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Originally Posted by Freebase Dali
I'm not sure you actually understand what's being represented by those two signs being side by side...
The left sign implies that people who follow laws will not bring guns to the area, meaning that those who don't, if they choose to, will meet no resistance, as was readily apparent at Sandy Hook.
The right sign implies that if someone was there legally carrying a firearm and able to use it effectively and responsibly, may provide either a deterrent or the resistance necessary to save lives until the police finally roll in.
I'm astounded that this isn't simple logic understood by all. It's not making a case that little kids should be walking around kindergarten with guns all willy-nilly... It's making a case that trained, responsible individuals should be allowed to protect those who cannot protect themselves. Why does everyone think the argument is about just saying "Oh yea, no problem, everyone bring guns to school! More guns equals more protection no matter who is carrying them!!!!".
It's not and never has been about that.
If you're OK with police having guns for the protection of the public, you should be ok with them, or civilian equivalents, standing guard for the safety of them in schools as well. Not agreeing with that makes even less sense than what you're insinuating.
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My comment was a bit of a juggle with the concept of tragedy, but fair enough I see where you're coming from.
There are a few problems concerning the sign. First, firearms on premises near children would be an issue and could result in accidents. Personally I wouldn't feel safe sending a child somewhere with an aggressive sign that could cause complications on either side. It's not an encouraging atmosphere for children, also considering the paranoia of the situation, and the accessibility to firearms are significantly heightened. The sign doesn't actually clearly state any prohibition of firearms, which again, does not enforce a safe atmosphere regarding.
In prospect this promotes further acceptance of firearms that I believe should be fought against. The sign promotes a negative connotation by instigating that a general statement of harm will result in a dangerous, life threatening situation.