First, I have to say that during Perry's tenure in office the state of Texas has made significant economic progress and continues to be close to leading the nation in creating jobs.
With that said, being an ex-NYer, the emphasis on guns in the state of Texas never ceases to amaze me. But my wife is a life-long Texan and it amazes her more than me. Perry got laughed off the national stage during his short-lived presidential campaign. Only in Texas could a guy like Toth get elected if he puts such legislation high on the priority list.