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Subject: Re: Rape: The Unresolved Trauma
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Apologies for misspelling Sunny's name and "deterrence."

Regarding statistics that "show" that people who carry
guns are often injured by their own weapons,
please state your source for such a claim.  I think
that it would be very interesting to see the real numbers.

Likewise, statistics on how many crimes are prevented by the fact
that the potential victim is capable of self-defense,
would also be informative.  Rapists are not known for
their bravery.

Regarding carrying a weapon for protection being "flaky",
the police do not provide personal services to the
average person and not many of us can afford body guards.
Should we ask for the National Guard to place a soldier
on every corner?  Should we be "prudent" and stay off
the streets?  Should we always be afraid to go out because
"someone" might do us harm?

The point is very simple: the government, police and the
courts cannot protect women from rapist attacks. 
How do you propose to solve the problem? 

I contend that women will have to rely on themselves
for self-preservation. 

If you are personally against having a gun, that's
your decision.  What's your solution?

Jon Kaplowitz
( flames to /dev/null )