I am for it. In Oregon, you need to take a class before you can apply so you do need to put in a bit of time before they just hand you one. The county also completely checks your background both at the state and national levels and look for any arrests or blemishes. If a permit holder does get arrested, it is likely the permit will get taken away.

People that have concealed permits are very law abiding and responsible. Sure, there is the 1% or less that get into trouble, but it takes a lot of responsibility to carry and most are level headed.

Normally, some people that don't know this automatically think that pistol permits are appalling because ANYONE can get one. Bottom line is that there are a lot of nut jobs out there that don't give a shit about you and would have no problem taking your life for the $20 in your wallet. If I have a clean record and am responsible, then I have the right to defend myself, family, and friends against a possible untimely end.

I have also taken numerous concealed handgun live fire courses to be more effective and comfortable..... and practice practice practice!

You don't have to worry about me and my lawfully carried concealed weapon, you have to worry about the criminals that are unlawfully carrying one.

edited... My copy and paste skills messed up the original post.