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Pennsylvania: New gun law concerns fueled surge in Right-to-Carry permits

As a first generation American, Manuel Gomez is "thankful" for his Second Amendment right to bear arms. At 25 years old, Gomez lives in York City and has carried a handgun since he got a license to carry a firearm when he turned 21. And like many gun owners, Gomez said he's concerned that President Barack Obama's administration might try to restrict the rights of Americans to bear arms.

Read About It: The York Dispatch

Posted: 10/22/2009 9:36:15 AM

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