When it comes to guns, the discussion can get fiery. While the pun is not intended, it’s a fact.

Because there are the “God, guns and Bible” people. Gun rights are as revered as their faith.

You have others who support gun ownership for both personal safety and recreational use. A portion keep their gun(s) at home. Others prefer conceal and carry; some open carry.

We have gun owners who want responsible gun laws. This group supports legislative efforts to enforce or implement gun control. Then there’s the opposite, which are the people who think laws equate to taking guns or eradicating the right to bear arms.

But don’t forget the crowd who doesn’t embrace gun ownership at all.

I know folks from all of the above, sis. 

No matter what end of the spectrum you’re on, the Second Amendment is real-- and a right. We can’t evade such an important topic because of emotional responses and the vast differences of beliefs. Often when the issue of guns comes up, people’s minds can shift in particular directions. From fear, to violence in our communities. The issue of school shootings. Gunfire used as revenge, versus conflict resolution. Guns in the hand of a domestic abuser. The list could go on. 

And yes, all of those issues are grave concerns that deserve our collective attention and intervention. Yet, we shouldn’t gloss over the reality that we can own a gun -- and should be responsible gun owners if we choose. However, there is a demographic that is often swept over in the discussion.

Women. Especially Black women. That's why I'm chopping it up with today’s guest.

RaShaun Ja’Nee is the co-founder of Pretty Pistols Posse. Their slogan may be "Girls Just Want to Have Guns”, but the group goes beyond that. They offer learning opportunities such as basic handgun fundamentals, safety, private range lessons and educate women on other protective measures. The posse is also a sisterhood, that focuses on personal empowerment and community engagement.

Listen in for more.