I have not opened any of the threads on TOV for a while, but knew this one would be interesting and an important discourse on a gnawing societal issue which bothers me on a daily basis. Depending on the day, frankly I can come down on either side of the debate. It all eventually comes down to how we balance the individual rights guaranteed to us by our Constitution against the responsibilities we have to protect the society responsible for providing those guaranties.
Frankly, I think we need, no matter the individual economic consequences, to do all in our power to preserve our rights as citizens of this great country.
With that said, limit access to our educational institutions. If we can protect our airports, certainly we can protect our schools. Chain link fences, limited access points, and armed security are an answer. If we look at our governmental institutions, starting with the Feds, proceeding to the states and counties, this has already been done. We do not to arm teachers, particularly if they do not want to be armed.
Security and peace of mind cost money. Acknowledge that for goodness sake and spend it. If it preserves our personal guaranteed rights which many have died to preserve , it is worth it.
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