New York Post Posts Perplexing But Persuasive Pro-Pistol Post
Thanks to a recent court case revoking the “good cause” provision of D.C.’s concealed carry permitting process, Hell’s getting frosty. The resolutely, obstinately, relentlessly anti-gun New York Post has posted an editorial by Seth Lipsky that calls for the liberalization, make that reform of New York’s City’s “may issue” concealed carry [non]licensing procedure. The headline – DC loss for gun control puts New York City’s laws at risk – is a head fake worthy of Marshawn Lynch. Check this out . . .
It’s not yet clear whether DC and its police chief, Cathy Lanier, are going to appeal the district court ruling [by US District Judge Frederick J. Scullin]. It is clear, though, that the case will echo in New York and other cities that require a showing of need to carry a pistol . . .
If Scullin’s judgment were imposed on New York — either by a higher court or Congress — it would render unenforceable the city’s demand that permit applicants show a good reason (usually a clear need for self-defense) before getting approved.
It’s a big deal because the “good reason” hurdle is being used by municipalities to evade the Bill of Rights. What would …read more
Source:: Truth About Guns
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