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Originally Posted by Vince@MSperfab
3 days ago they were calling for it. Facebook poll had Armed teachers at 82%.
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Public opinion was arm teachers?
Potential problems with that is 7 of 10 teachers probably aren't capable and 9 of 10 are probably of the anti-gun mindset.
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I wish the NRA would just sit down with lawmakers and find a solution instead of building a gauntlet of lawyers making ready for an attack.
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I would imagine the NRA needs significant public support before the lawmakers will objectively listen to them.
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They are doing the same and(as?) the anti-gunners, putting effort and funds towards a non solution.
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The Thurston HS Kip Kinkle shooting spree that took place 3 miles from my house.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kip_Kinkel
I had numerous longtime close friends with children at the school that day thus somewhat understand the reality and community impact of these events. It certainly doesn't feel like it took place over 14 years ago. My oldest son will be attending Thurston HS next year and my daughter 2 years later which makes me somewhat vested in solutions of effective protection.
Since this event the local school districts have placed officers in the 7 local high schools. Demographically our metro area has approximately 175,000 people. 14 years later it has proven effective in what I would consider a region with a high ratio of firearms per household.