Deanimater,
Your statement is very true. The point I was trying to make is that being impolite towards your opponent will seldom have desired results. I don’t believe there is any chance of changing hardcore anti gunner’s minds. My concern is for the people on the fence about RTKBA issues.
If for example in that situation, the gun owners remained polite and respectful regardless of how belligerent the anti’s became, it would make a statement about their integrity and uncompromising morals. This pared with logical discussion of gun legislation, may help to “convert” people on the fence over to the pro 2A side.
An alternative approach to Alex’s situation would have been:
1. Walk up to the leader
2. Shake her hand
3. Say “Mam, I would like to discuss current gun legislation.”
4. Present your facts and maintain a level head regardless of how emotional the opposition gets.
I believe this approach would help are cause far more than immature name calling and such.
Sincerely,
Josh