Target No Longer Wants Gun Fetishists Bringing Firearms In Their Stores
Target, the giant chain-store, has been in the middle of a battle between Open Carry activists, and gun sense supporters after Open Carry groups met inside and outside of the stores’ premises while legally carrying long rifles to protest gun laws which are already lax. It’s gotten that ridiculous.
Most Target shoppers are women, so the Open Carry groups largely consisting of men feigning to be victims, has used the recent issue as a political tool. What I’m saying is, most of them do not shop there. The boycott, used on social media with the hashtag: #OffTarget, has been successful.
Nearly 400,000 people signed a Moms Demand Action Petition.
Target released a statement, reading in part:
The leadership team has been weighing a complex issue, and I want to be sure everyone understands our thoughts and ultimate decision.
As you’ve likely seen in the media, there has been a debate about whether guests in communities that permit “open carry” should be allowed to bring firearms into Target stores. Our approach has always been to follow local laws, and of course, we will continue to do so. But starting today we will also respectfully request that guests not bring firearms to Target – even in communities where it is permitted by law.
We’ve listened carefully to the nuances of this debate and respect the protected rights of everyone involved. In return, we are asking for help in fulfilling our goal to create an atmosphere that is safe and inviting for our guests and team members.
This is a complicated issue, but it boils down to a simple belief: Bringing firearms to Target creates an environment that is at odds with the family-friendly shopping and work experience we strive to create.
(my bold)
Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense In America, responded by saying, “Moms are thankful that Target responded quickly to the call of nearly 400,000 Americans and asked customers to keep their firearms at home.”
She continued to say, “Moms everywhere were horrified to see images of people carrying loaded assault rifles down the same aisles where we shop for diapers and toys. Like Chipotle, Starbucks, Facebook, Jack in the Box, Sonic, and Chili’s, Target recognized that moms are a powerful customer base and political force – and you can respect the 2nd Amendment and the safety of customers at the same time.”
“Such positive safety changes made by some of our country’s leading retailers are proof of the influence of women and mothers,” Watts continued. “As we look toward election season, we hope our legislators are taking notice that when woman and mothers collectively raise our voices – and soon cast our votes, we are determined to leave an impact.”
Most of the comments thus far, are in support of Target’s decision, however, the occasional, “l still be carrying there” and “They didn’t ban guns. We will still carry. You didn’t get your way.” are contained in Target’s comment thread.
Target just got back #OnTarget.
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disqbart July 2nd, 2014 at 13:46
As noted elsewhere: People who carry guns around are cowards afraid to face life without a
lethal weapon. They are weak, and they know it. Brave people face
ordinary daily life without a gun.
disqbart July 2nd, 2014 at 13:46
As noted elsewhere: People who carry guns around are cowards afraid to face life without a
lethal weapon. They are weak, and they know it. Brave people face
ordinary daily life without a gun.
KABoink_after_wingnut_hacker July 2nd, 2014 at 13:58
“The leadership team has been weighing a complex issue…….”
How utterly ridiculous to call basic common sense a complex issue.
mea_mark July 2nd, 2014 at 14:05
Well, it’s hard to be diplomatic with armed overgrown children with out pissing them off. Maybe they just don’t want crazy guys with guns coming to their stores pissed off. What is common sense to most people is sometimes lost to others.
KABoink_after_wingnut_hacker July 2nd, 2014 at 13:58
“The leadership team has been weighing a complex issue…….”
How utterly ridiculous to call basic common sense a complex issue.
mea_mark July 2nd, 2014 at 14:05
Well, it’s hard to be diplomatic with armed overgrown children with out pissing them off. Maybe they just don’t want crazy guys with guns coming to their stores pissed off. What is common sense to most people is sometimes lost to others.
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 14:40
With a name like “TARGET” and they don’t want armed customers in their store, that’s really funny. I wouldn’t shop at Target if they paid me.
The next time one of the illiterate thugs comes into one of their stores and starts robbing and shooting customers they may change their mind once the lawsuits start stacking up.
Be careful what you ask for you might just get it.
William July 2nd, 2014 at 14:52
“The next time one of the illiterate thugs comes into one of their stores and starts robbing and shooting customers they may change their mind once the lawsuits start stacking up”.
so..let me see if I understand you.
Target is facing lawsuits if it experiences an armed robber because they don’t allow open carry?
Is that your argument?
Really?
Oh…and do the same tort laws apply if they are robbed by “literate” thugs?
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 16:55
No, if Target bans ALL legally licensed CHL owners from carrying a concealed weapon in their stores and a psycho thug decides to go in for some easy pickings and Target offers NO protection for their customers THEN they could be facing lawsuits.
