[Spexxvet]

If there is an "altercation" between two people, and neither has a gun, the likelihood of someone dying is low. Add one gun, and the likelihood increases. Add two guns, and the likelihood skyrockets. If your goal, in life, is to keep all your stuff, or die trying, then I recommend that you pack heat. If your goal is to spend a long life with your family, don't have a gun. You and your family can do without a TV. You can overcome the emotional trauma of a sex crime. But you won't be there if you are dead, or in jail for having misjudged a situation. Sure, an assailant can come along, demand your gum, then rape you and kill you. You can also have a car accident and get killed. Or a safe could fall on your head. You take prudent precautions to improve your safety, but shit happens. IMHO, you are less likely to die if you have a gun.