OMFG! TEXAS THE STATE THAT LOVES GUNS MORE THAN KIDS MANDATES A GUN IN EVERY SCHOOL

    

OMFG! TEXAS THE STATE THAT LOVES GUNS MORE THAN KIDS MANDATES A GUN IN EVERY SCHOOL

OMFG! Texas, the state that loves guns more than kids, has implemented a new law requiring every public school campus to have an armed guard stationed by September 1st. Because apparently, the solution to gun violence is more guns. 

But let's be real, who needs funding for education when you can spend it on arming schools like they're preparing for a warzone? It's like they're saying, "Hey kids, we can't afford to give you textbooks or pay your teachers a decent wage, but at least you'll have armed guards to protect you from any potential school shooters!" 

And don't even get me started on the private security firms. Are we really going to trust the safety of our children to some random security company that's only in it for the money? I can already see the headlines: "Private Security Firm Hires Convicted Felon as School Guard." 

But back to the topic at hand, it's clear that Texas' love for guns is greater than their love for kids. Governor Greg Abbott rejected calls for gun control despite pleas from parents of children killed in the Uvalde school massacre. Because apparently, the solution to gun violence is more guns. 

And let's not forget the difficulties in meeting the mandate. Many Texas school districts are unable to meet the state's new mandate of having armed officers on every campus due to a lack of funding or police. So what's their solution? Arming more staff and teachers. Because nothing says "quality education" like turning your teachers into armed guards. 

In conclusion, Texas' new law requiring armed guards in every public school campus is a joke. It's time for our leaders to prioritize the safety and education of our children over their love for guns. Until then, I'll be homeschooling my future kids. At least I won't have to worry about them getting caught in a crossfire between a school shooter and an armed guard.

Texas wanted armed officers at every school after Uvalde. Many can't meet that standard https://news.yahoo.com/texas-wanted-armed-officers-every-043238619.html?soc_src=social-sh&soc_trk=tw&tsrc=twtr via @YahooNews 

New law requires armed security at all Texas schools - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZsAkGXGhzk 

THE DEFT DIVE

FROM BING AI

Arming police at schools is a controversial topic that has been debated by educators, policymakers, parents, and students. There are potential pros and cons of having armed officers on school campuses, and the evidence for their effectiveness is mixed. Here is a summary of some of the main arguments and research findings on this issue:

Pros:

• - Arming police at schools may provide an extra layer of protection and safety for students and staff, especially in the event of an active shooter situation. Armed officers may be able to respond faster and more effectively than external law enforcement agencies, and deter potential attackers from targeting schools.
• - Arming police at schools may also enhance the relationship between officers and the school community, as they can serve as mentors, role models, and positive influences for students. Officers may also help prevent or intervene in other forms of violence, such as bullying, gang activity, or drug use.
• - Arming police at schools may be supported by parents and students who feel more comfortable and secure knowing that there is a trained professional who can protect them in case of an emergency. Some surveys have found that a majority of parents and students favor having armed officers in schools.

Cons:

• - Arming police at schools may create a negative or hostile school climate, where students feel less safe, supported, and welcomed. The presence of firearms in schools may also increase the risk of accidental shootings, misuse of weapons, or escalation of conflicts.
• - Arming police at schools may also contribute to the criminalization of student behavior, where minor infractions or disciplinary issues are handled by law enforcement rather than school staff. This may disproportionately affect students of color, students with disabilities, or students from low-income backgrounds, who are more likely to be arrested or referred to the juvenile justice system.
• - Arming police at schools may also be costly and ineffective, as it may divert resources from other educational or preventive programs that could address the root causes of violence or promote social and emotional learning. Some studies have found no association between the presence of armed officers in schools and the reduction of violence or crime.

Sources:

• - [Armed officers in schools: The good, bad, and ugly](^1^)
• - [Armed campus police do not prevent school shootings, research shows](^2^)
• - [Security Expert Answers: Should There be Guns in Schools?](^3^)
• - [Armed security in schools : What the research says](^4^)

Bing, 9/1/2023

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