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Well, I'm against it so far as some of you use it for a political statement. I don't think it's terribly useful as that. BEFORE FLAMING KEEP READING
However, it is a right. I will never vote to restrict a right, regardless of how I personally feel about it. I feel there are times where open carry is appropriate. Out in the woods, hiking, a few other times. I don't really think there are any advantages to it in urban environments. So I won't do it. All I would ask is that those of you who decide to do it follow the example of most of the people on this forum and do it low key. Dressed appropriately, not drawing attention to yourself. I don't agree with the guy with the gun on his hip in Starbuck's, but I realize its his/her right and so...
However, it is a right. I will never vote to restrict a right, regardless of how I personally feel about it. I feel there are times where open carry is appropriate. Out in the woods, hiking, a few other times. I don't really think there are any advantages to it in urban environments. So I won't do it. All I would ask is that those of you who decide to do it follow the example of most of the people on this forum and do it low key. Dressed appropriately, not drawing attention to yourself. I don't agree with the guy with the gun on his hip in Starbuck's, but I realize its his/her right and so...