We tried that. Doesn’t work. Ignoring some people doesn’t make them go away.
A good counter-argument with supporting documentation might do the trick.
You know as well as I that the second amendment has never applied to the states. Why do I have to tell your buddy that? Why aren't you telling him that? Seriously. Why do you let that stand without rebuttal?
You want to get rid of me? Fine. Then take over. Make me unnecessary.