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The New Gun Control Tactic: Call Semi-Automatic Rifles ‘Assault Weapons’
Using the terms “assault weapons” and “weapons of war” is meant to evoke something that so many only know from movies and video games.
Supporters of gun control, as well as many liberal politicians, have called for a ban of so-called “assault weapons,” which in turn convinced Americans of the need to limit access to these firearms. The very name of the guns certainly sounds ominous enough, and may convince many to ask the question “why does anyone need a weapon of war?”
That is how these groups plan to win over the public. Consider it a marketing campaign like no other. In this case, it is directed by various groups that have continued to spread misleading “facts” about these firearms.
9 Commonly Misused Gun Terms
9 Commonly Misused Gun Terms
When it comes to guns and gun accessories, there s no shortage of misused terminology in the firearm industry. November 21, 2016 By Kyle Wintersteen
Sometimes the error is committed innocently, a simple mistake owing to the shooter s ignorance. A common example is the interchangeable use of clip and magazine. However, other misused terms are more harmful.
They aren t just inaccurate; their frequent use can negatively affect the public perception of firearms. Referring to a semi-automatic carbine as an assault rifle (a term that implies a fully automatic action designed for purely offensive purposes) is the biggest offender. More on that later.