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I'm usually anti-gun and pro gun control, but when it comes to store employees I'd be in favor of them carrying a firearm with them for protection, especially if they're working night shifts and most definitely if they're working at a business that's in neighborhoods that have a high black population. You're just asking for trouble if you don't in these kinds of circumstances.
I'm usually anti-gun and pro gun control, but when it comes to store employees I'd be in favor of them carrying a firearm with them for protection, especially if they're working night shifts and most definitely if they're working at a business that's in neighborhoods that have a high black population. You're just asking for trouble if you don't in these kinds of circumstances.
Metal detectors would help but buying them and staffing them is costly. The gun manufacturers should foot the bill IMO.
Why would a low wage worker protect Starbuck's cash? I would hope they would protect their own life first by being as cooperative with the criminals as possible.
Here's another thought, these guys often have help. One guy doesn't show his gun, just acts like he's a customer. If anyone gives his buddy any problems (like pulling a gun) he pulls his out and then people die for no reason.
Why would a low wage worker protect Starbuck's cash? I would hope they would protect their own life first by being as cooperative with the criminals as possible.
Here's another thought, these guys often have help. One guy doesn't show his gun, just acts like he's a customer. If anyone gives his buddy any problems (like pulling a gun) he pulls his out and then people die for no reason.
So how would you stop the robbers? Wouldn't this create a shootout and potentially endanger more innocent lives? What if you miss?
If you were the clerk and a gunman was pointing a gun at your face, would you wish a cop was there to defend you? Would you be comfortable leaving the decision whether you live or die up to someone who has already showed poor judgment?
I train people in concealed carry. I have trained some police and many civilians. I have not seen where police show any better accuracy than trained everyday folks.
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