Arizona gun shop bans anyone who voted to re-elect Obama

[JRNYMAN]

Posted: 10:42 PM
By: Steve Kuzj

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PINETOP, AZ - A small town gun shop is creating big time controversy with a sign banning anyone who voted to re-elect President Barack Obama.

The Southwest Shooting Authority in Pinetop, Arizona has a sign in the window that reads:

"If you voted for Barack Obama, your business is not welcome at Southwest Shooting Authority. You have proven you are not responsible enough to own a firearm."

Shooting Authority owner Cope Reynolds made the sign a few days after the presidential election. He also placed an ad in the local paper. Since then, it has exploded in popularity and gone viral.

Reynolds stands behind his anti-Obama sign’s message.

"I can’t imagine, after seeing what this man can do in four years, how stupid do you have to be to vote again to get the same thing. It's unimaginable to me."

Reynolds is concerned President Obama and Democrats will use his final term to punish gun owners, and weaken American’s 2nd amendment right to bare arms.

The gun enthusiast might be accused of being a sore loser because Republicans didn't take back the Whitehouse, but it seems a lot of people are siding with Reynolds and his Anti-Obama stance. He says his shop received more than 1,200 emails Saturday alone.

Reynolds says the gun shop’s phones are still ringing “every second of the day.” He's had to assign some of his employees full-time just to answer calls.

"It is doing what I want it to do. We are getting the word out. We are getting so much support of this, it's unfathomable."

Reynolds admits that the feedback he’s getting isn’t all from happy customers.

“Most of it is very much positive, by far, although we do get the negative ones. You can always tell them because they either hang up on you, or they start out with some foul mouth little-minded stuff."

Since the sign went up, Reynolds says so has his business. He claims people from all over the country are now ordering from the Shooting Authority to support them.


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[slucero]

[Liam]

I like that place.

[Ehwmatt]

I see nothing wrong with this, although I do question the wisdom of extending these philosophies to a business setting. As a rational businessperson first, I'll sell to anyone who wants to buy my services. But from a personal standpoint and as a conservative myself, I've drawn a firm line in the sand: I'm not interested in associating with liberals at this point in my life unless work circumstances force me to do so. In that case, I'll merely be civil. Even among college friends and what not, I just don't see the point.

Some might view my approach as un-American or at least not in line with notions of democracy, free speech and association etc. That might be true to a certain extent, but I'm not in the debate or civics club. I've got a life to live, too little time to live it, and I don't need to spend that little time associating with people whose beliefs, if enacted, will have a terrible effect on my life and future.

Again, that being said, if they want to buy my services, I'll happily provide them (unless my services will support a cause I don't believe in).

[StevePerryHair]

So when did Obama supporters start walking around with Tattoos on their foreheads? Kind of a dumb thing to boast about when a person's vote is private. If anything, it could attract more Dems to the shop to spite them.

[Rick]

So when did Obama supporters start walking around with Tattoos on their foreheads? Kind of a dumb thing to boast about when a person's vote is private. If anything, it could attract more Dems to the shop to spite them.

Probably the underlying intent. Could just be a savvy business ploy.

[StevePerryHair]

So when did Obama supporters start walking around with Tattoos on their foreheads? Kind of a dumb thing to boast about when a person's vote is private. If anything, it could attract more Dems to the shop to spite them.

Probably the underlying intent. Could just be a savvy business ploy.

:lol:

[artist4perry]

Apparently it makes the shop very acceptable by the anti Obama part of the community. I am not an Obama supporter but I would never take such a harsh stance. First off I know quite a few nice people who love Obama. My feelings for them as friends have not changed one iota since the election. I disagree with their ideals but I love them as friends. I think one would be hard pressed to find friends who agreed on everything, and I would never want to be followed by yes men who thought my every thought was perfect.

I think having a balance of people of many mindsets in your life keeps you balanced and makes your ideas more solidified. I question my thoughts and listen to what others have to say even if I don't agree with them. This keeps me from becoming one of those folks who think they know it all. That is impossible to know it all and it is even more impossible to be correct all the time.

I am more put off by so called know it all people who claim they are always right and if you disagree they get pissed and call you names. Really? Name calling in my book is a sign of sheer weakness and a lack of knowledge to make your point. I get tired of the political name calling more than anything and labeling people a racist because they disagree with Obama's policies is one of the most stupid. I have no problem with Obama as a person. I don't know him. I disagree strongly with his vision of how to fix things. This does not make me a racist, but rather an open minded person who does not just accept what is spoon fed to me by my government. When your labeled a racist those are strong terms and you better be prepared to prove it before you start throwing those accusations around. A racist in my book is one of the most vile thinking person on the planet. To hate someone because of pigmentation is stupid as it can be. That would be like a red rose hating a yellow rose. They are ROSES! I see people in the same light. It would be boring if we all looked the same and I truly believe God is the masterful artist who creates a great variety of beauty in nature and in people. People are wonderfully made and should treat one another with respect and love.

