This video explores the debate around whether open carry deters crime or makes the carrier a target. The speaker, The Yankee Marshal, suggests that while hard evidence is scarce, anecdotal evidence and surveys of criminals indicate open carry likely acts as a deterrent for opportunistic crimes. However, the effectiveness and perception of open carry can be influenced by factors like the number of armed individuals present and societal biases, particularly concerning race and appearance.
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