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Running with guns - yeah, that sounds fun...

Die-hard gun rights' supporters in Utah have come up with a one-of-a-kind idea - a "Run 4 Guns"!

That's right - in September, a far-right group in Utah will be holding a 5K and 0.5 Mile Armed Dash. The group has asked the runners to bring their holsters and for the firearms to be secured in said holster or a zip tie.

The organizer of the event - Macgregor Whiting (26) - said the following to the Associated Press about the event:

"Our purpose is to create more awareness and to make a difference. We want gun owners and the right to bear arms to be seen in a true light and to be respected..."

I think this is an excellent idea. What better way for gun owners to earn respect than to organize and participate in an event centered around people running with guns?!? Sure, we were always told to not run with scissors. But, run with guns? That's something newborns even do without much gripe from the folks.

In light of this bit of news, rumor has it that Mr. Whiting will attempt to garner more respect for gun owners by organizing the following events:

- National Sleep With a Gun in Your Pants Day

- The 100 Meter Loaded Gun Breaststroke

- The Get Drunk and Balance a Gun on Your Head While Moonwalking Challenge

- Real Men Play Russian Roulette at Playgrounds

- Bird Hunting With Dick Cheney

http://www.opposingviews.com/i/society/armed-5k-runners-utah-gun-advocates-organize-first-ever-open-carry-run

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