We believe that not only is your right to carry a gun as the 2nd Amendment states it is your obligation to carry a gun Why do I say it is your obligation? Maybe this will help you understand"The Constitutional Right and Social Obligation to Carry a Gun," "Carrying a gun is a social responsibility. A citizen who shirks his duty to contribute to the security of his community is little better than the criminal who threatens it." Powerful words, indeed. But Boatman wasn't talking about police officers. And Living with Glocks isn't really a "cop" book; it's a book for everyday citizens. But let's take Boatman's philosophy one step further.