Fortunately, there have been no shootings on college campuses in a while, but the issue of allowing students and faculty members to carry firearms hasn’t gone away. Should it be permitted or not?
In today’s Martin Center article, William Gilmore argues that, on balance, the benefits of allowing campus carry outweigh the risks.
Gilmore writes:
One of the primary reasons proponents advocate for guns on college campuses is the potential to improve personal safety. With incidents of campus shootings and violence becoming an increasing concern, allowing law-abiding, trained individuals to carry firearms could act as a deterrent to potential attackers. In a crisis situation, armed individuals could respond swiftly, potentially minimizing the harm caused by an active shooter.
Read the whole thing.