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Arizona vs California

Arizona vs California

Well, lets look at one particular instance, because the competition is so one sided it’s not a real fight. Arizona is now one of the ELITE American states. Arizona, Texas, Alaska, and perhaps one or two others are all that’s left out of 50.

Ariz. to allow concealed-carry without permits

The governor just signed the law, so it’ll take effect in a few months. Two other states, Alaska and Vermont, already have similar rules. There are two caveats. One, people carrying concealed must tell police if they’re asked. Also, police can temporarily take a concealed weapon from a person, even during traffic stops, the Arizona Republic reports. No gun-safety classes will be required.
Read more: http://blogs.kansascity.com/crime_scene/2010/04/ariz-to-allow-concealedcarry-without-permits.html#ixzz0laJpdjxp


And then there is California:

California: Open Carry Ban on the Horizon?

Article by m46607
(15 Hours Ago) in Society / Guns
Months ago we were bombarded by the Brady Campaign’s ruthless attempts to ban the open, lawful carry of firearms in public places such as Starbucks. Determined to remain on the outskirts of the debate, the coffee giant chimed in to issue a statement declaring its acceptance and compliance with State law. In California it is quite legal to openly display a firearm as long as the weapon is unloaded and holstered.

For now.

Democratic assembly-woman Lori Saldana of San Diego has authored a bill which would effectively eliminate the open carry of firearms. A shocking twist in the debate over California gun rights, such measures would ultimately remove the ability of Californians to defend themselves from like threats. As many residents and non-residents are aware California is already a “May-Issue” State with regards to concealed carry licensing and now their only means of lawfully carrying a firearm is under attack. While open carry advocates have urged their legislators to make concealed carry and other laws to put those who are scared by the sight of an openly-toted, unloaded firearm at ease, responses from the Assembly have been more reactionary than pro-gun advocates expected.

“What I’m concerned about is people who have no training can carry a gun for no other purpose than to make a public statement,” said Saldana. Up until the present all political statements issued have been peaceful. With no other alternatives available, gun owners have adopted the only lawful means of protecting themselves when law enforcement is not readily available to intervene during a forcible felony in progress.

Law enforcement disagrees with such personal responsibilities; the California Police Chiefs Association has signed on as a sponsor of the bill. Emeryville Police Chief Ken James issued the following statement: “Officers are taught from day one in the academy that guns are a threat… This open carry places officers in a position between a rock and a hard spot.“
More here

So neighboring states differ by that much? Oh and one of the two states are releasing FELONS because of overcrowding. Can you guess which one? Here’s another tidbit of info, our elected officials here in California are disarming the public, freeing Felons, coddling Illegals, taxing business to extinction, but now the next step is climate-gate, they are close to passing a law that bans chemicals used in the manufacture beverage/food containers. Then it will be banning cold medicine because of the “Meth” issue.

What that says is our liberal demorats have NO PROBLEM at all banning anything, they believe YOU don’t know shit, and YOU can’t control yourself, you must not have temptation, nor anything that can be construed as harmful. BUT they haven’t banned cars yet.


What we have here is a tale of two states, one believes in the American way of life, the other believes Government should control your every move. You decide which state you would rather live in. But keep the faith guys, California sends 53 reps to the house of Reps in order to help the nation “progress”…. 🙄