re: 70% of Young Americans think we should be allowed to own Assualt Rifles

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I think it's pretty widely accepted the term "assault rifle or weapon" refers to semi auto rifles that are similar in appearance to military full auto versions. It's an inaccurate description, but that's what people think when you say 'assault rifle". When you say "deer rifle" they think bolt action with a scope.

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The line has been blurred a bit. People use paramilitary style rifles for more than target practice these days.