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Man, if this guy hits again today, there is going to be widespread panic if not already.....

I live within the crescent of the shootings. My daughter’s school was in lock down today. I take my daughter to school and wonder if I’ll be picking her up alive. More than panic is the feeling of RAGE. If law enforcement can’t handle this, it’s time for citizens to get involved -- as in militia. I’ve talked to neighbors, co-workers and friends and we’re ready to donate money towards our defense. Problem is … we’re a white color crowd and hire people to mow our lawns – we don’t like getting “dirty.” We stay PC to get promoted at our government (or government related) jobs. We’ve taken all the touchy feely briefings at our job so we’re afraid to say “boo” because we might offend somebody. We’re so busy chasing the “dream” we’re in dreamland. Just wondering how many of us will choose denial rather than wake up to the nightmare… It’s hitting home now…

For you people outside the DC area: If this were to be happening in your town, what would be the reaction?

If this were to be happening in your town, what would be the reaction?

1. Probably concealed carry permits would increase substantially (it's not very difficult to do here), and more people would carry something, regardless. (I don't know if my wife would or not -- probably not).

2. Increased police coverage

3. Lotsa kids staying home.

"For you people outside the DC area: If this were to be happening in your town, what would be the reaction?

Lock and Load--stay sharp--minimize risks--and ask God to keep a blanket of protection over all of the good people in the community. I live in a state where gun ownership is not looked upon as a "crime" and many good folks are willing to protect the things in life that mean the most to them. IF you are overcome with a sense of helplessness, powelessness and fear for family, I would suggest spending more time at the shooting range. It is a great confidence booster and allows to to feel like you are your family's number one line of defense. Self reliancy and self preservation are deep rooted American qualities.

For you people outside the DC area: If this were to be happening in your town, what would be the reaction?

I'm not in the crescent like you but I live in AA county. Also, I manage a shopping center in PG county, Marlborough Village. Down 301 just a bit from Bowie. Due to my job, I am often in that area.

I've read your lament and while I can't say what I'd do if I lived somewhere else, I certainly understand your rage. I'm sitting here in my kitchen on a lovely Fall day full of this same rage.

Some have mentioned why the Governor hasn't spoken, not that I want this creep on my TV. But I *do* think it's time for the citizens of this state to take SOME action. What, I don't know.

How about beginning with hints on how to avoid being a victim? It's a damn shame but I think advice to avoid standing too long in one place, ie to present a moving target, might be a start. I'm also furious that late last week the police ASSURED us that school children are safe.

I guess what I'm saying in my rage is it's about time Maryland citizens STOP making themselves sitting duck targets. I don't know whether Maryland citizens will send their kids tomorrow. I'm thinking they shouldn't. My one and only child is grown so it's not an issue with me. But I'm starting to get real mad that they keep having press conferences without the suave-haired Glendenning showing up to what? Maybe help keep the peace? Maybe show that our government cares? This lackadaisical attitude is starting to infuriate me.

I have a grade school near by and I would probably ask the principal if I could stay within the area with a pair of binoculars and watch for any suspicious vehicles. The answer back would probably be "no". They don't need strangers asking to help. If I was the principal, I would do it myself before school lets out. The way the area is laid out there's only a few escape route out of here.
I live in one of the safest communities according to statistics and it's more because it's so hard to get out of here than it's because we have one of the highest amount of CCW licensees in Texas.

If law enforcement can’t handle this, it’s time for citizens to get involved -- as in militia. I’ve talked to neighbors, co-workers and friends and we’re ready to donate money towards our defense. Problem is … we’re a white color crowd and hire people to mow our lawns – we don’t like getting “dirty.” We stay PC to get promoted at our government (or government related) jobs. We’ve taken all the touchy feely briefings at our job so we’re afraid to say “boo” because we might offend somebody. We’re so busy chasing the “dream” we’re in dreamland. Just wondering how many of us will choose denial rather than wake up to the nightmare… It’s hitting home now

I get this picture of middle-class America as this large dog chained to its doghouse. Every once in a while this little yapping cur-dog comes around, steals something from the big dog's dish, yaps at him, and runs out of range.

One day, possibly real soon, the big dog is going to get pissed off enough to break the chain. Once the chain is broken, the yapping curs are in DEEP trouble