200 years ago we were predominately a rural society. People needed guns for protection and a means of putting food on the table. Today most people live within feet of their neighbors not miles. If they see a prowler, they call the police. They get their food from a grocery store, not by hunting.200 years ago America was a much different place. 200 years from now, a limited array of weapons will be available to Citizens who're willing to submit to a fairly invasive household background check.
You can be part of the discussion that makes that happen, or you can dig in your two right heels and be buried by history. Your choice.
With increased population, urbanization, and media coverage of violence the demand for gun control will only grow.