The Los Angeles riots is what has people sharpening their skills out in these parts.
That piece of history sold a lot of guns as well.
I think if gangs and the like ever made it to the suburbs, they might not expect to have it as easy as in Los Angeles.
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The riots, 9/11, and assorted "gun control" legislation, have all led to increased gun sales. My guess is that Californians are better armed than ever. Some of the folks I go shooting with are even liberals, if you can believe that. I'm working on em.