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The death tolls change, the locations vary, but public mass shootings remain a constant in the United States. According to the Gun Violence Archive, there have been 12,504 gun deaths in the country this year alone, and even though mass shootings only account for a tiny fraction of this number (307 or 2.5%), these incidents have left the whole country terrified of their wild unpredictability.

The victims of these shootings were innocent people who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. This has led many activists to question U.S gun laws, saying that 89 firearms per 100 residents isn't normal. Moreover, a cross-section study found that of all the 50 states, the six states with the strictest gun control had lower suicide rates. Another paper also pointed out that children living in states with stricter gun laws were safer. The list of scientific studies backing-up gun control are numerous, but some people still vehemently disagree with this evidence and argue that guns don't kill people, people do. They also like to spice up the gun control debates by stating that such measures would violate their 2nd amendment rights.

A review of published studies on gun control facts released in October 2003 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was unable to determine any statistically significant effects that would result from such laws, either. It's clear this ongoing debate among Americans isn't slowing down anytime soon, just take a look to the savage roasts on Twitter. However, within the many, many tweets that discuss this subject matter, there are some that lack reason and logic. Luckily, people instantly call them out with perfectly good comebacks. And, to our delight, sometimes they use sarcasm and humor to do so. This time, check out a compilation of some of the best comebacks to pro-gun activists and share your own opinion on the matter in the comments.

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Christina Sersif
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

so Armalite rifle is supposed to make it sound better? That's her argument, really?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Youtube features several videos where this Bill O'Reikly guy is evilly owned by teeagers whom he tried to make fun of on live shows. Pathetic.

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Dilly Millandry
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shout it out for all to hear!!! Age has nothing to do with intelligence. It can have something to do with experience - but then if your experience is a school shooting I think you have the right to be heard anywhere you want.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WTF.....they're the ones running for their freaking lives, scared and traumatized by horrible events. you're damn right we should be listening to their opinions. it is a terrifying time for teenagers in USA

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Id row
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Imagine if someone shot up his workplace, killed his co-workers and friends and then he was told he wasn't allowed to have an opinion on it? Holy smokes, he'd raise hell about it.

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Sage Jay
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate these people so much... they only care about 'sEcOnD aMeNdMeNt' more than actual children and lives. The second amendment was written at a time when guns had enough power to shoot a rabbit and not much more.

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Char Char
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, the big question, Bill O'Reilly, is why do you breathe?

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The Girl on Fire
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Are in an emotional state"? Seriously? That's the best you can come with, Bill O'Reilly?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow. Wow. We shouldn't be listening to the teenagers who are literally dying because of this problem?

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James Johns
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think there are 2 problems with this. 1. Why is a traumatized minor who knows nothing about guns or constitutional law suddenly be touted as an expert? They're not. And they're clearly biased. 2. Why is the media only promoting the opinions of those students that agree with the anti-gun agenda? There are many that disagree.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Teenagers are not allowed to have assault rifles, shooting occur because they steal stuff from their parents or get them illegally just like everything else is illegal in the world.

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Carrie de Luka
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So their parents shouldn't be allowed the guns as they've clearly not locked them up safely.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A teenager can be sent to war (make crucial decisions), vote ( decision/opinion) , get married (decision/ opinion again), but not have an opinion re weapons??!! Dang it. I tried to use logic. Silly me. Also, sent to war but not legally have a drink. Hmmm?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm a teenager and my opinion is every single person, no matter the age, can be in an emotional state and face extreme pressure. Why are you singling out us? And why can't I give my opinion?

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No one said you can't have an opinion Shiba Inu. From teen to teen. I agree everyone can be in an emotional state. What we are saying is that the media is only portraying the teens in an emotional state. You will never hear about the many students that are pro-gun, or are grateful to have been saved by someone bearing a legally owned firearm. No one should make a decision based solely on what a teen in an emotional state facing extreme peer pressure has said, ever.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So you’re telling me emotionally and, in some cases, physically scarred teenagers should not have an opinion on what gave them the scars?

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Vilkas
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Should we listen to the opinion of a serial sexual predator?

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Elizabeth Molloy
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Let's make FUN of the young people who nearly died at the hands of a maniac. With an automatic weapon ... what a douche bag!

