Why? Because I repeat back what you've written and it defeats your own argument?
No, it is because of your seriously stupid responses.
Garbage in, garbage out. I can't help it if you admit you are wrong. You posted that culture is more important than laws. I agree. That's my whole point. That's why passing strict gun laws here will not help crime one bit.
Point of fact:
Chicago 9:30 a.m. CDT, August 24, 2012
Nineteen people were shot across the South and West sides from Thursday evening through early Friday morning -- 13 of them wounded over a 30-minute period, authorities say.
19 people shot in overnight shootings across Chicago - chicagotribune.com
Chicago gun laws
It is unlawful to possess any firearm or ammunition without a valid FOID. (Firearms Owners Identification Card)
It is unlawful for any person under the age of 18 to possess a handgun, or concealable firearm.
It is unlawful for any person to possess any firearm with intent to use it unlawfully against another.
It is unlawful to possess any rifle having one or more barrels less than 16" in length or a shotgun having one or more barrels less than 18" in length or any weapon made from a rifle or shotgun, if such weapon as modified has an overall length of less than 26 inches.
It is unlawful to possess any firearm in any place licensed to sell intoxicating beverages, or at any public gathering (except a gun show) at which an admission is charged. An exception is provided for the owner, manager or an authorized employee of the establishments.