Gun Control & RKBA
In reply to the discussion: Would-be robber shot and killed by intended victim in west Houston, police say [View all]PTWB
(4,131 posts)The indisputable fact is that if you choose to be compliant in the face of a deadly threat from a violent, armed attacker, you're allowing that attacker to decide whether you live or die.
You are arguing that statistically, the odds are better if a victim chooses to comply, but that doesnt change the indisputable fact that the armed attacker ultimately makes the decision whether or not he murders the victim.
Im not nearly as rigid in my thinking as you, nor am I married to some specific dogma. I can envision scenarios that I would not have an opportunity to defend myself from an attacker or multiple attackers and where compliance would be my best option.
I can just as easily envision scenarios where Id have a window of opportunity to defend myself.
At the end of the day I am confident in my abilities and instincts. Ive practiced with my carry weapon to the point that I am proficient and comfortable. I can draw quickly and shoot accurately.
Do you suggest that my life experiences, background, athleticism, and my training, give me the same chances of a successful resistance as, say, an untrained, frail, and elderly person? Or teenager? Or even a young adult who has no training at all?
This is one of the reasons that I strongly advocate for minimum standards for concealed carry licenseseveryone who makes the choice to carry a weapon should be trained to the point of proficiency with it.