This comes in from The Tennessean, more women in TN are signing up for concealed weapon permits than ever.

“Why should we not have something to protect ourselves?” said Oonk, the Tennessee representative for the Second Amendment Sisters, a national organization promoting female gun ownership. “Why should we let someone else have their way, when you could protect yourself?

Real Estate Agent Kim Hoard says -

“I have strangers in my car every day, I meet strangers in empty houses all day long. For me, it seems like the logical step to protect myself.”

Its good to see that some people are understanding the utility of carrying a concealed pistol. It is especially important for women, who are often preyed upon by stalkers and criminals with no protection other than calling 911.

Hat Tips to Say Uncle and Of Arms and the Law