Sheriff Encourages Americans To Buy Guns And Learn How To Use Them According to recent reports, a Sheriff in Arizona has just called on American citizens to acquire firearms and learn how to properly use them in the event of a terrorist attack. I wish we could have a cop in every corner, in every neighborhood, in every schoolwe just cant, Pinal County Sheriff Paul Babeu told residents a recent news conference. We want a citizen to add to the equation, Babeu continued. Be armed to protect yourself, protect your family until we can get there. These comments are in stark contrast to President Obamas recent reaction to terrorist threats, when he pushed his agenda for increased gun control. We are STRONG defenders of our 2nd Amendment rights, a post from the department continued. We call for Arizona licensed concealed carry permit holders to step up and defend themselves, their families, and others, when faced with an armed attacker prior to law enforcement arrival. Watch the video below and tell us what you think: do we need more leaders to react to threats the way this Sheriff is? 