Originally Posted by jenni-m

Well, here is what I propose.

Mandatory training for everyone who can, who is not mentally ill or has a criminal record (this will count as the service, they can't be deployed unless they actually enlist first, though.)

Everyone who completes the training, gets issued the following:
Choice of M4 Carbine, OR Mossberg 500, OR a Benelli M4 Super 90

AND

Their choice of one M9, OR a M1911

They also get a ration of ammunition, from specific, controlled production lots. The shotguns can come with less-lethal ammunition (rubber bullets, bean bags, tear gas) upon request.

ANYTHING ELSE THEY DO OR GET, must meet approval and regulations.