The massacre that took place in Norway is totally unfathomable. Not only did the killing spree go on for hours, the police were slow to respond.
But, more to the point, the police in Norway are not allowed to carry guns. In fact, the police need a special permit in order to carry a gun. So, if the police are not equipped to deal with violent crimes, then who is? Or does Norway believe that there will be no violent crimes in their country?
Well, hopefully Norway will realize that they live in a violent world. And while no one wants to be held prisoner in their own home for fear of crime, maybe they will realize that the police do need to carry guns.
Maybe Norway will take this event to heart and properly equip their law enforcement officers for violent crimes as it is only going to get worse. But, sadly, they will probable just declare this to be an isolated event and maintain their status quo.