Groupon spokesman Julie Mossler told Fox News their decision was based on performance and customer feedback.
Its clear theyre not a fit right now, she said.
The Chicago company declined to comment further and did not mention the Newtown shootings in its reasoning.
The decision has prompted outrage among gun store owners and gun enthusiasts many of whom are calling for a Groupon boycott.
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Some companies just don't have enough sense to keep their heads low and stay out of politics.