The end effect of gun control laws is the concentration of firearms ownership in the hands of the state. This is why gun control is promoted by various statist philosophies such as [[Communism]], [[Socialism]], and [[Fascism]].
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The end effect of gun control laws is the concentration of firearms ownership in the hands of the state, and a general reduction in the level of gun crime. This is why gun control is promoted by various statist philosophies such as [[Communism]], [[Socialism]], and [[Fascism]] as well as many democratic nations such as the UK, France, Germany and Australia.
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"Gun control" is the use of legislation to place restrictions on this right. This can include:
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"Gun control" is the use of legislation to place restrictions on use of guns. This can include: