If it's fine for state parks in Georgia, why not in national parks in the US of A.

Dumb me. I thought Sonny Perdue's influence was on the wan nationally as of late. After all, McCain didn't invite him to Arizona last weekend when some of the other potential VP candidates visited him.

Ditto on the influence of the Georgia GOP based on the unproductive (and this description is being kind) legislative session we just had.

But apparently word is spreading that down here in the Deep South concealed weapons are being welcome in state parks and on public transportation.

Thus the following news from The New York Times: ??

The federal government is considering a proposal to allow visitors to carry loaded, concealed weapons in some national parks, wildlife refuges and monuments.

[O]pponents, including several former National Park Service officials, say that the current rules are effective — there is little crime in national parks — and that the change would threaten visitors’ safety and could easily ruin the family-friendly atmosphere of the parks and other attractions.

Go figure. But many felt the same way about Georgia House Bill 89 that also allows for concealed weapons to be carried into certain restaurants. Remember what Jim Galloway warns as noted in a 4-09-08 post:

Note to waiters & waitresses: Smile when you hand out the menus, & no arguing over 5 percent tips.