What is the need to own a deadly weapon?

Dear Editor,

What is the purpose of owning an Uzi? An M16? I understand that as citizens we want to exercise our rights, but is it really necessary to purchase a weapon, that in origin was intended to kill as many as possible?

With attacks becoming a recurring theme, gun control has risen as a plausible solution.  This of course, has caused many law-abiding citizens to defend their second amendment rights.

I am not suggesting that all guns must be banned, but is it really necessary to own the most deadly weapon you can find?

Sincerely,

Allan Dwight Bishop IV

Owego, N.Y.