OK... So if you're reading this you probably know me well enough to know that I'm not in favor of "gun control" as a political gambit or any of the laws that such nonsense produces. Felons shouldn't have guns. Untreated mental illness (or see drugs below)? No guns. No one under the influence of drugs or alcohol should be in possession of a loaded weapon. Other than that, people should carry their guns everywhere.
Never gonna happen... I know. But a nice compromise would be to let folks that go through the rigors of obtaining a concealed handgun permit in their state carry anywhere. Please note "anywhere." It's important. A legally armed citizen is no more dangerous at your local elementary school than he is at the 7-11. I think the majority of the folks getting these permits have enough synapses firing to understand weapon retention and concealment well enough that they're not going to inadvertently arm the "bad guys" either.
However... and this is big... please be sure to keep your guns and your ammo securely fastened to your person until you need to use them... Otherwise, you'll look like this poor bastard.
