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http://www.fox23.com/news/local/story/Reloading-the-open-carry-debate/0YsL_ko4pEqGk2Tl-cHCHw.cspx
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Violent and random crimes in Tulsa this week: a senseless double murder at an east Tulsa Park, armed robbers lying in wait for employees in east Tulsa, and a homeowner forced to shoot an intruder in Midtown.
What if the crooks knew their intended victims were armed? That’s the idea behind Oklahoma’s open carry proposals.
Inside your home, parking lots, jogging trails, predators are waiting for defenseless targets and the perfect moment to strike.
"I think everyone has the right to bear arms and protect themselves,” says Tom Forbs.
That’s just one of the arguments at the Oklahoma state capitol where legislatures are reloading the open carry debate.
"It deters criminals,” says David Beaurman.
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Violent and random crimes in Tulsa this week: a senseless double murder at an east Tulsa Park, armed robbers lying in wait for employees in east Tulsa, and a homeowner forced to shoot an intruder in Midtown.
What if the crooks knew their intended victims were armed? That’s the idea behind Oklahoma’s open carry proposals.
Inside your home, parking lots, jogging trails, predators are waiting for defenseless targets and the perfect moment to strike.
"I think everyone has the right to bear arms and protect themselves,” says Tom Forbs.
That’s just one of the arguments at the Oklahoma state capitol where legislatures are reloading the open carry debate.
"It deters criminals,” says David Beaurman.
. . .