Debunking Guns Are The Number One Killer Of Kids In America

Colion Noir
10 Jun 202304:45
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TLDRThe video script challenges the narrative that guns are the leading cause of death among children in the United States, arguing that the term 'children' is misleadingly inclusive of individuals up to 20 years old. It criticizes the inclusion of suicides and self-defense shootings in statistics used to advocate for gun control, which it deems deceptive. The speaker suggests that focusing on gang violence among older teens is more relevant and that banning guns will not effectively address this issue. The video promotes the idea that responsible gun ownership is a common-sense approach to self-defense and encourages viewers to support this perspective by purchasing related merchandise and engaging with the content on the provided YouTube channel.

Takeaways
  • 🔫 **Misleading Definitions**: The term 'children' is misleadingly used to include anyone under the age of 20, which encompasses adults.
  • 🚫 **Inclusion of Self-Defense**: Homicide statistics include self-defense shootings by police and civilians, which can be deceptive when used to argue for gun control.
  • 🔁 **Self-Deletion Rates**: Self-deletion rates remain unchanged in places where guns are banned, as people find alternative methods.
  • 👮 **Police and Civilian Involvement**: The term 'killed' includes deaths from self-defense actions by both law enforcement and civilians.
  • 🚗 **Car Accidents vs. Gun Deaths**: When considering those under 18, car accidents are a more significant cause of death than guns.
  • 📉 **Reduced Numbers**: Excluding firearm self-deletions from CDC statistics could reduce the reported number by 30 to 35 percent.
  • 🎯 **Gang Violence**: The notion that banning guns will stop gang violence is not serious, as gangs are adept at obtaining illegal items, including guns.
  • 👉 **Common Sense**: The speaker advocates for the importance of using guns responsibly for self-defense, which they argue is a common-sense approach.
  • 👕 **Promotional Content**: The video includes a promotion for a website selling merchandise related to gun rights and self-defense.
  • 📺 **YouTube Engagement**: The speaker encourages viewers to engage with the content by liking, commenting, and subscribing to their YouTube channel.
  • 🔔 **Notification Bell**: The speaker reminds viewers to click the bell icon to be notified about new content and products featured in the video.
Q & A

  • What is the claim made by politicians and anti-second amendment groups regarding the leading cause of death among children in the United States?

    -The claim is that gun violence is the number one killer of children in the United States.

  • What does the term 'kids' include in the context of the statement made by these groups?

    -In the context of the statement, 'kids' includes anyone under the age of 20.

  • What is the issue with including self-defense shootings by cops and civilians in the statistics used to justify gun control?

    -Including self-defense shootings in the statistics is deceptive because it conflates acts of violence with acts of protection, which are fundamentally different.

  • What is the argument against including self-deletion (suicide) numbers in the statistics related to gun violence?

    -The argument is that self-deletion numbers should not be included because in places where guns are banned, the total self-deletion rates remain unchanged, suggesting that the method of self-harm changes rather than the rate of self-harm itself.

  • What is the source of the talking point that guns are the leading killer of kids and adolescents in the United States?

    -The talking point originates from a letter published by the New England Journal of Medicine, which used CDC homicide numbers to make this claim.

  • How does the definition of 'children' and 'adolescents' as individuals aged 1 to 19 affect the interpretation of gun violence statistics?

    -This broad definition includes 18 and 19-year-olds, who are legally adults, thus potentially skewing the interpretation of gun violence as it relates to children and adolescents.

  • What is the argument made by the Crime Prevention Research Center regarding the inclusion of 17, 18, and 19-year-olds in the definition of 'children'?

    -The argument is that this inclusion is crucial because a significant amount of gang violence involves individuals in these age groups, and the notion that banning guns would stop this violence is not serious.

  • What percentage of firearm injuries for those under 20 are said to involve 17, 18, and 19-year-olds?

    -It is common for 75% to 80% of firearm injuries for those under 20 to involve individuals who are 17, 18, and 19 years old.

  • How does the inclusion of firearm self-deletions in the statistics affect the perception of gun violence?

    -Including firearm self-deletions in the statistics can exaggerate the perception of gun violence by including acts of self-harm that are not necessarily related to interpersonal violence.

  • What is the alternative perspective on gun control presented in the script?

    -The alternative perspective is that taking guns away from good people is not common sense, and that responsible and effective use of guns is a more effective means of self-defense.

  • What is the conclusion drawn when considering the age range of under 18 for the leading cause of death among children and adolescents in the United States?

    -When considering only the age range of under 18, guns are not the highest killer of children and adolescents from 2019 to 2021.

