in 1249652 20051118 152717 "Too_Many_Tools" wrote:

As society administers a driving test before issuing a driver's
license, I think it would be a great idea to administer similar testing
prior to allowing a gun purchase....or when buying a dog.

Isn't it strange that we need a licence or permission for all the trivial
things in life yet anyone (even if drunk, mad, convicted murderer etc)
can bring children into the world.