For them, a gun is a symbol of power and potency... The gun has replaced the spear as a phallic symbol.

Peter Mwaura
Nairobi
The Nation
Owning a Gun Sign of Power And Success
February 25, 2006
[I get rather annoyed at people that believe they can read the minds of others and invariably fail.  This guy is no exception.  In all likelihood it is Mwaura that has the mental problems.  Thanks to Jeff for the pointer.--Joe]