Getting a License To Carry has become a hot topic because of recent events. A self-proclaimed authority has claimed all LTC holders are trained and have a duty to defend others...
Number 1, LTC courses are NOT training courses anymore than going to the DPS to get your driver's license is Driving School. LTC courses evaluate your shooting skills and introduce you to weapon safety, weapon laws, use of force, and non-violent dispute resolution. It's your responsibility to follow up and continue your education.
~Number 2, YOU HAVE NO DUTY TO ACT. Think about that long and hard. If you do decide to intervene; there is no "toe in the water" to test the temp. If you decide to act because there is no other choice for you; it's all in to win. If you are hesitant you may create more problems just like a good intentioned person who tries to rescue a drowning victim only to drown themselves along with the person they were saving.
Am I trying to discourage you? No, no I am not. I do need you to look at yourself and make a honest self-assessment. Many who talk the talk are absent when it's time to walk the walk.
There's three times that require absolute honesty; to God, to your family, and to YOURSELF. No bravado, no chest thumping, no flag waving I'muh gonna start killin &&^%%. Carrying a gun and deadly force are serious business. It's not a game nor is it to be taken lightly.
The only defense to the terrorist acts that we have all witnessed is me and people like me. I can't be present at all these incidents, but the more people I and my fellow instructors train the better our odds are. I don't say this to be a braggart, but a realist. I've made the decision long ago I'm expendable when it comes to saving lives and stopping evil.
I've made peace with my maker and while I want to live and thrive; I'm prepared to go into harm's way so others may live. If you want the tools to protect yourself and those you love; I'm all in to help you. If you only want to test the waters; you're wasting my time and your own.
Number 1, LTC courses are NOT training courses anymore than going to the DPS to get your driver's license is Driving School. LTC courses evaluate your shooting skills and introduce you to weapon safety, weapon laws, use of force, and non-violent dispute resolution. It's your responsibility to follow up and continue your education.
~Number 2, YOU HAVE NO DUTY TO ACT. Think about that long and hard. If you do decide to intervene; there is no "toe in the water" to test the temp. If you decide to act because there is no other choice for you; it's all in to win. If you are hesitant you may create more problems just like a good intentioned person who tries to rescue a drowning victim only to drown themselves along with the person they were saving.
Am I trying to discourage you? No, no I am not. I do need you to look at yourself and make a honest self-assessment. Many who talk the talk are absent when it's time to walk the walk.
There's three times that require absolute honesty; to God, to your family, and to YOURSELF. No bravado, no chest thumping, no flag waving I'muh gonna start killin &&^%%. Carrying a gun and deadly force are serious business. It's not a game nor is it to be taken lightly.
The only defense to the terrorist acts that we have all witnessed is me and people like me. I can't be present at all these incidents, but the more people I and my fellow instructors train the better our odds are. I don't say this to be a braggart, but a realist. I've made the decision long ago I'm expendable when it comes to saving lives and stopping evil.
I've made peace with my maker and while I want to live and thrive; I'm prepared to go into harm's way so others may live. If you want the tools to protect yourself and those you love; I'm all in to help you. If you only want to test the waters; you're wasting my time and your own.
