Policies that Created the Parkland Shooter; KelTec PMR 30 Report: Gun Talk Radio | 9.29.19 C

Published on September 30, 2019
Duration: 43:56

This episode of Gun Talk Radio features a discussion with Andrew Pollock, father of Parkland shooting victim Meadow Pollack, about his book 'Why Meadow Died.' Pollock argues that politically correct school policies, rather than firearms, were the root cause of the tragedy. The discussion also touches on gun rights advocacy, legal battles over gun control measures in Oklahoma and Washington State, and practical advice on firearm safety and self-defense.

Quick Summary

Andrew Pollock's book 'Why Meadow Died' argues that politically correct school policies, including leniency towards disruptive students and reduced accountability, created an environment that endangered students and contributed to the Parkland tragedy, rather than focusing solely on firearms. The discussion also covers gun rights advocacy and legal battles over gun control measures.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Crimson Trace Laser Saddle Ad
  2. 00:28Introduction to Gun Talk Radio
  3. 00:46Parkland Shooting and 'Why Meadow Died' Book
  4. 01:42Interview with Andrew Pollock
  5. 04:01Analysis of School Policies
  6. 07:16California's Student Discipline Laws
  7. 07:43School Security Failures at Parkland
  8. 12:12Book Promotion: 'Why Meadow Died'
  9. 12:28Smith & Wesson Model 610 Ad
  10. 12:59Bill of Rights vs. Bill of Needs
  11. 14:12Ducks Unlimited Segment
  12. 14:57Black Hills Ammunition Ad
  13. 15:29Long-Range Hunting and Rangefinders
  14. 20:00257 Weatherby Magnum Ballistics
  15. 21:37Evolution of Rangefinding Technology
  16. 23:00Grizzly Bear Attack in Montana
  17. 23:31Oklahoma Constitutional Carry Update
  18. 25:07Washington State Gun Laws Update
  19. 29:57Sig Sauer Ad
  20. 30:31Concealed Carry Training
  21. 31:12Gun Talk Giveaway Ad
  22. 32:05Brownells.com Ad
  23. 32:45Strategies for Gun Rights Advocacy
  24. 37:49Kel-Tec PMR-30 Discussion
  25. 39:21Recap and Call to Action
  26. 40:43Self-Defense Training Importance
  27. 41:47Colonel Cooper's Color Codes
  28. 43:33Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main arguments presented in the book 'Why Meadow Died' regarding the Parkland school shooting?

The book 'Why Meadow Died' by Andrew Pollock argues that politically correct school policies, such as reduced accountability for student misconduct and the dismantling of the school-to-prison pipeline, created an environment that endangered students and contributed to the Parkland tragedy, rather than focusing solely on firearms.

How did school policies in Broward County allegedly contribute to the Parkland shooting?

According to Andrew Pollock, Broward County schools implemented policies that reduced suspensions and expulsions for at-risk youth, allowing students to commit misdemeanors without significant consequences. This created a culture of leniency and made it difficult to involve law enforcement, allegedly failing to address the shooter's escalating behavior.

What is 'Constitutional Carry' and what is happening with it in Oklahoma?

Constitutional Carry allows individuals to carry a handgun without a permit. In Oklahoma, the legislature passed this law, but a lawsuit filed by the Oklahoma Second Amendment Foundation is challenging the validity of signatures gathered for a potential ballot referendum to repeal it.

What new gun laws were recently enacted in Washington State?

In Washington State, a referendum redefined most autoloading rifles as assault weapons. This led to new regulations requiring purchasers to be 21, implementing waiting periods and enhanced background checks, and mandating firearms safety courses.

What advice is given regarding self-defense and situational awareness?

The importance of situational awareness, often referred to as Colonel Cooper's color codes (e.g., staying in 'Yellow' alert status), is emphasized. It's stressed that self-defense involves more than just marksmanship, including movement, avoidance, and strategic decision-making.

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