[burntbridge]

But the U.S. accepts other things that are regulated, a couple of examples:

Speed limits: Speed doesn't cause accidents just people who go faster than their ability to control the vehicle. Many people are sensible and wouldn't do this.

Drugs: Many people can take drugs and enjoy them and not descend into anti-social and criminal behavior.

[pdonis]

> the U.S. accepts other things that are regulated

Sure, and if "regulated" means a person has to show some proof of being a responsible citizen, that's fine.