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Triman 19, I spent 30 years behind the badge and have always supported the rights of citizens to carry firearms. To say that military members should not carry due to the possible PTSD based on your own personal experienced isn't a rational argument.
I was in Florida when the CCW laws were passed. The anti-gun crowd screamed that there would be blood flowing in the streets as ccw holders slapped leather and shot it out over traffic accidents and minor disagreements.
It never happened.
Use of Force Training similar to what civilians receive in many states prior to being issued a concealed carry license can easily be given to troops.
I have heard the argument that only LEOs should carry weapons countless times over the years. And I have been in countries where only LEOs carry. God help us if we ever go down that road.
Robert Heinlein said "An armed society is a polite society".
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