[tujgqezk] Tools of change

We prohibit powerful weapons and other destructive implements (high explosives) in the hands of common people not because we fear them killing people (acting as if life is cheap), but because we fear change.  Everyone is a stakeholder in the status quo.

To be granted permission to use such items, they need to show they will "responsibly" use them so as not to upset the status quo.

Not entirely clear if or when destruction actually causes social change (people's beliefs are pretty deep set): need historical study.