When people are distressed, they may cling to sources of comfort like religion. There is quite a difference between clinging to something and adhering and taking part in something. Children cling to their parents when frightened; otherwise, they adhere to them. Same with religion (I don't know if such accrues to guns).
Still tough, I've enjoyed Obama's discomfort since I am a Clinton supporter. It's an object lesson for him. If he is elected President, it is better that he now learn to parse his words in light of the fact that as President his words can have world-wide effect.
"Generosity. That was my first mistake." "Experience must be our only guide; reason may mislead us." "Instagram is Twitter for people who can't read."
