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'Open Carriers' Aim to Make Guns an Accessory

Gun owners want to educate the public by having their weapons on display

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Jun 7, 2008 6:51 AM CDT

(Newser) – A growing number of gun owners are tired of concealing their weapons when they're out and about, reports the Los Angeles Times. In most states, it's perfectly legal to walk around with a gun in plain view. Backers of the "open carry" movement think... Read full story »

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