The Truth About GUN VIOLENCE by the Numbers

Colion Noir
18 Jul 201906:14
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TLDRThe video script challenges the narrative that the U.S. faces a significant gun violence problem, arguing that the actual number of gun murders is much lower than commonly reported. It points out that most gun-related deaths are suicides, not homicides, and suggests that the focus should shift to socio-economic issues in inner cities and mental health. The script argues against using inflated statistics to push for gun control and emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment as a constitutional right to self-defense.

Takeaways
  • 🔫 The script challenges the commonly cited statistic that 30-40,000 people die each year from gun-related violence in the U.S., suggesting it's been used to promote gun control.
  • 📉 The speaker argues that the actual number of gun murders is significantly lower than the total gun-related deaths, with many being suicides or accidents.
  • 🇺🇸 The U.S. is compared to the UK, suggesting that the U.S. has a lower percentage of gun murders relative to its population size.
  • 🚨 The script implies that current gun control laws are not based on 'common sense' but rather infringe upon constitutional rights.
  • 🔎 A breakdown of gun-related deaths is provided, distinguishing between suicides, law enforcement shootings, negligent discharges, and actual murders.
  • 🏙️ The script points out that a disproportionate number of gun murders occur in specific cities with socio-economic challenges.
  • 🤷‍♂️ The speaker criticizes the focus on gun control instead of addressing underlying social and economic issues that contribute to violence.
  • 🧠 The importance of mental health is mentioned as a factor that could be addressed to reduce mass shootings and possibly suicides.
  • 📚 The lack of firearm education is identified as a problem, with a call for more emphasis on safety and education rather than control.
  • 🛡️ The script defends the Second Amendment and the right to bear arms for self-defense, even if the chance of needing to use a gun is small.
  • 📢 A call to action is made for viewers to help spread the message against gun control and support the Second Amendment.
Q & A

  • What is the common statistic cited regarding gun-related deaths in the U.S. annually?

    -The statistic often cited is that 30 to 40,000 people die each year due to gun-related violence.

  • How does the speaker describe the portrayal of gun violence in the U.S. by anti-gun politicians and media?

    -The speaker describes it as a scarlet letter, suggesting that it is used to paint an image that coming to America means being at high risk of being shot and killed.

  • What is the speaker's view on the current number of gun control laws in the U.S.?

    -The speaker believes that with over 20,000 gun control laws at the state and federal level, the U.S. is past the point of 'common sense' and into infringement.

  • According to the speaker, what percentage of the population in the U.K. would be affected if the U.S. gun murder rate were applied to its population?

    -The speaker calculates that it would be 0.06 percent of the population.

  • What is the speaker's argument regarding the actual percentage of the U.S. population affected by gun murders?

    -The speaker argues that the actual percentage is very small, 0.01 percent, and that not all gun-related deaths are murders.

  • What is the breakdown of the 40,000 gun-related deaths according to the speaker's script?

    -The breakdown is approximately 29,250 suicides, 1,612 law enforcement shootings, 274 negligent discharge deaths, and 8,863 actual murders.

  • How does the speaker view the inclusion of suicide numbers in the gun-related death statistics?

    -The speaker believes it is dishonest to use suicide numbers to push for more gun control, as suicides are not a gun problem but rather a societal issue.

  • What is the speaker's opinion on the role of education in reducing negligent gun discharges?

    -The speaker believes that education about guns and firearm safety could significantly reduce negligent discharges, potentially cutting the number in half or reducing it nearly to nothing.

  • What cities are mentioned as having a high concentration of gun murders in the U.S.?

    -Chicago, Baltimore, Detroit, and Washington D.C. are mentioned as cities with high concentrations of gun murders.

  • What does the speaker suggest as the root cause of gun violence in these cities?

    -The speaker suggests that socio-economic conditions, particularly in poverty-stricken and underdeveloped neighborhoods, are the root cause of gun violence.

  • What is the speaker's stance on the Second Amendment and gun control?

    -The speaker is against gun control and believes that the Second Amendment is not a suggestion but a directive that should not be infringed upon.

Outlines
00:00
🔫 Gun Violence Misconceptions and the Call for Education

The first paragraph addresses the common misconception that 30 to 40,000 deaths per year due to gun violence is a definitive statistic, questioning its validity and the subsequent call for more gun control laws. The speaker argues that the actual number of gun murders is significantly lower when considering suicides, law enforcement shootings, and negligent discharges. They emphasize the importance of education on firearm safety rather than focusing on gun control and suggest that addressing socio-economic issues in inner cities could reduce gun violence.

