Anthony V. Clark, described in his Twitter bio as “a teacher helping in the fight to end capitalistic oppression,” asked a simple question on Tuesday: “What’s a valid reason to own an AR-15?” We’re guessing he’s not accepting “because you can” as a valid reason, but it’s good enough for us.
Maybe he’s a fan of President Biden’s repeated entreaties to buy a shotgun instead of an AR-15 because 1) a couple of shotgun blasts out the front door into the darkness will scare away any intruders, 2) a shotgun is easier than an AR-15 to aim and fire if you’re a woman, and 3) if you need to defend yourself against looters during an earthquake, you won’t have a chance of getting off a clean shot with an AR-15 if the ground is shaking.
That’s funny, because we’ve heard just the opposite from people who actually know guns: Women seem to prefer the AR-15 because it’s easier to handle.
what’s a valid reason to own an AR-15?
— Anthony V. Clark (@anthonyvclark20) March 23, 2021
What’s a valid reason to put pronouns in your twitter bio?
— Gregizona (@murgatr0id) March 23, 2021
What's a valid reason to exercise any right?
— J.G. Petruna (@jgpetruna) March 23, 2021
Any reason.
— Chris Nodimas? (@CholeraFan) March 23, 2021
Also, no reason.
— Chris Nodimas? (@CholeraFan) March 23, 2021
Skirting the "valid" qualifier since people can justify anything to themselves, a simple answer may be: because they exist.
If a facet of ownership is defense and newer technology loosely defined as "better" arises, then it makes sense to stay up to date.
— JeffBenzos (@CEOofAnazom) March 23, 2021
They are excellent varmInt weapons; small, light, and cheap. The ammo is the right size for smaller animals, say 50lbs and lower.
— Jon Kramer BLM ANTIFA (@jonathan_kramer) March 23, 2021
Practice
My nephew is a Green Beret and he practices with his.— Litha aka #chaga_gansta? (@sentientview) March 23, 2021
They're fun to shoot.
— Maskless Superspreader (@Samala5793) March 23, 2021
My body my choice
— Thrash Impactor (@mfslamwarrior) March 23, 2021
Because I can. Seems valid enough.
— Priviledged Criticiser ? (@FederalThird) March 23, 2021
What’s a valid reason to ask what I own?
— myco (@mycorrhizabtc) March 23, 2021
It's the best firearm for community and home defense, and is responsible for less than 4% of US gun deaths.
— Mitch (@SovietDolphins) March 23, 2021
When you can’t find an AK.
— Ol' Angry Bastard (@kommunistkat) March 23, 2021
Because they are not aware of the Romanian AK-47
— Crypto MONSTER $XVG President for Life (@Nationalacrobat) March 23, 2021
To protect yourself and family and home from a bad actors.. foreign and domestic… to include officials of law, and predatory animals.
— Andre – The Oracle of Clubhouse (@WILLINGonABell) March 23, 2021
Because you want one.
— Bryce Van Velson (@BryceVanVelson) March 23, 2021
Just wanting one is good enough for me
— Boyrobot? (@Boyrobot21) March 23, 2021
You shouldn't need a reason to own one if you want one.
— whorechata (@cokeandcake) March 23, 2021
Everything that is happening right now. #COVID19
— Mojica Fitzgerald Kennedy (@politicalcomic) March 23, 2021
Home defense. It's just a rifle. Nothing too special about it.
— FunkPunch (@funk_punch) March 23, 2021
How many homes have been defended using an AR-15?
— DookieHowser (@booftillupoop) March 23, 2021
Home defense, a fascination with the mechanical engineering in time-tested firearms designs, preparedness for encroaching civil conflict, a desire to exercise your rights, etc.
— No War But Class War and Chili Cookoffs (@HectorTweld) March 23, 2021
Not having a reason is reason enough. No one needs to explain themselves to some jack off online. Or at a gun store. One must simply have the required funds.
— lvl_0 the cruiserweight contender elect (@lvl0_0) March 23, 2021
“Shall not be infringed” is the reason.
— Eric Schloemer (@SchloemerSays) March 23, 2021
Because people can.
— Steve (@stevemizny) March 23, 2021
None of your business. That’s why.
— Unironic™ AnCap™ ?™ (@UnIronicAnCap) March 23, 2021
Your question.
— Levi Parmiter (@LeviParmiter) March 23, 2021
I want one and this is America
— michael (@mkwomackjr) March 23, 2021
All lawful purposes. End.
— Sheen (@Sheen6031) March 23, 2021
Because I have a right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, and the second amendment codifies in words my natural right to defend it.
— Doc. Block (@MedicPlastic) March 23, 2021
What’s the valid reason not to?
— Torquemada (@Torquemada772) March 23, 2021
Wrong question.
What are valid reasons for taking them away from people who never harmed anyone?
— Jennifer Sensiba ???? ?? (@JenniferSensiba) March 23, 2021
Related:
Joe Biden, who encouraged every American to buy a shotgun, now says you’ll need an F-15 to fight the government https://t.co/9LqObrdA1L
— Twitchy Team (@TwitchyTeam) August 10, 2019
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