In Louisiana, where crime rates have placed three of our cities among the nation's most dangerous, the call for effective self-defense measures has never been louder. Gov. Jeff Landry has highlighted crime as a pressing issue, necessitating our immediate action to empower law-abiding citizens.
The case for constitutional carry in our state is clear: Individuals shouldn't need governmental permission to protect themselves and their loved ones. Neighboring states such as Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Missouri and Kentucky already recognize this right, underscoring that self-defense is a fundamental liberty, not a bureaucratic privilege.
Read more: Sen. Blake Miguez: Embracing constitutional carry for a safer Louisiana