[Rick]

Apparently it makes the shop very acceptable by the anti Obama part of the community. I am not an Obama supporter but I would never take such a harsh stance. First off I know quite a few nice people who love Obama. My feelings for them as friends have not changed one iota since the election. I disagree with their ideals but I love them as friends. I think one would be hard pressed to find friends who agreed on everything, and I would never want to be followed by yes men who thought my every thought was perfect.

I think having a balance of people of many mindsets in your life keeps you balanced and makes your ideas more solidified. I question my thoughts and listen to what others have to say even if I don't agree with them. This keeps me from becoming one of those folks who think they know it all. That is impossible to know it all and it is even more impossible to be correct all the time.

I am more put off by so called know it all people who claim they are always right and if you disagree they get pissed and call you names. Really? Name calling in my book is a sign of sheer weakness and a lack of knowledge to make your point. I get tired of the political name calling more than anything and labeling people a racist because they disagree with Obama's policies is one of the most stupid. I have no problem with Obama as a person. I don't know him. I disagree strongly with his vision of how to fix things. This does not make me a racist, but rather an open minded person who does not just accept what is spoon fed to me by my government. When your labeled a racist those are strong terms and you better be prepared to prove it before you start throwing those accusations around. A racist in my book is one of the most vile thinking person on the planet. To hate someone because of pigmentation is stupid as it can be. That would be like a red rose hating a yellow rose. They are ROSES! I see people in the same light. It would be boring if we all looked the same and I truly believe God is the masterful artist who creates a great variety of beauty in nature and in people. People are wonderfully made and should treat one another with respect and love.

This post is as great as your artwork. Very well said, Ginger. People could learn a thing or two, including myself, if they thought more like you do.

[artist4perry]

Apparently it makes the shop very acceptable by the anti Obama part of the community. I am not an Obama supporter but I would never take such a harsh stance. First off I know quite a few nice people who love Obama. My feelings for them as friends have not changed one iota since the election. I disagree with their ideals but I love them as friends. I think one would be hard pressed to find friends who agreed on everything, and I would never want to be followed by yes men who thought my every thought was perfect.

I think having a balance of people of many mindsets in your life keeps you balanced and makes your ideas more solidified. I question my thoughts and listen to what others have to say even if I don't agree with them. This keeps me from becoming one of those folks who think they know it all. That is impossible to know it all and it is even more impossible to be correct all the time.

I am more put off by so called know it all people who claim they are always right and if you disagree they get pissed and call you names. Really? Name calling in my book is a sign of sheer weakness and a lack of knowledge to make your point. I get tired of the political name calling more than anything and labeling people a racist because they disagree with Obama's policies is one of the most stupid. I have no problem with Obama as a person. I don't know him. I disagree strongly with his vision of how to fix things. This does not make me a racist, but rather an open minded person who does not just accept what is spoon fed to me by my government. When your labeled a racist those are strong terms and you better be prepared to prove it before you start throwing those accusations around. A racist in my book is one of the most vile thinking person on the planet. To hate someone because of pigmentation is stupid as it can be. That would be like a red rose hating a yellow rose. They are ROSES! I see people in the same light. It would be boring if we all looked the same and I truly believe God is the masterful artist who creates a great variety of beauty in nature and in people. People are wonderfully made and should treat one another with respect and love.

This post is as great as your artwork. Very well said, Ginger. People could learn a thing or two, including myself, if they thought more like you do.

Aw...shucks Rick...Thanks!

[jaxmanjoe]

I think the shop-owner embodies the intolerance which pervades this country - on either side of any issue. He sounds like a hard core Palestinian or Israeli on their issues. Just a bone-headed moron who personifies everything wrong with this country. I respect a lot of conservatives views but there are certain wingnuts of both parties who just go too far. I know someone 'quoting' Nostradamus that the world was going to end if Obama was elected...really?

Anyone can go too far in one direction and this guy did it.

[The Sushi Hunter]

What would a Dem do with a firearm anyways?

[Behshad]

What would a Dem do with a firearm anyways?

Pretty much the same as you with your brain : not much at all

[The Sushi Hunter]

LOL your so funny Behshad. I almost shit my pants over that one.

More businesses should be like this gun shop.

[Behshad]

LOL your so funny Behshad. I almost shit my pants over that one.

More businesses should be like this gun shop.

Youre just a dumbass, so your opinion doesnt really count, but care to elaborate more on your lats statement ?

[Jana]

Apparently it makes the shop very acceptable by the anti Obama part of the community. I am not an Obama supporter but I would never take such a harsh stance. First off I know quite a few nice people who love Obama. My feelings for them as friends have not changed one iota since the election. I disagree with their ideals but I love them as friends. I think one would be hard pressed to find friends who agreed on everything, and I would never want to be followed by yes men who thought my every thought was perfect.

