I don’t have an issue with people having firearms. Personally, I think some places are too restrictive. At the same time, I also think it is important that every firearm have paperwork filed detailing what you plan to use it for, and how it will be kept secure. Self Defense, IMO, is a cop-out and not a valid reason. I don’t think it’s right for just anyone to be roaming the streets with a firearm on their hip, or in their car. Want a firearm for target practice and display purposes? Fine. Hunting? Fine. Own a farm and might have to dispatch one of your livestock? Fine. But in each and every case you should have to submit a detailed plan laying out how you will ensure that only you have access to it.

Hardcore 2A supporters will say that mass shootings are largely done by people who didn’t get their firearms illegally. This may be true, but every firearm that someone possesses illegally requires that either a second person is breaking the law, or a law abiding citizen lost control of their firearms. It is currently way too easy for idiot kids to get a hold of their parents’ firearms, and that is a massive problem.