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[quote=Anonymous]I hadn't realized quite how much more dangerous the US is than any other developed country. This article in the FT makes clear that the chance of a five-year old dying before reaching the age of 40 is four times higher in the US than in comparator countries (UK, Canada, Germany etc). One in 25 US 5 year olds won't make it to 40, vs 1 in 100 in other countries. This isn't just about guns, though that is part of it, but also about traffic deaths, overdoses etc. When you think about it, it is pretty extraordinary that Americans tolerate this. I think many people on DCUM are pretty pro-gun control, and think of themselves as the good guys. But look at the fuss about the bike lanes on Connecticut or Old Georgetown. You are just as tolerant of young people dying, when the necessary changes to avoid it would force you to make any changes. https://www.ft.com/content/653bbb26-8a22-4db3-b43d-c34a0b774303[/quote]
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