Law enforcement groups also are concerned with what they see as lax training standards. They point out that officers are required to undergo training at regular intervals throughout a year. They spend a lot of time learning how and when to use their weapons to ensure safety.

Under the concealed carry bill, people would undergo training once, in a 22-hour course, with a permit good for five years and no further training needed for permit renewal.

It is sad that people who have never touched a handgun for defensive purposes come up with these ridiculous claims.

1. It has not been a problem in other states. Are Wisconsin residents idiots to these newspaper people?
2. Officers have many, many more contacts that require the use of a weapon. The average citizen will not.

This article was the rant of a hoplophobic reporter who is too afraid to put their name to it. Too bad, if we knew we could get them treatment from their phobias.