Hummm --- This sounds like a take off on the thread regarding Maria 's article that advises against open carry.
I think what both Maria and Wismar are getting at is that open carry is not politicaly correct in most area's of the country and particularly in larger cities. They are also concerned that because of this, open carry will do more political harm to the cause of gun rights than good.
In a sense , I think that can be true. On the other hand, I can also relate to those who feel a need to display , if for no other reason, to make a statement ,and to somewhat de-sensitize and educate the general public so that they realize that carrying a gun does not automatically make you something to fear.
Is open carry a in-your-face statement ? Sometimes , but not likely nearly the statement a gay pride parade is for example.
I realy think it is a non-issue for the most part. Most who open carry do so in area's that are somewhat more excepting of it, and for reasons other than making a statement.
I think what both Maria and Wismar are getting at is that open carry is not politicaly correct in most area's of the country and particularly in larger cities. They are also concerned that because of this, open carry will do more political harm to the cause of gun rights than good.
In a sense , I think that can be true. On the other hand, I can also relate to those who feel a need to display , if for no other reason, to make a statement ,and to somewhat de-sensitize and educate the general public so that they realize that carrying a gun does not automatically make you something to fear.
Is open carry a in-your-face statement ? Sometimes , but not likely nearly the statement a gay pride parade is for example.
I realy think it is a non-issue for the most part. Most who open carry do so in area's that are somewhat more excepting of it, and for reasons other than making a statement.