The United States--Still Safer than Swaziland!

Since the tragedy in Orlando this last weekend, many people across the world have contacted me asking "Hey, Ted, is the USA still a safe place to visit for holiday?"

My answer: You bet! The United States is safer than Swaziland. It's also safer than Colombia. South Africa. And many more!

Chart via Wikipedia

Sure, you might not want to go to a gay nightclub. Or an elementary school. Or an African American church. Or a theater, perhaps.

But if you do, that's okay too!  Many places have concealed carry laws--thanks to the Republican Party and the National Rifle Association. That means that a Good Guy with a Guy might be nearby to protect you.

But, just to be extra safe, you may want to purchase a kevlar vest before you make your holiday in the good 'ol U.S. of A!  Bullet Blocker--an American Company--has a great assortment of vests, backpacks and other safety products that will take the worry out of your USA travel plans. They even have kid sizes! You can even buy a bulletproof case for your iPad! Now that's being prepared.

The NRA Resurrects Bert the Turtle for New School Safety Video

Clip from "Duck, Return Fire," a new NRA-sponsored
school safety video.

In light of the recent mass shootings in America, most recently at an Oregon high school, the National Rifle Association has teamed up with the U.S. Civil Defense to educate Americans on what must be done to end the violence.  The solution, of course, is more guns.  Arm the children, says the NRA.

The NRA decided to bring back Bert the Turtle from the old 1951 Civil Defense film.  Bert is a lovable turtle who saved countless lives during the Cold War by teaching the "Duck and Cover" drills.

"It was Bert the Turtle who won the Cold War," said Wayne LaPierre at a recent press conference. "Now, Bert is going to help us win the war against bad guys with guns."

Instead of telling students to duck and cover, Bert now tells them to "duck and return fire."  It's a great plan that can only lead to success.  Check out the video below.