Bailey: The people in charge sure think armed teachers is a bad idea
Memphis Police Department Interim Chief C.J. Davis (left), Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Marie Feagins (center) and Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner Jr. appeared in a video released by Memphis-Shelby County Schools. (Screenshot)
Clay Bailey
Clay Bailey, a lifelong Memphian, has worked as a reporter in the city four decades. He concentrated on suburban coverage for the bulk of his career, except for a stint as sports editor of The Daily Memphian when it launched in September 2018. He now is suburban editor and also serves as a freelance sports writer for The Associated Press.
Despite legislation opening the door for teachers to carry guns, the idea rightfully is receiving no support from local law enforcement and educational leaders.
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