The farmers, the hunters, the single women, the avid sportsmen have guns for protection or to have wholesome pure venison or other fresh meat. We abide by the safety rules, lock our guns up from our children, and obey the laws of the land.
Guns are not the problem, its the criminals that misuse them, and break the laws. Its the terrorists, the drug dealers, and the criminals who abuse them, not the average law abiding citizen.
My cousin who works for the state police has been warning people that there will be all kinds of social unrest due to Obama's tax hikes, and bailouts. Everybody's budgets will be constrained, and the police over-burdened. Do your self a favor and make sure you have a weapon, and know how to use it safely to protect yourself and your family.