Running for Office as an Open Carry Advocate

07Altima · Jan 14, 2011

I believe this is the right place.
Hello I am new to this Forum My First name is Aaron, I am sure you will hear a lot about me, as I am running for State Rep in the 39th district of Washington State, I will be running on the Republican ticket, and I am already fighting very hard to get the party to back me. I am going to be getting my first firearm since the Army in 99, I am going to be buying the Raging Judge 6". I feel that this weapon can not be seriously concealed, and will therefore Open Carry my firearm on the campaign trail. I support Gun Owners, and I have thusly reported this information to the police, that I am going to be campaigning while in the Open Carry format. I am looking for feedback to see how other may see this, as well as to see how much this may bring light to the movement!!!

If you believe a lie that lie has become your truth.... Aaron Layes

I will be getting my CPL as the law requires it in this state if you want to carry it loaded, or into sporting events or stadiums.

I expect 2 things to bring light to my campaign 1 Open Carry, and 2 my age, as I will be the youngest person running for state Rep in Washington state history as I will only be turning 31 in election year. I am 29 now, and I am not rich, do not have a college degree, or any long list of qualifications. What I do have is a drive to set my country right, I have even gone so far as to write several bills before I take office, I want to be working before I even ask to work.

So now is the time for input let me know what you have to say Good & Bad are welcome please do not bash but if you have criticism please give it in a constructive form so that I can change, or alter my behavior to better match the ideal outcome.

OldCurlyWolf · Jan 14, 2011

07Altima said:
I believe this is the right place.
Hello I am new to this Forum My First name is Aaron, I am sure you will hear a lot about me, as I am running for State Rep in the 39th district of Washington State, I will be running on the Republican ticket, and I am already fighting very hard to get the party to back me. I am going to be getting my first firearm since the Army in 99, I am going to be buying the Raging Judge 6". I feel that this weapon can not be seriously concealed, and will therefore Open Carry my firearm on the campaign trail. I support Gun Owners, and I have thusly reported this information to the police, that I am going to be campaigning while in the Open Carry format. I am looking for feedback to see how other may see this, as well as to see how much this may bring light to the movement!!!

If you believe a lie that lie has become your truth.... Aaron Layes

I will be getting my CPL as the law requires it in this state if you want to carry it loaded, or into sporting events or stadiums.

I expect 2 things to bring light to my campaign 1 Open Carry, and 2 my age, as I will be the youngest person running for state Rep in Washington state history as I will only be turning 31 in election year. I am 29 now, and I am not rich, do not have a college degree, or any long list of qualifications. What I do have is a drive to set my country right, I have even gone so far as to write several bills before I take office, I want to be working before I even ask to work.

So now is the time for input let me know what you have to say Good & Bad are welcome please do not bash but if you have criticism please give it in a constructive form so that I can change, or alter my behavior to better match the ideal outcome.

Go to the root directory of this forum. Scroll down to almost the bottom, a directory called Washington. Post this there. It would be better.

07Altima · Jan 14, 2011

Thank you

Thank you I will post it there with your suggestion was not quite sure where would be the best but will post there. I would love to get input from the whole community of OC so if it is okay if this is placed well for that also would love to have this placed here if not to out of place

1245A Defender · Jan 14, 2011

well,,

07Altima said:
Thank you I will post it there with your suggestion was not quite sure where would be the best but will post there. I would love to get input from the whole community of OC so if it is okay if this is placed well for that also would love to have this placed here if not to out of place

English; a second language. this guy is posting in many forums.
its kind if cute, or is it funny, or is it sad??

sudden valley gunner · Jan 14, 2011

I'll be checking Washington forum, but would like to point out that informing LEO, of open carry, is not a necessity and very discouraged among Washington OCers.

07Altima · Jan 14, 2011

only informed them in my little town

I have no desire to do this on the whole sale basis telling leo's I wanted only to tell them about it as I will be campaigning, and know that this may raise more eyebrows than just the average joe. The police in my home town are not to large of a group, I know several of them as it is now, and just seeking to keep from having constant contact with them over the issue. I do not see how it could be a bad thing with the home town police but can see how it would be bad on the whole sale. I posted here to being with because I thought it would be the correct place to put it. I do see a point for it to be in Washington State, but it never hurts to get others ideas.

I like hearing from others about their experiences, and how they dealt with them. I feel it never hurts to hear out people that will not be affected by anything I do because I may be able to prevent issues here based on what I am told about. Many issues in other states could serve as good examples or even things to prevent here at home.

I also feel there is nothing wrong with getting input from others, or hearing out those distant from me.

again thank you for your time even the nasty remarks, I will take them with a grain of salt. I did not know that using a Forum perfect the first time around was required to be a decent person, or candidate. I have read many forums not hard to do, but never used one before. I was part of a Auto Club once, but the most I ever did was PM people.

People should not bash others just because they dont like them, it fits the same bill as racism, and sexism. Hating just to hate is pointless, and makes you look like an ass.

1245A Defender · Jan 15, 2011

thoughts,,,

thoughts,,,,,

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i dont use face book, but if you are using it to help spread your campaign,
you should open that up so folks can read about you. and post that link!

i listened to your tea party speech. it is very rhetorical and unspecific.
i suggest rewriting and polishing and practice the delivery, it can sound better.
make a new video of delivering that speech and post that anywhere and
everywhere that you seek support.

i know youre on a budget, but you want to buy a very expensive and obnoxious gun!
you dont have a CPL so could only OC, meaning handling your gun and ammo
every time you use your car. this is the main reason i advise you to go apply
for you CPL on MONDAY!!!
you will have your CPL in you pocket when you buy your gun, no waiting period!
even though you really like the raging bull judge, it is not a practical gun for some one
that doesnt want to draw attention away from the job at hand.
for your first and only gun you should go with something more practical,
concealable, easy to open carry without the hey look at my gun, unavoidable with that.
you want to buy a backup in the future, i would buy that gun now, and a good retention holster.

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