October 12, 2009

I have always grown up believing that each person has the right to life and that through that right, they also have the right to protect their life. I also have always believed that when a person takes another’s life, they then lose their own right to life. I have been surprised to find out through the years that many people don’t agree with me. Some people argue the exact opposite; that people who kill other people’s life with the premeditated intent of doing so still deserve to live simply because they are considered human. Maybe I am too harsh, but I cannot see how a person who could do something as horrific as that could be put on the same level as the ordinary, law-abiding citizen who could never do such a thing. I am a firm believer that people need to take responsibility for themselves and be willing to protect themselves when in a time of need. We will never be able to prevent evil people from trying to hurt others, but we can help ordinary people learn how best to protect themself. It may not always be enough, but if it can help a few people than it is more than worth it.

 

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