In preparation, both parties should review research and credible statistics. An example is statistics of murders used with weapons other than guns could be used as an arguing point or either party depending on the results. The only issue with statistics is the accuracy depending on the sample used. Research of how many killers committed prior felonies or misdemeanors. The results of this research could confirm the gun control activists’ argument or prepare them for the argument of those opposed to gun control. Creating an