Why is the US such a violent place?

[Texican]

"Taunting" is the main reason and the one consistent element you see in almost all "postal" situations (i.e.,where someone flies off and shoots a bunch of folks).

I think in our society, many folks feel that the law is some kind of invisible shield making them impervious to attack, and therefore many folks cast aside courtesy and "taunt" others.

Like the example of the Wisconsin police officer who "lost it" and killed 6 people this week. Apparently, some of those people were taunting him and calling him a "worthless pig", while no doubt thinking the law was that "invisible shield" that would protect their smart mouths.

They were wrong. Not sure they deserved to be shot for it but I would not argue if the police officer had punched a few faces.

Bottom line: If we bully folks, especially if we bully armed folks, then who have we to blame if there is a backlash?