[discostu]

That's real nice big talk. And as soon as you can tell me how people in the building can protect themselves from aircraft I'll treat it serious. Until then you're just blowing steam.

[wcbtinman]

If the passengers on those airplanes had been armed, I'll bet that at least one of them would have put a stop to the hijacking long before the aircraft got pointed toward a building.

Your assertion about those in the building not being able to protect themselves works only because no one on the airplane(s) was permitted to defend themselves with a firearm, and is therefore moot.

As for big talk, I have been in the unfortunate position twice of having to defend myself with a firearm, and I can personally attest to the deterrent power of a .357. You can spout all of the platitudes you wish, but I know better.