I think having a balance of people of many mindsets in your life keeps you balanced and makes your ideas more solidified. I question my thoughts and listen to what others have to say even if I don't agree with them. This keeps me from becoming one of those folks who think they know it all. That is impossible to know it all and it is even more impossible to be correct all the time.

I am more put off by so called know it all people who claim they are always right and if you disagree they get pissed and call you names. Really? Name calling in my book is a sign of sheer weakness and a lack of knowledge to make your point. I get tired of the political name calling more than anything and labeling people a racist because they disagree with Obama's policies is one of the most stupid. I have no problem with Obama as a person. I don't know him. I disagree strongly with his vision of how to fix things. This does not make me a racist, but rather an open minded person who does not just accept what is spoon fed to me by my government. When your labeled a racist those are strong terms and you better be prepared to prove it before you start throwing those accusations around. A racist in my book is one of the most vile thinking person on the planet. To hate someone because of pigmentation is stupid as it can be. That would be like a red rose hating a yellow rose. They are ROSES! I see people in the same light. It would be boring if we all looked the same and I truly believe God is the masterful artist who creates a great variety of beauty in nature and in people. People are wonderfully made and should treat one another with respect and love.

I have friends on both sides and very very close friends on both sides and I would never in a million years dream of crossing them off my friends list. We honestly can't discuss politics anymore in depth and stay off the subject during election as I was so bitter during the Bush reelection and they were bitter when Obama won. There's a little conversation here and there but not much anymore as feelings run too strong. I have friends to discuss that with that vote the same. I'm a moderate but on many issues very liberal. But Republicans have become so ruled by the far right, I will never vote Republican again for a Presidential election. Even Joe Scarborough, whom I watch every morning because they have differing views on there but are respectful, says they won't ever win POTUS again if they keep catering to a fringe base that only believes the world according to certain "radio" shows (Rush) and certain "cable" shows (on Fox) to vet their nominee. This coming from a conservative Republican.

I have voted Republican for our governors if they are the better candidate. Not the last one who is the worst governor in the country. The Republicans in Florida turned on Governor Crist, who was a governor of the people, because he accepted money for our state and because he was friendly to Obama when he visited. What a shame. He was one of the good ones and they turned on him. I have a close friend who is a liberal. I have three close friends who are Republicans but not far right by any stretch of the imagination but anti Democrats in an ugly way. We still all get together and adore each other, liberal, moderate, staunch Republicans, and all are fantastic human beings and friends that have been with me through every joy and pain of my life and me them.. We've been friends for so long that the laughter and shared memories and respect is what is important, not that I didn't think my highly educated friends were idiots back when they thought Sarah Palin was refreshing on the ticket (What the?) and they still respect me even though they think I'm insane on my love of Bill Clinton and Hillary. Obama and George Bush are off the table. We've debated on both and it's too heated and gets no where and so agree to stay away from it anymore.

My relatives in Georgia are Republican and very religious. My brother is up there with his family visting because he loves seeing them all, and I told him, I wouldn't mention you voted for Obama. He said he pretends he voted for Romney to avoid a debate. That means nothing to him for peace while visiting. What my aunts and uncles and cousins mean to him is far more important, a memory of my parents and memories of being out in the country in Georgia with all our cousins. I can't imagine cutting off people because of different viewpoints. That makes for an intolerant society and becoming very closeminded. I adore my uncles and aunts and respect how they feel because of their church. My sister and husband vote against each other. They can have very honest debates about why but have learned not to let it get too heated and just accept it. Neither one ever makes the other party evil, that they're going to ruin the country.

I have aligned myself with the party and candidate (who won) I feel is best for the country and who ideologywise I agree with the most, but I in no way agree with every single policy they put forth, and I always find it odd that anyone just agrees straight down the party line with everything their party throws out there like sheep. I prefer two great parties, but the Republican Party has dumbed itself down for years now with the candidates they have running in the presidential Republican primaries. Romney just became whatever anybody wanted to get elected. He was a liberal to become governor. He was far right when in the primaries. They were tripping over themselves to see who could come across the more far right. He tried to come off as a moderate in the debates with Obama. Who is he? I would rather know what the candidate stands for even if I don't agree with them. At least I could respect them.

[The Sushi Hunter]

LOL your so funny Behshad. I almost shit my pants over that one.

More businesses should be like this gun shop.

Youre just a dumbass, so your opinion doesnt really count, but care to elaborate more on your lats statement ?

The libs and Dems boycott businesses when they don't like it, I say the businesses can boycott the providing of services and merchandise to the libs and Dems if they want. What goes around comes around. It works both ways.

[Behshad]

LOL your so funny Behshad. I almost shit my pants over that one.

More businesses should be like this gun shop.

Youre just a dumbass, so your opinion doesnt really count, but care to elaborate more on your lats statement ?

The libs and Dems boycott businesses when they don't like it, I say the businesses can boycott the providing of services and merchandise to the libs and Dems if they want. What goes around comes around. It works both ways.

OK so you think two wrong makes it right. Thats what I thought. Moron

[The Sushi Hunter]

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