The attached article: “Gun Violence: A Unique Approach to a Deadly Problem,” published in Axcess News is appropriate media for appearance in US Army Mad Scientist “Articles of Interest.” According to Mad Scientist’s stated goals: “The Mad Scientist Laboratory blog is a marketplace of ideas about the future of our society, work, and conflict.”
If one accepts the premise that gun violence is indeed a societal problem, and that the Mad Scientist group is really concerned about “the future of our society;” then, the Invincible Defense Technology (IDT) solution proposed in the submitted Axcess News article has validity. Therefore, it should be considered by members of the Mad Scientist community. This is especially true because the article lists and links to seven peer-reviewed studies which are an important hallmark of scientific validity. The scientific studies indicate that IDT reduces societal violence and create beneficial societal effects
It should be mentioned here that military bases have their own unique social system, which the following shows that they are not immune from gun violence. Here are prominent examples of societal gun violence on military Bases:
Fort Hood has witnessed several incidents of gun violence, including shootings and homicides. These tragic events highlight the need for preventive measures and community-based interventions.
In 2019, a Saudi aviation student opened fire at the base, killing three people and injuring eight others. Strengthening security protocols and addressing mental health issues are crucial.
In 2013, a gunman killed 12 people and injured several others at the Navy Yard. Improved background checks and early intervention could have prevented this tragedy.
By adopting a comprehensive IDT program, the US Army as well as the other branches of the military could proactively help address gun violence, enhance safety, and protect its personnel and communities. Since the Mad Scientists organization “is a marketplace of ideas about the future” it behooves the look into scientifically-validated means to prevent further loss of life on its military bases due to gun violence as well as other types of violence. Certainly, it makes sense to prevent further suffering, rather than deal with it after it occurs.