[winner3000]

(Wouldn't it make more sense to define the ultimate battle as one for a national ban on handguns -- the sole gun-control measure that promises to save tens of thousands of lives?)

Well, promises are good enough for me! The fact that those promises were turned on their heads in countries where guns were banned shouldn't bother her. I'll give her kudos for at least being honest. She however obviously has never felt the need to own a gun for self protection. The fact that people like her cause women and others to be hurt by much stronger criminals should also not bother her.

[Tahoe3002]

(Wouldn't it make more sense to define the ultimate battle as one for a national ban on handguns -- the sole gun-control measure that promises to save tens of thousands of lives?) Well no. It would cost tens of thousands of American lives.

If the govt, Fed or State, passed a law tomorrow to turn in all handguns "or else", well, I will take the "or else". But not peacefully. I bought a Colt .45 in 1977, two wives, and lots of cars later, I still have the .45.
As one who has taken the pledge to support and defend the Constitution, I will not surrender my right to bear arms to enemies domestic or foreign.

Semper Fi, USMC 1971-1981