Kudos to Kristina Marie

Kudos to Kristina Marie (and this newspaper for publishing her story).  While for a bunch of reasons I don’t advocate getting a gun for protection (particularly a handgun), education and some level of skill is required for those that have firearms. Introductory and beginner’s classes, which she cites, are all about safety! I believe that should be a requirement for all sexes.  The actual shooting comes next, which is also safety focused.  Knowledge and experience are Key words to avoid accidents. Hopefully more municipalities will realize this and not try to close ranges because of “gun phobia”.

–Robert Harley, Castro Valley