GETTING SERIOUS

Criminals have been getting released due to Covid-19 and they’re out doing what they do best: robbing and assaulting innocent citizens. Bail reform laws in some states require criminals to be released right after they’re arrested with no bail set. Many times, they’re out committing more crimes before the officers can complete the paperwork on the first arrest. Many jurisdictions provide sanctuary to career criminals in this country illegally so they can’t be deported.

Anarchists are burning and looting. Rioters are blocking roads. People are being pulled from their cars and are being beaten. If you don’t believe that, then you need to turn the channel and see what’s really happening. Politicians have ordered their police departments to stand down and are endorsing the criminals’ acts, saying we have to let these people express their discontent.

Funds are being cut from police departments. Officers are retiring in record numbers. Those who stay are hesitant to get involved for fear of ending up on videos aired on the propaganda networks posing as news outlets. Young people are being indoctrinated to believing there’s widespread racism in our police departments, while the real problem—cultural violence—is being ignored. All of these factors affect your everyday carry decisions. Everyday carry is not about choosing the right watch band to match your cuff links. Yes, some EDC items will remain rather benign. The maps app on your cell phone can help you navigate the twists and turns of your day. And your wireless ear buds will keep you blissfully unaware of potential threats around you. So, you can listen to your favorite tunes as you walk into harm’s way.