A new reason for textbooks?

Some things are too crazy to pass up, and I have to blog about them. Other things, though, like this, are so crazy that I have to post them, as is, without a single comment. I mean, what could I possibly add to this?

Candidate seeks textbooks as shields

OKLAHOMA CITY --A candidate for state superintendent of schools said Thursday he wants thick used textbooks placed under every student's desk so they can use them for self-defense during school shootings.