Remember that it's the idea of concealed carry that is drawing many of these first time shooters into these type of basic pistol courses. While I agree that 4" accuracy at 10' is a very low standard, it can be achieved with minimal practice. The fact so many fail it does not mean it should be made easier. Especially when we are talking about shooting in a self defense scenario.
This is becoming a major problem with education in general in this country. If the scores are bad, then make the test easier. Or else grade everyone on a Bell Curve.
Regardless if it's citizens carrying guns, SAT tests, police and fire dept. qualification, the outcome of decades of this constant lowering of standards to accommodate all but everyone, is starting to show in this country. Usually with negative results. We wouldn't think of allowing this in the medical or legal profession. Because the outcome would be disastrous for the patient or client.
I'm for the right to bear arms as much or more than anyone. But the fact is, that in itself doesn't mean anyone who wants to carry one, should. If the people who fail this "test" become discouraged and quit, and sell their handgun, along with giving up on the idea for good, then perhaps that's not entirely a bad thing.
Those who really want to improve enough to pass will practice until they do. This is good for everyone concerned all the way around. Carrying a weapon certainly requires as much or more responsibility as driving a motor vehicle. Both have unintended consequences if not operated properly. We wouldn't want to see standards constantly lowered so most everyone can drive. This should be no different.
This is becoming a major problem with education in general in this country. If the scores are bad, then make the test easier. Or else grade everyone on a Bell Curve.
Regardless if it's citizens carrying guns, SAT tests, police and fire dept. qualification, the outcome of decades of this constant lowering of standards to accommodate all but everyone, is starting to show in this country. Usually with negative results. We wouldn't think of allowing this in the medical or legal profession. Because the outcome would be disastrous for the patient or client.
I'm for the right to bear arms as much or more than anyone. But the fact is, that in itself doesn't mean anyone who wants to carry one, should. If the people who fail this "test" become discouraged and quit, and sell their handgun, along with giving up on the idea for good, then perhaps that's not entirely a bad thing.
Those who really want to improve enough to pass will practice until they do. This is good for everyone concerned all the way around. Carrying a weapon certainly requires as much or more responsibility as driving a motor vehicle. Both have unintended consequences if not operated properly. We wouldn't want to see standards constantly lowered so most everyone can drive. This should be no different.
