The slippery slope to knife control...
"What'll they do next -- ban knives?" has long been a joke among gun
owners. Unfortunately, it's not a joke anymore. Doctors
across the pond are calling for a ban on kitchen knives. They argued many assaults are committed impulsively, prompted by alcohol and drugs, and a kitchen knife often makes an all too available weapon. The research is published in the British Medical Journal. The researchers said there was no reason for long pointed knives to be publicly available at all.This is just embarassing. Of course, the French were there first: French laws in the 17th century decreed that the tips of table and street knives be ground smooth.C'mon, folks. The problem isn't having a knife with a point available. The problem is when you decide to stab someone with it! UPDATE: Clayton has more. UPDATE: Let's not forget that switchblades are banned in the US, and most states (including Texas) have laws banning the carry of most sharp objects (knives, swords, etc) suitable for use as weapons. |
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