Gun-free zones are a magnet for mass murderers, turning everyday spots like schools, malls, and theaters into sitting ducks for psychopaths who crave easy kills. The source text nails it: these no-guns-allowed sanctuaries don’t deter violence—they invite it by guaranteeing a pool of defenseless victims. Just look at the data from the Crime Prevention Research Center: since 1950, 98% of mass public shootings in the U.S. have occurred in places where general citizens are banned from carrying firearms. Think Parkland, Uvalde, or the Pulse nightclub—killers picked those spots precisely because they knew no one could fight back effectively. It’s not rocket science; predators hunt where the prey can’t bite.

This isn’t just a statistic—it’s a damning indictment of politicians and activists who peddle gun-free as safety theater while ignoring the body count. Clever analysis? These zones create a reverse Darwinism: the strong (armed criminals) thrive, while the innocent get culled. Historical context underscores it—post-1990 Gun-Free School Zones Act, school shootings spiked, with attackers explicitly citing the lack of resistance in their manifestos. For the 2A community, the implications are crystal clear: every gun-free sign is a surrender flag, eroding our natural right to self-defense enshrined in the Second Amendment. States like Texas and Florida are pushing back with permitless carry and armed teacher programs, slashing vulnerabilities—proof that empowering citizens works where bans fail.

The push now? Flood your legislators with calls to dismantle these deadly delusions. Arm the good guys, and watch the killers scatter to softer targets abroad. The 2A isn’t about hunting ducks—it’s about ensuring wolves don’t feast on the unarmed. Stay vigilant, stay armed, and keep fighting for zones where innocence stands a fighting chance.