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Pitbulls are not more genetically predisposed towards biting or mauling than other breeds and the supposed "statistical data" on the subject is based around a confluence of inaccurate metrics caused by 1) people not being very good at accurately identifying dog breeds, 2) existing groups that hate pitbulls pushing bad statistics for political purposes, and 3) a self-fulfilling prophecy of pitbulls having a bad reputation and actively being sought out by people who want vicious dogs and who will treat their dogs in such a way as to encourage that behavior. And I say all of this as someone who does not own a pitbull and probably never will.
I also want to add that my current dog is a 140lb Bull Mastiff/German Shepherd mix. I adopted her from a friend after my friend realized how big she would likely be.
My dog is now 7 years old and still just acts like a big silly puppy. She's never bit anyone and is even friends with my cats.
However, if I had small children I probably wouldn't have her because I've seen very nice dogs snap many times. Unfortunately, the size of the dog does correlate with the damage they could potentially do. I also make sure she can't bite anyone or other pets if I have to take her out. She loves everyone and everything but any dog can snap under the right circumstances and since we are not dogs coming we cannot read their minds and don't always know what the circumstances are. I wouldn't rule out rescuing a pitbull. All dogs are not the same. I think it's all more an issue of responsible pet owners and knowing your dog the best you can.
Never forget though that accidents can and will still happen, even under the best circumstances.