Reply #49: Does Scotland have an "honor" culture? [View All]

[hedgehog]

My theory is that gun ownership in this country is a reflection of "honor culture" among various groups. By honor culture, I mean a culture in which males are raised with the notion that they must always have a chip on their shoulder. Any sign of disrespect must be met with violence. It also includes the notion that the male is responsible as an individual to protect his family and property rather than relying on the police. I think sub-groups with an honor culture can be found in almost every ethnic group in the country, so I am not blaming any particular group. I have to admit, I think it is stronger in the South and West than in the Northeast and Midwest.