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Re: New Web Page
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lugnet.off-topic.debate
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Tue, 18 May 1999 16:36:48 GMT
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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Steve Bliss writes:
> In case anyone hasn't noticed, I see a *big* parallel between cars and
> guns. I have a right to own and operate a car, but that right should not
> overrule the rights of people around me to life, liberty and the pursuit of
> happiness.
Actually, unless theres an amendment I'm not aware of, you don't have the
right to own a car.
You have the opportunity to own a car, like any property, based on their
availability and your financial capability. You can be granted the priviledge
of operating a car under certain conditions (i.e. laws), provided you prove a
certain minimum proficiency, and your priviledge can be taken away if you are
considered to be abusing it.
Otherwise, yes, cars make a great parallel to guns. And, I rather suspect
that barring large-scale conflicts, car-related incidents kill more people
than gun-related incidents. (although it would be interesting to see some per
capita comparisons)
James
http://www.shades-of-night.com/lego/
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| (...) What's HCI? (...) On the open road, you are only seconds away from death. Scary thought, the first time you realize it. Especially if you're doing 70MPH through a forest area at the time. In case anyone hasn't noticed, I see a *big* parallel (...) (25 years ago, 18-May-99, to lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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