Sonia Wolff Editorial on Buying a Gun
Posted by FirearmsTruth on July 26, 2010 · 1 Comment
Maybe part of the mainstream media’s problem with guns is that there are preconceived notions on what gun owners are like; and were those prejudices used to describe other groups some might rightfully say it is narrow minded.
But in an interesting editorial for The Los Angeles Times writer Sonia Wolff explains her process from non-gun owner, who had a strong moral view towards not owning a gun, to a recent gun owner. Maybe more liberal, anti-gun types should give this a read and take a chance to understand the issue before offering an opinion.
Sonia Wolff: The reluctant gun owner
Iread Sonia’s article in the Winnipeg Free Press 31 July 2010.I thought at first it was a comedy piece but realized she was serious.The first thing that surprised me was the mention of a gun store. We don’t have them in Canada.The closest would be a Sport’s Store where a hunter could purchase a rifle with the necessary registration.I don’t have an idea where I could legally purchase a handgun .I know Police have them and some security staff also but Idont know any ordinary citizens who do.I can’t imagine an article such as Sonia’s being written by a Canadian. My advice to Sonia is to holiday in Canada talk to some of the people who live here and talk to the police about gun crime in Canada and the US.After reading Sonia’s article I truly realized how fortunate I am tolive in Canada. Maybe it is a dumb idea but Iwould have certainly considered a stronger door and windows and a good locking system before a gun, as well as thinking about divorcing her husband. A move to Canada might also be a cosideration for Sonia.