Campus Rape Victim Amanda Collins Responds to Colorado State Rep. Joe Salazar

Published on February 20, 2013
Duration: 14:45

Amanda Collins, a survivor of sexual assault, shares her experience and critiques policies that create gun-free zones on college campuses. She argues that such zones disarm potential victims, making them easier targets for perpetrators. Collins highlights the ineffectiveness of alternative safety measures like call boxes and safe zones when faced with violent crime, emphasizing the firearm as an equalizer against physical disparity.

Quick Summary

Gun-free zones on college campuses are problematic because they disarm law-abiding citizens, making them vulnerable targets for criminals who ignore such restrictions. Survivor Amanda Collins argues these zones ensure perpetrators are 'unmatched' when selecting victims, as potential victims are unable to defend themselves effectively. Carrying a firearm on campus, even with a permit, carries severe legal penalties in places like Colorado.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Campus Carry Debate
  2. 00:13Colorado's Campus Carry Law and Proposed Ban
  3. 00:39Critique of Arguments Against Campus Carry
  4. 01:09Amanda Collins' Personal Experience and Frustration
  5. 01:45False Sense of Security from Safety Measures
  6. 01:56University of Northern Colorado Attack Details
  7. 02:14Attack Occurred in a 'Safe Zone'
  8. 02:32Gun-Free Zones Benefit Perpetrators
  9. 02:51Proximity to Police Cruisers During Attack
  10. 03:13Why Police Presence Didn't Help
  11. 03:37Frustration with Handing Over Protection
  12. 03:50Offensive Comments Targeting Female Students
  13. 04:13Dismissal of Women's Gut Instinct
  14. 04:37Attacker's Multiple Victims
  15. 04:51Raped at Gunpoint in a Gun-Free Zone
  16. 05:16Attacker on Death Row
  17. 05:23Preventing Future Attacks by Carrying
  18. 05:44Concealed Carry License Holder Unable to Carry on Campus
  19. 05:52Legal Ramifications of Carrying on Campus
  20. 06:21Consequences for Victim vs. Perpetrator
  21. 06:53Legislated into Being a Victim
  22. 07:10University Allowed Carry After Third Murder
  23. 07:30Contingencies for Carrying on Campus
  24. 07:49Second Amendment vs. First Amendment Rights
  25. 08:12Denial of Dignity and Self-Protection
  26. 08:31Disagreement with Politicians on Safety
  27. 08:51Same Person On and Off Campus
  28. 09:05Arbitrary Line and Non-Law Abiding Citizen Status
  29. 09:15Targeting of Young Women as Helpless
  30. 09:35Attitude of Criminals Towards Gun-Free Zones
  31. 09:41Studies on Criminal Preferences
  32. 10:15Martial Arts vs. Firearm Equalizer
  33. 10:37Critique of 'Learn Judo' Advice
  34. 10:46Buddy System and Parking Garage Attack
  35. 11:24Grabbed From Behind
  36. 11:29Lack of Media Requests for Her Story
  37. 11:43Piers Morgan Declined Interview
  38. 12:04Nikki Goer's Outreach to The Today Show
  39. 12:35Media Bias: Victims Supporting Gun Control Get Heard
  40. 12:56Victims Not Supporting Gun Control Silenced
  41. 13:12Appalling Piers Morgan's Refusal
  42. 13:55Gratitude for Platform
  43. 14:25Personal Update: Expecting Second Child

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are gun-free zones on college campuses problematic for self-defense?

Gun-free zones disarm law-abiding citizens, making them vulnerable targets for criminals who do not abide by laws. As survivor Amanda Collins explains, these zones ensure perpetrators are 'unmatched' when they select victims, as potential victims are unable to defend themselves effectively.

What are the legal consequences for carrying a firearm on a Colorado college campus?

Even with a concealed carry license, carrying a firearm on a Colorado college campus is illegal. This can result in losing one's concealed carry permit, facing jail time, expulsion from school, and the loss of one's education, as experienced by Amanda Collins.

How do alternative safety measures compare to firearms for self-defense?

According to sexual assault survivor Amanda Collins, measures like call boxes, safe zones, and whistles are often ineffective against determined attackers. She emphasizes that a firearm is the only true equalizer against a physically larger assailant in a dangerous situation.

Why do some victims of violent crime advocate against stricter gun control?

Many victims, like Amanda Collins, believe that the ability to carry a firearm is crucial for their personal safety and the safety of others. They argue that disarming law-abiding citizens does not deter criminals and instead leaves potential victims defenseless against violent crime.

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