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by magicalhippo 1799 days ago
This was an act planned for years by someone who was sane and seemingly normal. To get the weapons he had, he had to pass a test[1] and apply to the police for approval[2]. He got the approvals as he passed the test and had joined a gun club as is required.

Arguing that ABB using legally purchased guns means gun control doesn't work is pretty much the same as saying burglars will bypass the lock on your door so might as well not have any doors in your home.

[1]: https://www.nrk.no/osloogviken/breivik-kjopte-drapsvapen-i-r...

[2]: https://www.tv2.no/a/13199459/