05:01
🛡️ The Second Amendment and Socio-Economic Solutions to Gun Violence

The second paragraph continues the discussion by challenging the focus on gun control as a solution to a non-existent problem, highlighting that guns are used to kill less than one percent of the population. It emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment and the right to bear arms for self-defense. The speaker calls for viewers to support the message by engaging with the content and purchasing state-specific 'Keep America Tactical' merchandise, reinforcing the idea that the right to bear arms is a constitutional directive, not a suggestion.

Mindmap
Keywords
💡Gun-related violence
Gun-related violence refers to incidents where firearms are used to cause harm or death. In the video, this term is used to discuss the annual death toll attributed to such incidents, which is a central argument against the prevalence of guns and a call for stricter gun control laws.
💡Scarlet letter
The term 'scarlet letter' is used metaphorically to describe the statistic of gun-related deaths as a mark of shame for the U.S. It is borrowed from the novel 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne, where a woman is forced to wear a scarlet 'A' on her clothing as a symbol of her adultery.
💡Gun control
Gun control refers to laws and regulations that aim to control the sale, possession, and use of firearms. The script argues against the effectiveness of additional gun control measures, suggesting that there are already over 20,000 such laws in place and that the issue is more complex than simply a matter of gun availability.
💡Constitutional right
The script mentions the constitutional right in reference to the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects the right to keep and bear arms. The argument is made that calls for more gun control infringe upon this fundamental right.
💡Suicide
Suicide is identified in the script as a significant portion of the gun-related deaths, accounting for roughly 73% of the 40,000 figure mentioned. The video suggests that suicides are not a gun problem but rather a broader societal issue, and that gun control measures would not effectively address this.
💡Law enforcement shootings
Law enforcement shootings are instances where police officers use their firearms in the line of duty. The script differentiates these from criminal activity, suggesting that they are often justified and not indicative of a broader gun problem.
💡Negligent discharge
A negligent discharge refers to accidental shootings that occur due to improper handling of firearms. The video argues that education about gun safety, rather than gun control, is the solution to prevent such incidents.
💡Criminal activity
Criminal activity is used in the script to describe the actual murders committed with firearms, which are separated from suicides and law enforcement shootings. The video suggests that focusing on socio-economic issues and mental health could help reduce this type of gun violence.
💡Socio-economic conditions
Socio-economic conditions refer to the economic and social factors that influence the quality of life in a community. The script argues that addressing these conditions, particularly in inner cities, could significantly reduce gun violence.
💡Mental health
Mental health is highlighted as a potential underlying issue contributing to mass shootings and suicides. The video suggests that improving mental health support could help reduce gun violence and suicide rates.
💡Second Amendment
The Second Amendment is a central theme in the video, referring to the right to bear arms as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. The script defends this right and argues against what it sees as an ongoing culture war to undermine it.
Highlights

Annually, 30 to 40,000 deaths are attributed to gun-related violence in the U.S., a statistic often cited as emblematic of America's gun problem.

Despite over 20,000 gun control laws, the U.S. is considered to be beyond 'common sense' gun control and into infringement.

The U.K. is often cited as a successful example of gun control, with a significantly lower rate of gun murders relative to its population size.

In the U.S., out of 40,000 gun-related deaths, only 8,863 are actual murders by criminal activity, drug-related, or mentally ill individuals.

Suicides account for the majority of gun-related deaths, but they are not considered a 'gun problem' as they do not involve the use of firearms in a criminal context.

The U.S. does not lead the world in suicides despite having over 300 million guns, suggesting that gun availability is not the primary factor in suicide rates.

Law enforcement shootings, which are often in self-defense against criminals, are not indicative of a broader gun problem.

Negligent discharges are attributed more to a lack of firearm education rather than the guns themselves.

The speaker advocates for more education on gun safety to reduce accidental shootings.

Approximately 25% of all gun murders in the U.S. occur in four cities: Chicago, Baltimore, Detroit, and Washington D.C.

The commonality among these cities is a history of concentrated violence in impoverished and underdeveloped neighborhoods.

Prolonged exposure to poverty and lack of leadership addressing social-economic issues are suggested as root causes of violence in these areas.

The speaker argues that focusing on social-economic conditions and mental health could significantly reduce gun murders and suicides.

The U.S. is said to have a suicide and socio-economic problem rather than a gun violence problem.

The Second Amendment is viewed as a directive rather than a suggestion, emphasizing the importance of the right to bear arms.

The speaker calls for support to counter anti-Second Amendment messages and promote a message of gun rights and education.

A call to action is made for viewers to engage with the content, share the message, and subscribe to the channel.

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