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In 2022 the number of US auto deaths was 42,795

Before getting a license to drive, you have to take behind the wheel classes, pass both written and driving tests. Vehicles are annually registered, and need insurance

In 2021 the number of firearm deaths was 48830

in some states, you can get pre-approved for a loan, walk into a store, sign a piece of paper, and walk out with guns and ammo on your 18th birthday. that is it

we should treat guns like cars

@Kinnison I've heard it argued that it is classist to require training for guns, because then only people with money could have them.

Never mind the same rule doesn't seem to apply for other things poor people have trouble with, like food or cars or anything. Just guns.
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