They have resulted from the actions of young people all too familiar with the techniques of gun use.

It was a basic principle of long gun use.

No one was inclined to view the shooting as a reason to curtail gun use.

Self-defense classes are also usually available for a fee at shooting ranges, covering gun use in much more detail.

"They are vehemently against gun use," she said.

Parents should explain the difference between gun violence on television and in films and the real-life consequences of gun use.

Perhaps if people who bought ammunition were held liable for its use, they would be less cavalier about gun use.

On the issue of tying the death penalty to gun use, he said, "The fact is, liberals in Congress won't take the steps needed."

Kleck states that his estimate of total defensive gun uses was based on nearly 5,000 cases.