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trio of anti-gun senators attempts to bully kroger into banning open carry
Bearing Arms ^ | September 30, 2014 | Bob Ownes

Posted on 10/01/2014 11:57:56 AM PDT by lbryce

A trio of anti-gun U. S. Senators are attempting to bully Kroger Corporation into banning open carry in their stores, regardless of state and federal laws.

Sens. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) sent a letter to Kroger Co. CEO, W. Rodney McMullen, on Tuesday asking him to implement storewide policies that would prevent individuals from openly carrying firearms into Kroger locations.

“We write today to urge you to adopt a policy that would prohibit the open carry of firearms in your stores,” the letter stated. “In doing so, Kroger would be sending an important message about your commitment to the safety of your employees and customers.”

The senators cited recent events, where Kroger customers have brought assault rifles while shopping.

“Gun extremists in several states have exploited the current Kroger policy by flaunting assault rifles as they shopped. These bizarre displays must be terrifying for Kroger employees and customers,” the senators wrote. “The current Kroger policy allows for these demonstrations.”

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KEYWORDS: 2ndamendment; banglist
It's funny how these senators phrase the gun ownership issue. They're the ones who are the gun extremists not the gun owners.
Why would anyone refer to those whose rights are guaranteed by the Constitution and get to utilize those rights as extremists?
1 posted on 10/01/2014 11:57:56 AM PDT by lbryce
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To: lbryce

I was at a kroger the other day and there was a man in therwe with what looked liked a 38 on his hip, I smiled at him and nodded.


2 posted on 10/01/2014 12:04:15 PM PDT by GraceG (Protect the Border from Illegal Aliens, Don't Protect Illegal Alien Boarders...)
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To: lbryce

i bet those people who were beat into unconsciousness by a mob a few weeks ago at the Kroger in Memphis, wished someone who was carrying had been there.


3 posted on 10/01/2014 12:05:17 PM PDT by mrsmel (One Who Can See)
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To: lbryce
the letter stated. “In doing so, Kroger would be sending an important message about your commitment to the safety of your employees and customers.”

And that message is ... if you are a criminal and you wish to rob Krogers ... you will face no resistance.

4 posted on 10/01/2014 12:05:29 PM PDT by dartuser
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To: lbryce

I hope all three get stabbed to death.


5 posted on 10/01/2014 12:10:59 PM PDT by longfellow (Bill Maher, the 21st hijacker.)
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To: lbryce

(slightly rewritten to put in context)

Sens. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) sent a letter to Kroger Co. CEO, W. Rodney McMullen, on Tuesday asking him to implement storewide policies that would prevent Negroes from entering Kroger locations.

“We write today to urge you to adopt a policy that would prohibit Negroes from entering your stores,” the letter stated. “In doing so, Kroger would be sending an important message about your commitment to the safety of your employees and customers.”

The senators cited recent events, where Negroes who were Kroger customers have gone shopping.

“Negroes in several states have exploited the current Kroger policy by flaunting their color as they shopped. These bizarre displays must be terrifying for Kroger employees and customers,” the senators wrote. “The current Kroger policy allows for these demonstrations.”


6 posted on 10/01/2014 12:12:58 PM PDT by yefragetuwrabrumuy ("Don't compare me to the almighty, compare me to the alternative." -Obama, 09-24-11)
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To: longfellow

Thank you very much for expressing it exactly how I feel about the very same thing.


7 posted on 10/01/2014 12:13:50 PM PDT by lbryce (Barack Obama:Misbegotten, Bastard Offspring of Satan and Medusa.)
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To: lbryce

No news yet of a jihadi beheading people at a Kroger store. Perhaps that is because the customers are armed with guns.


8 posted on 10/01/2014 12:21:23 PM PDT by reg45 (Barack 0bama: Implementing class warfare by having no class.)
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To: lbryce

Bloomin’liar and Murphy are senators from Connecticut. Not to raise more concern than this little bit of theater deserves but, I’ve lived in Connecticut since 1959 and I’ve never seen a Kroger store in this state. This is a desperate load of attention-seeking.


9 posted on 10/01/2014 12:22:09 PM PDT by muir_redwoods ("He is a very shallow critic who cannot see an eternal rebel in the heart of a conservative." GK Che)
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To: muir_redwoods

Maybe they think there is one in Dunn’s River.


10 posted on 10/01/2014 12:32:08 PM PDT by wally_bert (There are no winners in a game of losers. I'm Tommy Joyce, welcome to the Oriental Lounge.)
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To: muir_redwoods

Krogers owns many store brands. in Kansas one will find Dillons which is owned by Kroger. Look up Kroger brands an Im sure you will find one.


11 posted on 10/01/2014 12:48:16 PM PDT by BudgieRamone (Everybody loves a bonk on the head.)
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To: GraceG

Let’s just hope he wasn’t trying to rob the store...


12 posted on 10/01/2014 12:54:19 PM PDT by Sonicandtails
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To: yefragetuwrabrumuy

Perfect!


13 posted on 10/01/2014 12:56:40 PM PDT by ChicagahAl (Don't blame me. I voted for Sarah.)
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To: lbryce

I wonder how they propose to get armed criminals to obey the request.


14 posted on 10/01/2014 1:02:40 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants (The cure has become worse than the disease. Support an end to the WOD now.)
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To: longfellow

I hope they are beheaded by a Muslim with sudden jihad syndrome.


15 posted on 10/01/2014 1:03:30 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants (The cure has become worse than the disease. Support an end to the WOD now.)
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Traitors - all three are supposedly sworn to UPHOLD the constitution, not to undermine it through undue influence & oppression while serving in an official capacity. Enemies of the people are what they are.
 
 

16 posted on 10/01/2014 1:13:28 PM PDT by lapsus calami (What's that stink? Code Pink ! ! And their buddy Murtha, too!)
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