Sorry but when it comes the someone, especially a supposed conservative, questioning the need for a CCW I get rather defensive. Been fighting the battle for protecting this right for many, years. And yes, in some jurisdictions {MA is a prime example| you must state a need.
I certainly support the 2nd Amendment.
I choose not to have guns but I support the rights of others to do so. In fact, I am glad several of my good neighbors have guns and that criminals don’t know if I do or not.
I’ve gone back and forth about owning a gun other than the 22 rifle my uncle gave me. I like having the right to own one if I ever decide to do so.