How many more before we call for arming teachers? The active shooter incident in Minneapolis is just another tragic reminder that our schools are not safe. We've seen this cycle too many times: a shooting occurs, the media goes into overdrive, and then it fades away until the next one happens.

Politicians make empty promises about "thoughts and prayers" while doing nothing to address the root causes of gun violence. Now, I'm not calling for banning all guns tomorrow -- that's unrealistic and naive. But let's be honest: arming teachers isn't a perfect solution either.

It's flawed, it's risky, and it could go terribly wrong in the hands of an untrained person. Yet, what are we left with if not this? We can't afford to wait for more lives lost before we act. The facts on the ground tell us that active shooter scenarios can unfold incredibly quickly.

The KSTP report mentions witnesses saying it happened "in a blink. " In those moments, every second counts. If teachers were trained and equipped, could they have made a difference?

Or are we better off leaving them as helpless bystanders? The alternative is to continue the status quo of relying on police who often arrive too late or aren't adequately prepared for these situations. The massive police response in Minneapolis shows how overwhelmed first responders can be when these incidents happen.

We need multiple layers of defense, and teachers could provide that crucial early intervention. Who here thinks it's acceptable to do nothing more than hope and pray while our schools remain sitting ducks? Who's brave enough to argue against giving trained educators a fighting chance to protect their students?

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