Patch Talker: Readers Respond to Issue of Armed Guards in Schools, Gun Control
What do you think needs to be done to stop school shootings? Do you agree with President Obama’s plan for gun control? Are you a fan of the NRA’s idea to have armed guards in schools?
Following another school shooting, this time in Atlanta on Jan. 31, Patch asked readers if they believed President Obama's gun control proposals will help prevent school shootings. We also asked readers what they feel needs to be done to stop school shootings, such as bringing in armed guards. Here are some of the responses we received. Some comments have been edited for length, grammar and clarity: "What will stop the school shootings? 1. Pass a law forcing all gun owners to buy a heavy duty gun box and keep all guns locked up 24-7. Keep a hand gun out for home security, but if you go out lock up the all the guns. 2. Armed guards in all schools. 3. Metal detectors. 4. Bullet proof all school first floor windows and doors. Keep all school …
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Abigail
12:30 pm on Wednesday, February 6, 2013
I'll take my chances with the Constitution also. And these socialists will have to pry my firearm(s) from my cold, dead hand. more ›