• TexasDrunk@lemmy.world
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    1 month ago

    Step one for gun control should be a fully functioning mental healthcare system. That’s not the final step by any means, but if people are getting the mental help they need there will be fewer shootings.

    • merc@sh.itjust.works
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      1 month ago

      Step one for gun control should be gun control.

      Sure, a functioning mental healthcare system is important and should be pursued in parallel. But, clearly, there’s a major issue with the availability of powerful guns. That needs to be addressed before, or at least at the same time as mental health.