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Another vicious attack raises again the question of why so many politicians resist the idea of schools having at least some employees armed and ready to defend children. This week a shooter at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Ore., killed four and wounded two others. Fortunately, the killer and his deadly rampage were stopped—several minutes before police arrived—by an armed father who happened to be nearby. Liz Kreutz, Minyvonne Burke and Leah Nagy report for NBC: Kaylub Giamanco was driving home from lunch when he heard gunshots and saw a gunman entering the Oregon elementary school his two young daughters attend. The 36-year-old carpenter ran into the school and killed the teenage suspect. Not for the first time, the world has benefited greatly from a bearded, 30-something carpenter who was willing to confront evil. But why should students and teachers have to rely on good fortune and courageous passersby for security? At CBS News Kerry Breen has more on the indispensable dad: A statement released by Giamanco’s family on Friday said, “He is not seeking recognition, but instead wishes to express his gratitude to the first responders, school personnel, and community for the outpouring of love and support.”
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