The debate over gun ownership has become one of the most divisive issues in American society today. It seems that there are groups of people who hold completely different opinions about guns, and they seem to be constantly at odds with one another. The truth, however, is that this division between gun owners and anti-gun folks is largely driven by misunderstandings and miscommunication, which have been fueled by those who profit off the confusion.

The first and most obvious misunderstanding is that both sides often see each other as extremist. Gun owners see anti-gun advocates as people who want to take away their guns in place of helping end violence, while anti-gun advocates see gun owners as people who prioritize their right to own guns over the safety of others. The reality is that most people fall somewhere in between these two extremes. Most gun owners don’t want to see guns in the hands of criminals or the mentally ill, and most anti-gun advocates don’t want to take away guns from responsible and law-abiding citizens.

Another misunderstanding that contributes to this division is the belief that gun ownership is inherently tied to one’s political beliefs. In reality, there are gun owners and anti-gun advocates across the political spectrum. It’s not just conservatives who support gun ownership, and it’s not just liberals who want stricter gun control laws. However, the media and politicians often portray the issue in a partisan manner, which only serves to reinforce this misconception.

Perhaps the biggest source of miscommunication in the gun debate is the language used by both sides. Terms like “gun control” and “gun rights” have become loaded phrases that immediately trigger a defensive response in the opposing camp. This makes it difficult to have a rational discussion about the issue, as people are often more focused on defending their position than on understanding the other side’s perspective. This is exacerbated by the fact that many people get their information about the issue from biased sources, which further reinforces their existing beliefs.

We used to call or podcast the ” i HATE guns Podcast “

   Over the years we have had the pleasure to meet many interesting people in the firearms industry. Occasionally we get the chance to record those encounters, and we share our interviews, conversations and behind the scenes footage.

   GunWebsites has posted video interviews featuring; Massad Ayoob, Chris Costa, James Yeager, Dennis Tueller, Phil Cashin, Wayne Baker, Kyle Lamb, USNERDOC, Dustin Ellermann, Paul M. Barrett, Dan Southard and more

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