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FMCDH, i would definitely say "30 days" probably isn't really enough for someone that has so totally convinced themselves that guns (in and of themselves) are evil items to change much. From how you stated it, i see your point too though. I (personally) still feel the whole bursting into tears things was a bit overly dramatic. Maybe she is just that "sensitive" but, again, she had a camera in her face for national TV to see, and i seen the whole thing too often where people like to make an "emotional drive" in an effort to gather support for their cause when they know they have an audience. For many, the logical aspect is non applicable.
- I do fully acknowledge the amount she gave in the end, and i did like her end commentary. However, i think if she had to be there for 90 days, maybe she would have actually learned to enjoy and understand it fully. 30 days might provide some insight, but there could have been a better approach too.
- BIG ISSUE for me: I would NOT have made her (or anyone) shoot a shotgun / rifle off the bat... maybe a .22lr target pistol, then onto .38, small rifle, up to shotgun and M-4 .... I seen people get turned off from a big gun and decide they weren't gonna shoot anymore. Might have had a bit to do with her reaction, but again, it's national TV, we all love a drama. If they did that on purpose, andit really did freak her out that much, then bad on her mentor (and/or theshow directors).
- I will admit, it might just be my bias from dealing with various semi hysterical anti-types (not just guns)that will literally cry at the subject until they feel they are winning, then get aggressive. It's admittedly tainted me a bit and I'll admit to my bias. I am always willing to listen and consider or politely debate my positions validity, i just appreciate the same from the opposing side. Hysterics, has never impressed me.
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ardon if i seem like a hard azz here.
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P.S. I think a follow up show would be very interesting, did she keep in contact with them ? Or did it change any of her views in the long run. Did it give the gun owner any food for thought, or cause any change in him ? -- i would be curious.
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