Rennae Stubbs, an Australian citizen, expressed strong criticism towards the United States for its lenient gun laws. In the wake of a tragic incident during the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory parade, where three individuals opened fire, resulting in a death and multiple injuries, Stubbs called for a society without guns. She condemned those who advocate for easy access to firearms, stating that anyone who feels safe in a gun society is delusional. Stubbs emphasized that such incidents rarely occur in Australia due to the limited accessibility of guns, and dismissed arguments in favor of the Second Amendment as nonsensical.
While Stubbs’ viewpoint may be subject to debate, it is worth noting the alarming frequency of mass shootings in the United States. According to the Gun Violence Archive, there were over 630 incidents of mass shootings in 2023 alone, marking the third consecutive year with more than 600 such incidents. A mass shooting is defined as an event in which four or more individuals are injured or killed. These figures encompass shootings that occur both in public places and within homes. The deadliest mass shooting in recent history took place in Las Vegas in 2017, claiming the lives of over 50 people and leaving 500 others wounded.
The latest data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that in 2021, a staggering 48,830 individuals lost their lives to gun-related injuries in the United States. This represents an alarming 8% increase compared to the previous year, which had already set a record for firearm deaths.
The frequency of these incidents has sparked a nationwide debate regarding the adequacy of current gun control laws in preventing such tragedies. While some argue for stricter regulations, a significant portion of the population believes that firearms are necessary for self-defense.
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