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Originally Posted by MacCool
Sweden is a small country with a pretty homogenous culture. Homicide rate is, what?...one homicide per 100,000 population per year? Although the aggravated assault rate is significantly higher in Sweden than the US, is lack of concealed carry a detriment to personal safety in Sweden?
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Going more deeply into the causes behind it would probably spark a massive flame war here, so I'll just say this.
Sweden isn't really just that homogenous anymore. Especially the city I live in. And that has brought with it lots of assaults, robberies, rapes etc. etc
My better half has been the victim of two attempted rapes, for example. Neither of the perpetrators were ever caught.
I personally would feel a whole lot safer outside if I could conceal carry, and she sure would. Sometimes, she does, when walking the dog later in the evening, even if it is not allowed.