Of course it is only part of the equation. But it is a CRITICAL part of the equation.
Same element as is a factor with reduced criminal activity -
they don’t know who’s armed and who’s not.
I’m not sure about their “rules”, but I think they actually have to kill someone other than themselves in their act of jihad to be assured of paradise.
Of course, widely spreading the rumor that CCHL people store their ammo with a light coating of bacon grease would go a long way toward deterring sudden jihad syndrome.
Disagree. Having a firearm is the least of all constituent requirements. A FA is of little to no use if youre missing training, situational awareness and mental preparation. Whats between the ears > whats in the holster.