The logic shown in this tread makes my head hurt. For the "sip a beer/drink then you must be unarmed" crowd, let us follow this logic a little further.
Using the same reasoning, it is logical to conclude that having a (singular) beer/cocktail/wine also means that you MUST NEVER operate a motor vehicle in fear of what might happen regardless of BAC. Keep in mind that an automobile kills far more people, children, grandmothers, dogs, cats, and small woodland creatures then firearms.
Also keep in mind that the new law (designed to save us from ourselves) is not ANY DIFFERENT then the one regarding operation of motor vehicles while impaired. How many of you have a beer with a meal at a restaurant then get into your car and drive home? What is the difference between operating a motor vehicle with a BAC below .08 and carrying a firearm with a BAC below .08? The chances of you getting into a MVC has a much higher level of probability then you having to use your firearm in a self defense encounter.
If you make the personal decision not to drink while carrying a firearm...great, good for you. But please make sure that the logic and reasoning that you are using is consistent before telling others what personal decisions they should make. If others choose to abide by the law and enjoy an adult beverage (responsibly) while carrying...great, good for them.
Chip
"All you need is an ice pick".