Howdy Partner, Hold Your Horses on the 2022 Texas School Shootin' Roundup
Look, nobody wants to talk about this. School shootings are about as welcome as a sidewinder at a picnic. But you moseyed on in here asking, and well, there's no point in sugar-coating a cactus, right? So, saddle up, we're gonna take a quick ride through the dusty stats of 2022.
The Not-So-Grand Tally
Now, how many exactly? Well, that depends on who you ask. There's a bunch of folks trackin' these incidents, and their numbers sometimes vary more than a jackrabbit in a dust storm. But hold onto your Stetsons, because in 2022, Texas saw a doozy of a number: we're talkin' in the ballpark of 23 school shootings. Ouch. That's more than a rattlesnake in every boot.
But Wait, There's More (Unfortunately)
Here's the real kick in the chaps: Texas didn't exactly lead the pack in 2023. Nope, that dubious honor goes to California and Ohio, who tied with a whopping 25 each. Seems like school shootings are becoming more common than bluebonnets in spring, and that ain't somethin' to brag about.
The Silver Lining (Maybe?)
Now, before you start stockpiling sunscreen and headin' for the nearest deserted island, there might be a glimmer of hope (smaller than a prairie dog, but still...). See, these numbers track all incidents involving a firearm on school grounds. That means it could be anything from a forgetful fella leaving his huntin' rifle in his truck to a full-blown tragedy.
The Call to Action (Because We Gotta Do Something)
Here's the point, partner: whether it's one or twenty-three, every school shooting is one too many. We gotta do better. We need to focus on mental health resources, stricter gun control measures (within reason, we still need to protect ourselves from varmints!), and just plain old teachin' our young'uns about conflict resolution skills that don't involve blastin' away with a six-shooter.
So, there you have it. The not-so-bright side of Texas school shootings in 2022. Let's hope 2024 shapes up to be a year with more rodeos and less shootouts.
