VA-ALERT: Poll to hit!

[OakRidgeStars]

Let's all hit this poll!

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Here's an article in the Washington Post with a poll. Let's hit that
poll!

http://tinyurl.com/ybwq2sy

Va. Senate votes to allow guns in restaurants

The Democratically-controlled Virginia Senate has voted to allow
concealed weapons permit holders to carry guns in restaurants that
serve alcohol, as long as the person carrying the weapon does not
drink. The gun bill passed on a 22 to 18 vote, after senators had a
vigorous debate about whether or not people might have a reasonable
reason to carry guns in restaurants.

The House has passed a similar bill; Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) has
expressed support for the measure, and is expected to sign it into
law. Both chambers also passed it last year, but Gov. Tim Kaine (D)
vetoed it.

Sen. Emmett Hanger (R), who sponsored the measure, said he was doing
so on behalf of those who now violate the law that prohibits guns in
such establishments rather than leave their weapons in their cars when
they go out to eat. He said this was a particular issue for women who
carry guns in their purses to defend themselves when they go to, say,
Red Lobster. (That was Hanger's example.)

Others argued guns have no place in eating establishments where
alcohol is being served. Though the bill would prohibit a weapons
carrier from drinking, the opponents said it would be impossible to
tell if the law was being violated if the gun was concealed.

The debate was concluded by Sen. Mary Margaret Whipple (D). "As a
final comment, let me just say this. I've really never been afraid for
my life at the Red Lobster," she said.


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[allingeneral]

My vote is cast. We have some catching up to do on this one.

[OakRidgeStars]

Vote early & vote often!.

Don't forget to clear out yo cookies on da browzer (Sorry, that was for Bill)

[ss313]

Did anyone read any of the comments? all I can say is WOW..... The other side is out there. Way out there. The only thing I can say is that if passing this law keeps them out of the restaurants that I eat at then I'm that much better for it.

[JamesA]

Absolutely, hit the pole..

[MountainCat]

Did anyone read any of the comments? all I can say is WOW..... The other side is out there. Way out there. The only thing I can say is that if passing this law keeps them out of the restaurants that I eat at then I'm that much better for it.

I wrote this in the comment section of another poll. If anyone wants to steal it or rewrite it, feel free.

Anyone that is against this bill should learn about Suzanna Hupp in TX. In 1991 Suzanne was forced by law to leave her handgun in her car while she ate at the Luby diner with her parents. That day 43 people were gunned down and 23 of them died including both her parents. There's no telling how many lives she could have saved had the laws at the time been different. This was the most deadly shooting in the US until VA Tech and it's no coincidence that mass shooting happen in gun-free zones (yes, that includes FT Hood). That said, it's the Restaurant owner's choice to ban guns. I'll just choose to dine at establishments that do not give criminals the upper hand.

Luby Massacre: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luby%27s_massacre

[novaglock]

I voted a few minutes ago when it was still anti's in the lead. Checked it a few times since and the tide is turning quickly! Good work everyone!

[MountainCat]

I wrote this in the comment section of another poll. If anyone wants to steal it or rewrite it, feel free.

I bit the bullet, registered to comment and posted the above with minor editing.

[moss20]

Done.

58% yes now.

[MountainCat]

From the comments section:

" If your not insane...you could protect the people in the resturant if a looney tune walks in. Hmmm...this one is very very interesting........"

Looney Tunes is an animated cartoon series that does not exist as a single physical entity capable of conscious decisions. There exists no possibility of an animated cartoon entering any restaurant.

Hopefully that person is a forum member here.

[zephyp]

Indeed, Ms Hupp is the yardstick for this one. I watched a video where she testified before a congressional committee. Her final words were something along the line of --- the second amendment is so we can protect ourselves from all of you -- as she shouted and pointed at the committee....

EDIT: after reading some of the comments I guess the twits there dont know we can already carry in "bars" here in VA...

[gregj]

Done.

No - 27%

Yes - 73%

[OakRidgeStars]

I think we've rocked the vote. Rock on

[GS78]

catching up to do? It was 73% pro when I hit it....





ok , have you guys been up all night hitting this silly poll?

[allingeneral]

It was something like 78 no to 22 yes when I voted on it right after this thread was posted. The libtards had already been right on top of it...just took us awhile to find it.