Outlines
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🔫 Gun Control Debate: The Misleading 'Number One Killer' Claim

The paragraph discusses the misleading claims made by politicians and anti-second amendment groups regarding gun violence as the leading cause of death among children in the United States. It points out the deceptive use of the term 'children' to include individuals up to 20 years of age and the inclusion of suicides and self-defense shootings in the statistics. The paragraph also criticizes the use of CDC homicide numbers from the New England Journal of Medicine, which defines 'children and adolescents' as individuals aged 1 to 19. It argues that the high rates of gang violence among 17 to 19-year-olds are not effectively addressed by gun bans and that the inclusion of older teenagers skews the data. The speaker suggests that when the data is adjusted to exclude those aged 18 and 19 and to exclude suicides, guns are not the leading cause of death for children and adolescents. The paragraph concludes by advocating for responsible gun ownership as a means of self-defense and criticizes the idea of disarming good people as contrary to common sense.

Mindmap
Keywords
💡Gun Control
Gun control refers to the regulation of the sale, possession, and use of firearms. In the video, the speaker discusses how politicians and anti-second amendment groups are advocating for stricter gun control measures, which they argue is necessary to reduce gun violence and protect children.
💡Second Amendment
The Second Amendment is a part of the United States Constitution that protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms. It is a central point of debate in the video, as the speaker argues against the infringement of this right through gun control measures.
💡Gang Violence
Gang violence involves criminal activities and acts of aggression carried out by members of a street gang. The video mentions gang violence as a significant issue among 17 to 19-year-olds, and the speaker argues that banning guns will not effectively address this problem.
💡Self-Defense
Self-defense is the act of protecting oneself from harm. The video emphasizes the importance of self-defense and argues that firearms are an effective means for individuals to protect themselves and their loved ones.
💡CDC Homicide Numbers
The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) provides statistical data on homicides in the United States. The video script refers to these numbers to discuss the leading causes of death among children and adolescents, highlighting the debate over the accuracy and interpretation of such data.
💡Self-Deletions
In the context of the video, 'self-deletions' likely refers to suicides or self-inflicted deaths. The speaker criticizes the inclusion of these numbers in statistics about gun violence, arguing that they distort the perception of the issue.
💡Common Sense
Common sense is described as good sense and sound judgment. The video uses the term to argue that having a gun for self-defense is a practical and sensible choice, and that taking guns away from responsible individuals is not a sensible solution to the problem of gun violence.
💡Firearm Injuries
Firearm injuries refer to physical harm caused by the use of a gun. The video discusses the frequency of such injuries among certain age groups, particularly those under 20, and questions the validity of including certain types of firearm-related incidents in the statistics.
💡Homicide vs. Murder
Homicide is a broader term that includes both murder and justifiable killings, such as self-defense. The video criticizes the use of homicide numbers instead of murder numbers in statistics, as it can be misleading when used to justify gun control measures.
💡Children and Adolescents
The video discusses the definition of 'children and adolescents' as used in statistical analysis, noting that some sources include individuals up to the age of 19. The speaker argues that this broad definition can skew perceptions of gun violence as it relates to younger children.
💡Deceptive Definitions
Deceptive definitions refer to the use of terms or categories in a way that may mislead or distort the truth. The video accuses gun control advocates of using deceptive definitions to inflate the perceived threat of gun violence to children.
Highlights

Politicians and anti-second amendment groups claim gun violence is the leading cause of death among children in the U.S.

The term 'children' is misleading as it includes anyone under the age of 20.

The definition of 'killed' includes self-defense shootings by police and civilians, as well as suicides.

The New England Journal of Medicine's letter is cited as a source for the claim, using CDC homicide numbers.

18 and 19-year-olds are considered adults, not children or adolescents, in the context of this discussion.

Gang violence among 17-19 year olds is a significant factor in firearm injury statistics.

Banning guns is not a serious solution to stopping gang violence, as gangs also obtain illegal drugs.

Gun control advocates often include 18 and 19-year-olds in their definition of 'children' for statistical purposes.

75-80% of firearm injuries under 20 involve 17-19 year olds.

Including suicide in statistics can be misleading as it does not account for alternative methods used in places where guns are banned.

Excluding firearm suicides could reduce CDC numbers by 30-35%.

Homicides include both murder and justifiable self-defense shootings, which can skew the perception of gun violence.

The inflated numbers for 2020 and 2021 show more deaths from guns than car accidents in the under-20 age group.

When focusing on the under-18 age group, guns are not the highest killer from 2019 to 2021.

The phrase 'guns are the number one killer of children in America' is a common sound bite used in discussions about gun control.

The video encourages viewers to consider the full context of gun violence statistics and to promote responsible gun ownership.

The speaker promotes a t-shirt with the message 'guns are common sense', emphasizing the importance of self-defense.

The video concludes by encouraging viewers to support the channel and spread the message about the complexity of gun control issues.

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