Cmv: i don't think semi automatic assault rifles are any more dangerous than handguns:
I own an AK-47 with a 10 round magazine as well as a .40 caliber Springfield Armory hand gun that holds 12 rounds.  
My view is that someone can take out just as many people with a hand gun as they would with an "assault rifle".  IMO handguns would be more dangerous because they are easily concealable.  
AK-47's and AR-15's are considered assault rifles even though they can't shoot any faster than any other semi-automatic weapon (legally). Just because they look scary doesn't mean they are more dangerous. What say you?