In 1996, the government of Australia enacted a mandatory gun buyback and destruction program after a mass shooting at Port Arthur. The lockdowns and tyranny they face today could have been prevented had they all stood up and said: “No. You will not take away my ability to defend myself.” Instead, they blindly followed and accepted this unlawful order. It broke my heart to see so many guns wasted, knowing full well that the government was now able to do whatever it wanted without impunity or risk of retribution. Think about that when you see politicians erasing our beloved Constitution and burning our Bill of Rights. Make sure you have enough ammo to last you a while. When stored in a cool, dry place, ammunition should last for a long time. When the police arrive in minutes, a gun is ready in seconds. I can’t carry a cop on my back 24/7, so I conceal carry instead.