Why does elected leadership try to limit where some of the most law abiding and well vetted citizens carry a gun.

Gun free zones are just big welcome mats for criminals and those who want to harm to others. It's all backwards, think about it... Gun free zones allow someone with ill intent to progress further during an active shooter event and depend upon police response time to limit casualties. Stupid, stupid, stupid idea!!!

Politicians should instead be making laws that allow concealed carry citizens to carry in as many places as possible. Even provide optional classes for concealed carry citizens to improve their shooting skills and provide instruction for them on how to engage an active shooter.  We all would be safer.