In this episode of "A Fresh Perspective," Jeff Charles reacts to a tragic school shooting at Appalachee High School in Georgia, which left four people dead and many others injured. While expressing deep sympathy for the victims, he addresses the all-too-familiar political conversation that arises after such events, particularly the push for gun control measures.
Charles argues that more gun laws won't stop mass shootings because criminals don't follow the law, pointing out that many shootings occur in gun-free zones where people are defenseless.
Charles emphasizes that gun control distracts from more effective solutions like increasing school security with armed personnel, controlling entry points, and allowing trained teachers to carry firearms.
He points to examples where heightened security measures have deterred threats and advocates for similar approaches to protect schools. Throughout the episode, he underscores that focusing solely on gun restrictions misses the larger issue of why these tragedies happen and prevents real discussions about mental health and other root causes.
Another Tragic School Shooting – And the Same Useless Gun Control Debate