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Blinded With Vision or Vision With Blinders?

Blinded With Vision or Vision With Blinders? I originally shared this blog post February 25, 2015. Since then, it's become readily apparent it's in need of a significant update/amendment. The rationale for being "Blinded with Vision" rests in the aftermath of shooting massacres, schools included, and the advocacy that arises as a direct result.  Some advocates push agendas/policies based in their own personal experiences. In a February 27, 2015 article , NPR talked about proposed legislation wending its way through the Colorado State Legislature that  year that would allow anyone with a concealed carry permit to do so on any school campus. That's right......ANY school campus: elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, colleges, and universities. ANY school campus! My initial reaction to this was along the lines of WTF???  That being said, I've been told by any number of pro-gun advocates I'm too close to this issue (Columbine parent....two ...