You may be underestimating the sobering effect the responsibility of carrying a deadly weapon has on the permittee, especially when there is the possibility of being involved in a misunderstood third-party situation. It really makes for some shifts in mindset and heightened awareness.
Obtaining the permit is a maturing experience, in and of itself.
Joe has it right. I have a carry permit, but actually carrying a weapon brings with it a real responsibility that is not to be taken lightly. It’s like you are suddenly on-duty. Obviously not everyone feels this way, but I bet you’d be surprised about the number that do. Responsibility can be quite mind-altering.
Right, I didn’t exactly think of that, so let’s rephrase my statement to say that the idea of guns and the average student found on my campus is a bad idea. I know there are people who are mature enough to deal with that kind of responsibility, and I’m totally for them having guns if they can handle it.