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Todd Chesser
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bill O'Reilly, the smartest guy in the room. Don't believe him? Just ask him.

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Janet Judd
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Peer pressure after witnessing classmates bodies being torn apart in repetitive mass murders because there are no intelligent laws to prevent these repetitive massacres of not only teenagers, but also very little children?. Check out the countries who have intelligent gun laws, and then please research the mass shooting statistics of kids in school. None. The leaders in those countries are not bought with big bucks by organizations like the NRA who want to make more money and are eager to throw a lot of money to the corrupt leaders who bow obsequiously to a few pieces of silver. Research the subject first. Then at least attempt to make an intelligent comment. Or should even nursery school kids be wearing Kevlar vests while packing semiautomatics in their lunch bags to be prepared for school?

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James Johns
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You missed his point. He didnt claim they cant have opinions. He questioned whether the media should be promoting the opinions of these kids. I get it, reading is hard bro.

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James Grey
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They're just old enough to die in senseless gun violence. They have no say whatsoever...

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Carol Emory
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I also never thought it made sense that we can ask a 19 year old man to die for his country, but he's still not allowed to legally drink in many states. Why?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did I miss the Adulting Fairy that visits on the night before you turn 18 that grants the right to have an opinion (and vote!)?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Teenagers are NOT old enough to have certain weapons, the age of purchase being 21 in most states.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It depends on the state, as you said. Most allow some sort of firearms at 18 but the limits vary.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The point was whether the media is promoting one side by trying to use this teen as emotional leverage to persuade people to bypass their logic and side with gun control. You will notice that there are never long media campaigns highlighting the thankfulness of those who have been protected by a legally owned firearm (it happens much more than you are allowed to think by your masters in the media). Nobody said anything about not allowing teens to have opinions.

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Eric Cox
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're more likely to be killed by an "assault hammer" in the US but why confuse this emotional response with facts.

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Liam Walsh
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Facts are simple. People were shot and died unnecessarily. Of course it brings out an emotional response. Things are messed up enough, it really doesn't need people to stop caring.

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Even pre-teens carry assault rifles in some countries. Propoganda and indoctrination is and has always been the weapon of choice for so many unscrupulous dictators and fascists...

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Liam Walsh
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There is usually some problem in those countries though. It is a fact that most countries do not have anyone of any age carrying guns - which is why they don't have the problems that America has.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Err.... I'm afraid you commented on the wrong post. Different topic here.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not like the medical community has to deal with all those dead and dying bodies as a result of being shot or anything...

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These diversion tactics are weak. People with GUNS are the ones SHOOTING people. Focus, jackasses.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you know what? we Don't have that kind of problem in Canada becase we aren't F*****g moron and Walking in the street with gun in our holster for feeling like mens!

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I once had a rather funny discussion with an american that didn't believe "assault rifles" existed as a separate class. Never mind that the first one literally translates from german as "assault rifle". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/StG_44

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People underestimate what us students, as their future working adults, can do.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah when the government wants to constantly defund education and teachers barley make enough to survive, maybe we should do the cheaper thing and pass common sense gun control, fund mental health programs, and vote out these politicians that are either in the pocket of the NRA or are too lazy to do anything about the problem.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well Laura if you speak to teens/people the way that you do don’t be surprised when they fire back. Teens are people. Age means nothing. You can be a kind, smart, considerate, and passionate person at any age. You can also be a small-minded, ignorant, self-important bigot at any age as well.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How the f**k does Sarah Sanders still have her job? Does The Donald know she's a woman, or does she like it when he grabs her by the pussy?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A terrorist attack just occurred in Bourke St, Melbourne Australia, centre of the city.He used a knife. One man killed, two injured. Passerbys attempted to slow him down with a shopping trolley,witches cones. He was shot by police. One death was one too many, but could you imagine the carnage he could have wrought if he had been armed with a ak-15?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm British, and I still don't understand the need to arm everyone with guns, and I can't turn on the news without the story of another stabbing victim in or around London. Yes, we have an armed division of our police force, but they're only used in extreme circumstances. In America, you get a bullet to the head for carrying around a water pistol, or a Nerf gun.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I sure hope you show up...AND VOTE DEMOCRATIC. We need to get these republikkklan grandpas OUT OF OUR WAY!

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