CLEAN : In Utopia and elsewhere in Texas, school teachers carry guns

The speaker initially felt uncomfortable with the policy of allowing teachers to carry weapons in schools. However, due to recent shootings, their perspective changed, and they now support the policy. They emphasize the importance of quick response times in emergencies, especially in remote communities far from law enforcement. The presence of armed staff is seen as a deterrent to potential threats. The speaker also shares a personal connection to the community and believes in proper training for using weapons responsibly.

What is the speaker's overall stance on the use of weapons as a tool for protection?

In what way does the speaker compare their students to their own children?