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Originally Posted by *Beth*
Yes, it has become that bad in the US. I'm in California, so a bit less of the gun-toting mentality here, but I'm still on my guard any time I'm in public - or while in my apartment! Last summer we had 3 gang-related shootings (deaths) within 2 blocks of where I live. I heard the shootings, screaming, etc.
The gun situation is an enormous stress for Americans - and STILL there are so many who are eager to carry guns, own rifles, etc. The situation is not good.
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That would have been scary hearing the gunshots and screams and I’d imagine you’d feel helpless too. When I was a teenager I had a group / gang of older males (I’m female) come after me while I was at school armed with knives. I was protected by some teachers but I think if I’d been in America those would probably have been guns and it would have turned out very differently. I’m glad they’re not so easy to get here but I’m sorry for the people who have to live with that fear.