Another shooting on an American campus, this time at Northern Illinois University. News reports confirm that at least five people are dead, including the gunman.

But the question that always arises after such tragedies is what can be done? Illinois has strict gun control laws. NIU is, in fact, a “gun-free” zone. So was Virginia Tech, where last April a mentally disturbed student murdered 32 people and wounded dozens more.

Are “gun-free” zones invitations to shooters? Should states allow more people to carry guns for self-defense? Should colleges and universities allow professors and students to arm themselves?

Via Instapundit, two sides make their point at RedBlueAmerica.

Plus, an interview at Newsweek with Students for Concealed Carry.

Tags: IL

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