The Guardian flips out

[MicroBalrog]

Do what Israel does in the territories. Arm the EMTs.

[The Annoyed Man]

Do what Israel does in the territories. Arm the EMTs.

I can't even imagine the shitstorm that would follow a decision like that. Personally, I'd have the ambulances escorted by an armored vehicle or two, armed with a .50 cal on the roof. Anyone throw a stone, and the EMT's will be working overtime...

[MicroBalrog]

Do what Israel does in the territories. Arm the EMTs.

I can't even imagine the shitstorm that would follow a decision like that. Personally, I'd have the ambulances escorted by an armored vehicle or two, armed with a .50 cal on the roof. Anyone throw a stone, and the EMT's will be working overtime...

So wait... in your country, deploying mechanized infantry with the EMTs is politically viable, giving the EMT's an M1 carbine each is not?

[The Annoyed Man]

Do what Israel does in the territories. Arm the EMTs.

I can't even imagine the shitstorm that would follow a decision like that. Personally, I'd have the ambulances escorted by an armored vehicle or two, armed with a .50 cal on the roof. Anyone throw a stone, and the EMT's will be working overtime...

So wait... in your country, deploying mechanized infantry with the EMTs is politically viable, giving the EMT's an M1 carbine each is not?

That is even worse. I just said what I'd want to see. Considering the times we are living in, plus the fact that we had an old law that prevented the military from assisting in police work overturned, I wouldn't be surprised if we'll see stuff like this. Also, while I'm all in favor for honest people's right to defend themselves, I'd be wary of having the EMT's having a folding stock M1 Carbine on their backs when they are giving first aid. Would be too much of a target for the shitheads. I do support them carrying concealed for when the *expletive deleted*it truly hits the fan though, but I'd prefer to let some hardcore veterans serve as  fire support/escort for them.