Switzerland’s Gun Culture

The U.S. seems to forever be the subject of gun-related controversy. Whether it’s the second shooting at Ft. Hood or the tragedy surrounding Newtown, Connecticut, Americans are generally pro- or anti-gun rights. Switzerland is a neutral country, not bearing arms or taking part in battle since 1847. However, Swiss citizens are adamant about their rights…

Does Teaching Children to use Guns Prevent Accidents?

Hotly contested, pro-gun and anti-gun advocates disagree about how to raise children with guns. Pro-gun advocates promote training children at a young age, ensuring that children are comfortable handling guns. They believe this leads to safer gun handling practices, helping avoid accidental discharges. Believing that diminished curiosity helps to decrease shooting accidents, as well as…

Is Technology Being Used to Ban Guns?

With most Americans jumping on the technology bandwagon, it’s nearly unfathomable that the California anti-business is using this same technology to ban weapons. However, a weapon that relied on advanced technology is now being feared extinct by what once propelled it to great heights. Patented in 1836 by Samuel Colt, the revolving handgun helped tame…

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