The only gun crimes that reach any notoriety are those that involve hostages or mass killings. Just wanted to say that.

I support the ownership of guns because they enable me to defend myself and ensures the protection of my liberty. While it may seem anachronistic with no pesky Natives running around, the 2nd Amendment hasn't lead to the extinction of the American population yet. Gun crimes occur just like knife crimes in the UK. The Media does enjoy a good "hostage" situation or would mourn a tragic gun crime, but that isn't a norm now is it? It's part cultural, it's socio-economic, there are alot of factors that lead to gun crime.

But yeah, Americans like to stick to their traditions, especially if it's the Holy Text of the Constitution.
It's the highest law of the land. I'd like to stick to that.