text: What about people who can't walk or otherwise physically exert themselves?  How are they supposed to defend themselves?  The only reason "guns are a plague in the US" is because ignorance about guns is the real plague in the US.  You can hate and fear guns all you want, but you should still learn about them.  Knowledge is power.  Teach young kids what the proper action is should they come across a gun.  It could save lives.