Hmmmm....

I don't think there is an equivalent of the NRA here in Mexico.  Of course, we get our guns directly from the source.

I have no idea if this program is successful, but it is endorsed by the state and federal governments.  As I have written many times before, armed guards, police and military are common sights here and rarely does one feel intimidated or really even notice.  Of course, there are times when one says, "Holy Full Riot Gear, Batman," and one definitely takes notice.  I hasten to add, Oaxaca is fairly isolated from the violence in other parts of Mexico.  I wonder if restrictive gun laws passed in El Norte would have a major effect on life here.  I guess we don't need to worry about that ever happening, but it is an interesting question.  Plus, the guns are already here, there and everywhere.
I do like the image.