RSSIt looks like Ol’ Fred has finally succumbed to dementia. First he praises cops and now this.
You used to be able to count on Fred researching a subject he is commenting on. He is obviously negligent here.
Very pathetic and very sad. A giant in the land of wordsmiths has digressed to a babbling, mental midget.
Depending on your gender, age and physical condition, there a few options, like pepper spray, to defend oneself where gun laws don’t allow you to carry. If you’re young enough and/or still fit, make sure to always wear a nice thick leather belt with a significant buckle. Just like a LONG KEY CHAIN, you’ll be surprised how nasty of a weapon it can get after a couple of slashes to the face and head. Another thing is long sturdy pens, yes pens, which can stab anyone in the neck, face, groin and legs, and can be held in your pocket. Of course there are knives, screwdrivers, and baseball bats you can use, but you’ll have some explaining to do if the perp(s) end up being the “victim”. The others on the other hand will look as improvised self-defense weapons and won’t make you look like the aggressor. Even carrying a mostly empty bottle of wine in a backpack can turn the situation quickly in your favor after it gets smashed…Food for thoughts, again, if you don’t have the option to carry, or don't want to deal with assault charges. The best of course is to play complete attention at all times…