You stated..."...forbid their citizens to effectively defend themselves." which is patently UNTRUE.
We're not perfect, nor is any other state, yet we're NOT FORBIDDEN from protecting ourselves.
You have fine day now. My posts are not for your edification since you appear to not be interested in the truth.
They're only to clear up the misperceptions you are attempting to perpetuate, which so many other idiots around here have come to believe as well.
That's good ... your comments are not particularly edifying. Disgusting is more like. I detest spin and dissimulation.
Here's some truth:
1) California is NOT a "shall issue" State.
2) Application of California's "may issue" concealed carry law is highly variable. In urban areas, where the need to defend oneself is most acute, obtaining a carry permit is very difficult. Issuing authorities in rural areas are much more intelligent.
Therefore, it is TRUE to state that California forbids its citizens to EFFECTIVELY defend themselves.