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Congress Approves Loaded, Concealed Guns in National Parks

When the Democrats took over Congress and the White House, the National Rifle Association warned gun owners they were in trouble. But it's not working out that way. For years, the NRA has pushed legislation to allow concealed weapons in national parks. Yesterday, it got what it wanted.

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By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

When the Democrats took over Congress and the White House, the National Rifle Association warned gun owners they were in trouble. But it's not working out that way. For years, the NRA has pushed legislation to allow concealed weapons in national parks. Yesterday, it got what it wanted. The House went along with the Senate on an amendment to legislation reforming the credit card industry. Kate Ackley covers lobbyists for Roll Call, a bi-weekly that covers Capitol Hill.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Andrea Brody

    Senior Producer, KCRW's Life Examined and To the Point podcast

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    Karen Radziner

    Managing Producer, To the Point & Which Way LA?

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    Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    Kate Ackley

    Staff Writer, Roll Call

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