Sorry, Zebra.

I stand corrected, but only on a technicality. :p

With only one side we don't have an argument. I find it akin to light casting a shadow, us being the objects in the middle. The arguments, the debates themselves, are healthy as they allow studies to take place.

In the end we've found that no matter how much good firearm ownership brings with regards to self-defense there will always be those who make mistakes or act carelessly. It's no different from those who neglect safety standards while driving and even while crossing the street. But rather than punish all People we should punish the few who do not abide by the rules which DO promote a safer society .

It's quite obvious that the man who accidentally discharged / dropped his weapon (not many details were released , which is not uncommon with Brady) was either not using the correct carry method to keep his weapon securely in place or not wearing the proper attire to accommodate the carry of his weapon.

These safety measures should be made as available as "always point the barrel in a safe direction" or "treat every gun as if it is loaded."