Patrick discusses Poland's bold move to introduce compulsory gun training in elementary schools. He talks about the reasons behind this decision, given the ongoing threat of Russian aggression, and shares heartfelt and thought-provoking perspectives from listeners. Is it for safety, preparation, or something more unsettling?

 

• Poland has become the first EU country to introduce compulsory gun & shooting classes in all its elementary schools. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Polish state wants to familiarize all kids from a young age with weapons.  (00:33)
• John - I think you are being harsh on the Polish government. As a 7th grader, I had a firearms safety course. We brought our guns to school. Urban culture is different from rural culture. (09:04 )
• Mark - I learned how to use a gun at 12. I don't see a problem with this if you know that God's greatest gift is life. (13:36)
• Sandra - I think Poland is being proactive. It is hard for us to understand this in the US. (27:48)
• Andreas - I think we have to stand with our fellow Catholics in Poland and support them doing this with their kids. It is a defensive posture. (40:35)