Now there is an uphill battle! Trying to re-educate U of M students that their government can not really take care of them. The State and the media have spent years convincing the populous that "BIG government is better." "BIG government can take care of you." "It is good that a large percentage of your earnings should support our BIG government." "Look at all the good things that BIG government does for you." It is a cultural thing, like putting loons on everything. That's my opinion, based on 39 years of Minnesoda residency. I moved. No longer a 612-er. I am a graduate of the U of M.
Learning has not taken place until behavior is changed. To get this group to support the Second Amendment, and their rights, there must be a perceived need. For now, it is assumed that the campus police will provide instant protection. Therefore, no need for CCW. No need for Second Amendment.
Minnesota has a long process to go through in order to purchase and carry a handgun. As I recall, a permit from the county sheriff, or local police was necessary in order to purchase a handgun. To carry a handgun, comprehensive, professional training is needed. A person in Minnesota that has obtained the privilege to carry a concealed firearm will have been educated in how to use, when to use, and when not to use a firearm. This education usually comes at a high price, but not as high priced as ignorance. To my knowledge, no CCW "incidents" have taken place in Minnesota.
I am sure that the U of M officials feel that their campus is safe, secure and gun free. After all, there are signs posted. All the bad people would heed the signs. It is the "Minnesota NICE" thing to do. Besides, I do not recall there being a 27 story clock tower on campus. Bad things just don't happened there, ya sure, you betcha!
The media in the Twin Cities is really a treat. I remember it being anti gun, anti military, anti conservative, anti big business, anti farm, anti property owner, and pro liberal socialist we are soooo wonderful. Seeing the posture of the news lady, I see that not much has changed since I left. I don't miss their propaganda.
An uphill battle is this worthy quest. To stand our ground and protect the rest. To bring understanding to the ones that will hear, though it may take a bit over a year. Recapture the liberty we let slip away, keeping big government on it's toes and at bay. (My propaganda)
Good work Oleg! Essayons!