The huge amounts of weapons is, in and of itself , probably another reason. I also think a large amount of weapons in society increases the incidence of police brutality as well. Police officers here are extremely cautious of everyone. The United States has a gun culture that is our identity.

Thank you all for taking the time to reply. I hope we are wrong and we are not all growing more fearful of each other. I agree, the important thing is to be active and make your voice heard through whatever ballot boxes come our way!

As in many European countries that are trending populist/nationalist, the U.S. has had fear drilled into them by our politicians & their parties to promote many draconian laws. Tho it started before, 9/11 really got the ball rolling. From Nixon's "Law & Order" thru the TSA, NSA, Gitmo,...fear of others, fear of immigrants, fear of strangers. We're turning back to the mindset of isolated villages & villagers because it generates the fear that the politicians stoke!

Your post struck a cord with me. I, too, would like to see stricter gun control....or regulation. Even for gun affecianados, some types of weapons are simply not necessary for hunting, sport or protection. I agree with you in that our attitude toward violence has changed since I was growing up (which was a long time ago). It seems to me we were more accepting, hospitable, trusting and caring back then, and less suspicious of others. Perhaps fear as been pervasive, resulting in more animosity, less tolerance and definately more anger and prejudice. We need to educate the upcoming generations about tolerance, kindness and compassion. Less about guns and more about peace. Sadly I don't think the tide will change any time soon.

Your post struck a cord with me. I, too, would like to see stricter gun control....or regulation. Even for gun affecianados, some types of weapons are simply not necessary for hunting, sport or protection. I agree with you in that our attitude toward violence has changed since I was growing up (which was a long time ago). It seems to me we were more accepting, hospitable, trusting and caring back then, and less suspicious of others. Perhaps fear as been pervasive, resulting in more animosity, less tolerance and definately more anger and prejudice. We need to educate the upcoming generations about tolerance, kindness and compassion. Less about guns and more about peace. Sadly I don't think the tide will change any time soon.

Well unfortunately America has the s*** Second Amendment. The NRA is one of the most powerful organizations in the world. Human lives don't matter second amendment rights do.

You are right. All of those actions you mentioned will not fully solve the problem. But anti-gun control people fault the good for not being perfect. The truth is, those measure will help.

Some of us are scaredy-cats and others are not. The gun lobby stokes fear in Americans for self-serving reasons.

If I found someone in my back yard I would the police and then ask them what they want. If their presence is legit, I could the police back.

Yep.

It has become a vicious cycle and the NRA wants to keep us fearful and paranoid. It helps the gun industries bottom line. All the hype is being put out for one purpose and one purpose - money.