Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show postponed indefinitely

WHTM 27:  …Reed Exhibitions, which organizes the show, says it made the decision after controversy surrounding its decision to limit the sale or display of military style assault weapons and high capacity magazines and clips. As of Wednesday, over 200 vendors had pulled out of the show. A Facebook page dedicated to boycotting the show currently has over 18,000 fans…

“It is unfortunate that in the current emotionally charged atmosphere this celebratory event has become overshadowed by a decision that directly affected a small percentage of more than 1,000 exhibits showcasing products and services for those interested in hunting and fishing,” wrote Chet Burchett, Reed ‘s President for the Americas, in a statement…

The show was scheduled to take place February 2-10 at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg… (more)

EDITOR: Here is a situation where they would be damned if they did and damned if they didn’t!

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