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Should armed guards be hired to protect schools from assailants?

Posted: Monday, January 7, 2013 12:45 pm | Updated: 12:49 pm, Mon Jan 7, 2013.

Asked by News-Sentinel photographer Ian Jonsson on School Street in Downtown Lodi

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“It all depends on how it effects the budget. So if it’s at the city level I’m comfortable with that. It gives the parents peace of mind.”	“I think they’ll think twice if there’s a presence known.”	“I think it’s a good idea. With all of the stuff going on, something needs to be done to protect the kids.”	“I would prefer the money go to bettering education and facilities. The number of failing students outnumbers the number of people slaughtering children in school.”	“Yes, kids will have protection. Keep doors locked. Only one entrance/exit.”

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