This would be an awesome Trainedband
The Trainedband was the earliest colonial militia tactical
unit. Their purpose was to protect the other colonists. Every man over a
certain age was required to join and serve in some capacity. My ancestor, and
early American colonist Daniel Burgess, was an armorer for his Trainedband. The
term fell out of use in the 1700s.
Perhaps we need this today, our neighborhoods
are not safe for children, our schools need additional security, many of our
public places are hunting grounds for criminals. Trainedbands of law abiding
citizens could assist police and be a valuable part of overall security. They could provide the trained observers and
become witnesses which helps solve crimes. Some selected members could provide
an armed deterrent or armed response to crime. This would not be a great change
to current public policy and law, it would be a modest expansion of concealed
carry. This expansion is necessary for
the Trainedband to protect itself and victim or potential victims of crime and
terrorism. 
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