So the "jerk with the gun" is of sound mind, doesn't drink alcohol, and I'm supposed to trust that he's not crazy, a sociopath, and doesn't obey the law? Is it necessary he open carry a handgun, a weapon designed to kill people, at a family event? No. Is it necessary to scare children because  "we, as Americans have rights..."? No.

I agree with dogbert, "1) They are making a political statement–one which may serve to frighten others in attendance. 2) They are compensating for real, perceived or subconscious inadequacies, and/or 3) they are unable to qualify for a concealed weapon permit. All of these reasons are of concern to me."