Disagree. Having a firearm is the least of all constituent requirements. A FA is of little to no use if youre missing training, situational awareness and mental preparation. Whats between the ears > whats in the holster.
Well of course training, situational awareness and mental preparation are critical. In most states, you need training to get permit.
True but, having nothing or the means to end someone’s intent shouldn’t be a bar to defense.
Someone without training nor situational awareness can still shoot & stop an attacker IF s/he in fact has a gun handy.
Someone with advanced training and extreme situational awareness can’t if not.
Having a firearm may be the least of all constituent requirements (for sake of argument), but it’s still a _necessary_ constituent.