CPAC Conservatives On Guns In Schools And Arming Teachers

Conservatives, in their own words, want more guns in schools.

An NRA supporter stated at a recent CPAC conference, “Armed presence in schools is something that many Americans can agree on would make schools safer.”

Another stated “Most schools already have some type of security, but clearly that’s not enough as it stands right now. I’d aim more for arming the teachers. They’re already watching over the kids during the day, what’s the difference if they have a sidearm on them?”

While some were adamant about more firearms in schools, others took a more moderate stance.

Turning Points USA’s Charlie Kirk stated, “If teachers have some background with military training or police training, I see nothing wrong with allowing them to be armed, but I wouldn’t necessarily say that it should be mandatory or compulsory.”

Another attendee stated, “I’m going to be a teacher one day. I would carry, but I definitely think that it is up to the discretion of the teacher. I don’t think you should be forced to carry and I don’t think you should — I think you should have the option.”

The NRA’s leader told the conference attendees we need more guns in schools and the president thinks it’s a pretty good idea, too. But, in order to create a less violent atmosphere at schools, it seems completely counterproductive to bring more guns into the mix. 

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