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Proud Truth Squad Member

 

Mr. Tom:

Happy Easter, and congrats for 15 years.

I wanted to tell you of my open carry experience in Missouri. I got out of my '03 Kenworth at one of my favorite truck stop eateries, clean clothes, clean shaven, head properly adorned with my favorite Peterbilt ball cap. On my side a Springfield Armory XD 5" Tactical in flat earth nestled snugly in it's custom fitting Comp-Tac holster. I walked with a pleasant smile on my face into a fairly full restaurant and in my peripheral vision observed the looks I received. First to the gun then to the hat and back.

Taking my seat I looked at my phone and wondered how long it would take. After the normal ordering session filled with EXTRA pleases, thank you's and yes ma'am's I was not disappointed. The gentleman sitting next to me asked if I was a cop. I smiled politely and said "No sir" to which he replied "Oh, and you have the right to open carry?" I explained, to the gasps of those intently eavesdropping, that open carry was legal in Missouri. This opened a flood gate of questions and my intended 30 minute lunch turned into the Truck Stop Guntalk show.

Thank You Tom for arming me with not only the ammo to conduct these educational classes out on the road but also exemplifying the attitude with which to do it. 

We will win this fight 1 educated person at a time.    

Sincerely,
B.E., proud Truth Squad member

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