I have to wonder if having to ensure that only one side of the debate is heard has any effect at all on the morale of our opponents. If I knew the only way I could win was to continue to shape the issue was through strict suppression of debate, alongside a campaign of disinformation and demonization when it comes to guns and gun ownership, I’d start to look for another cause. I’d find that state of affairs very dissatisfying even on a basal emotional level.