A politician that gets it

Texas Governor Rick Perry, asked about how to prevent a Virginia Tech-like massacre in Texas, has a simple solution, and is brave enough to state it publicly:

"Perry said he opposes any concealed gun-toting restrictions at all — whether it’s in a hospital, a public school, a beer joint or even the local courthouse."

As reporters began giving examples of places that Texans currently can't carry, Perry stopped them and made it clear that he thinks Texans with carry permits should be able to carry ANYWHERE. When asked why, he stated:

“The last time I checked, putting a sign up that says 'Don’t bring your weapons in here,' someone who has ill intent on their mind — they could care less," Perry told reporters. “I think it makes sense for Texans to be able to protect themselves from deranged individuals, whether they're in church or whether on a college campus or wherever."

Amen, sir. Criminals don't pay any attention to "gun-free zones" (or, as some call them, victim-ensurement zones), because they're CRIMINALS, who break the law anyway. Someone who is going to a place with the intent to do harm isn't going to stop to read, let alone obey, a no-guns sign.

Thanks to Governor Perry for having the common sense and guts to have this position, and to state it so simply and well.