For a retired military man and a former cop you’re not real bright are you ?
Julie Yung July 2nd, 2014 at 18:57
A lot brighter than a self proclaimed Texas redneck. NO Target can not be sued for that, HOWEVER, they can be sued if one of those lunatics starts shooting someone who gets in a confrontation with them and an innocent person is killed. Don’t quit your day job as a dumb assed redneck.
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 21:13
Are you a lawyer ?
Don’t you quit your job as a brain dead liberal.
Have a Happy Safe 4th. of July even tho you are a liberal :)
William July 3rd, 2014 at 00:22
Don’t you quit your job as a brain dead liberal
say the guy who cannot spell “though”
William July 3rd, 2014 at 00:21
For a redneck you are precisely as ignorant of civil law as I suspected you would be. There is no legal requirement for any business or organization to guarantee protection for anyone against an armed attack. that even holds true for the police (see Warren v. District of Columbia). There is however plenty of legal precedent that indicates liability when a business allows or encourages the needless introduction of deadly devices into the shopping environment.. My guess is Targets insurance carrier had something to say. I’ll be right here waiting for a link to the case law you provide to back up your contention.
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 14:40
With a name like “TARGET” and they don’t want armed customers in their store, that’s really funny. I wouldn’t shop at Target if they paid me.
The next time one of the illiterate thugs comes into one of their stores and starts robbing and shooting customers they may change their mind once the lawsuits start stacking up.
Be careful what you ask for you might just get it.
William July 2nd, 2014 at 14:52
“The next time one of the illiterate thugs comes into one of their stores and starts robbing and shooting customers they may change their mind once the lawsuits start stacking up”.
so..let me see if I understand you.
Target is facing lawsuits if it experiences an armed robber because they don’t allow open carry?
Is that your argument?
Really?
Oh…and do the same tort laws apply if they are robbed by “literate” thugs?
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 16:55
No, if Target bans ALL legally licensed CHL owners from carrying a concealed weapon in their stores and a psycho thug decides to go in for some easy pickings and Target offers NO protection for their customers THEN they could be facing lawsuits.
For a retired military man and a former cop you’re not real bright are you ?
Julie Yung July 2nd, 2014 at 18:57
A lot brighter than a self proclaimed Texas redneck. NO Target can not be sued for that, HOWEVER, they can be sued if one of those lunatics starts shooting someone who gets in a confrontation with them and an innocent person is killed. Don’t quit your day job as a dumb assed redneck.
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 21:13
Are you a lawyer ?
Don’t you quit your job as a brain dead liberal.
Have a Happy Safe 4th. of July even tho you are a liberal :)
William July 3rd, 2014 at 00:22
Don’t you quit your job as a brain dead liberal
say the guy who cannot spell “though”
William July 3rd, 2014 at 00:21
For a redneck you are precisely as ignorant of civil law as I suspected you would be. There is no legal requirement for any business or organization to guarantee protection for anyone against an armed attack. that even holds true for the police (see Warren v. District of Columbia). There is however plenty of legal precedent that indicates liability when a business allows or encourages the needless introduction of deadly devices into the shopping environment.. My guess is Targets insurance carrier had something to say. I’ll be right here waiting for a link to the case law you provide to back up your contention.
craig7120 July 2nd, 2014 at 15:11
Ha! To think that the gun nuts worried about liberals restricting their gun rights, when in fact, it is the gun nut who is doing all the heavy lifting. I’m not gonna say it was manipulation, but…Well played my liberal friends, well played.
craig7120 July 2nd, 2014 at 15:11
Ha! To think that the gun nuts worried about liberals restricting their gun rights, when in fact, it is the gun nut who is doing all the heavy lifting. I’m not gonna say it was manipulation, but…Well played my liberal friends, well played.
AnthonyLook July 2nd, 2014 at 15:30
We need to target businesses (boycott) that don’t adopt the TARGET policy.
AnthonyLook July 2nd, 2014 at 15:30
We need to target businesses (boycott) that don’t adopt the TARGET policy.
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 21:18
Everyone, liberals included have a happy safe 4th. of July, watch out for all the drunks that are already out killing innocent people including liberals.
TheTexasRedNeck July 2nd, 2014 at 21:18
Everyone, liberals included have a happy safe 4th. of July, watch out for all the drunks that are already out killing innocent people including liberals.
flora68 July 3rd, 2014 at 01:21
Nope. A gentle request does NOT turneth away gun fetishists. Try again.
flora68 July 3rd, 2014 at 01:21
Nope. A gentle request does NOT turneth away gun fetishists. Try again.