I did the research for this decision last week. It mainly came down to the “inherent right of self-defense” argument, which won the day over the objections of a number of Pentagon types, both in my JAG Corps and elsewhere, who kept saying they didn’t want “people going cowboy”. Can you frickin’ believe it? I had to convince (civilian, former AD) Air Force members that recruiters can be trusted with arms.
Idiocy.
**Can you frickin’ believe it?**
After 27 years in the Army, yes I can.