California is about to tax guns more like alcohol and tobacco − and that could put a dent in gun violence - eviltoast
  • AA5B@lemmy.world
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    6 months ago

    This is a great idea. The flood of illegal and stolen weapons wouldn’t be taxed but they all need ammo to do harm.

    I know home made ammo exists but I find it hard to believe it would ever be more than niche

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      6 months ago

      And what makes you think bullets wouldn’t just be added to the black market?

      • Fades@lemmy.world
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        6 months ago

        They’re naive and desperately want to do literally anything since Republican fascists are focussed on not letting actual common-sense laws move forward.

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          6 months ago

          Also, can you tell me more about who is blocking common sense gun laws? I’m not saying I think you’re wrong, I just want to learn more about who I should speak out against.

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          6 months ago

          You’re just putting more power into their hands. It’s not like the cops aren’t fascist, and we all know what they really protect. Not to mention seems like a ton of money that will go into red states.