Anerican gun owner I agree with your goal though I don’t agree with all of your reasoning but that’s ok. Here in the US there is an unhealthy culture that makes a lot of people think that guns are solutions to their problems. I fear that in the US we will eventually loose all of our gun rights because we won’t do the responsible thing and keep guns out of the hands of unwell people.
Cheers Jack
It's all about disarming the citizens because they don't want the citizens to be able to fight back against tyranny.
Yep, Cheers
Well that was a one great speech ! Thank you from Finland
Cheers Man, thanks
28 plus years in law enforcement myself (police officer) and it has been my experience that yes a firearm can be used as a weapon, but so can your fist, your head, foot, bat, stick, knife, glass jar, table, dish........ you get my point. Crimes with firearms get the most attention because it's a political talking point. The calls for service where someone is assaulted or battered occur more often with objects other than firearms but if look at the news media you would not think so and only believe that all firearms are the boogie man. This is simply NOT TRUE!!! This has been my experience for the last 28 plus years as a police officer in Miami, Florida....
Thank you sir, and yes the media and the politicians, to often, not the peoples friends, Cheers and all our best.
Couldn't have been said better mate. Thanks you for everything you do. And taking the time for making this video.
thanks Man
I get it. Well said Mark. For the lay man….. people are scared of things they don’t understand or know about. Example people who are scared of spiders or snakes know little about them other than the dangers. That is to say one who knows firearms, need not fear them. Fear mongering is a currency and sales tactic.
We’ll do e mark and Sam. Keep it up. Full support ❤️
Thanks Andy, Cheers
Well said I agree with you 100 percent 👏
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Canadian Here, fighting for our freedom to own firearms for hunting or target shooting...
Today on the Canadian Broadcasting Channel (CBC radio) (also liberal government funded) i listened to a story about a man in Brazil that hopped the fence of a day care center and chopped up 5 children with a hatchet ..... End of gun debate.
Yes, a very tragic situation. Thanks for the story
Unlike the US, we have the 2nd Amendment and without it with this regime we'd be like Australia. It's control nothing to do with safety. Good video.
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We have become a society of common sense being not so common. Every point made Mark, has it's merits. Even when folks are faced with a situation, (victim of a crime), they still fall short of understanding how our species truly works. It would not matter, the weapon of choice, violence has it's own formula, the results will all be near the same. Any perspective is merely a mindset of convenience in and for a shadow of security. Once the hand of authoritarianism through propaganda and fear makes it's way in, one may find how a movie such as, "Soylent Green", had some depth in the forward control of a population at large.
Another fine attempt Mark, at trying to set some of the record on a path of destruction, straight. I wish I could say all I've seen who own a firearm, know the safety of that. I do not. I believe the firearm industry as a whole, safe, and our time, limited. Most folks fall under the category of sheep and thus prefer to be herded. Not until the majority of freedoms be taken away will they understand what has been lost, never to return.
Thanks Mike, Cheers Man
As an American who owns many guns, a firearm is a dangerous deadly weapon. But that's the point. When a rapist is coming into a womens home a dangerous deadly weapon what will stop him. If a water gun would stop him then that's what people would use.
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Extremely well put! Good to hear an outsiders perspective. Cheers from Texas 🇺🇸
Cheers TJ