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The FTC has some fool nonsense rules about ads on blogs or some such and presumes authority over the First Amendment to compel the unfunded mandate that we who earn ad revenues make some kind of disclosure so you don't think we're getting paid to say nice things about people or God knows what, meaning they must think you're stupid, too. I have had a few ads on this site in the past and may do so again if I think it's worth a try. Combined, I probably couldn't buy a box of good cigars each year, let alone a bottle of George T. Stagg, and that is somehow supposed to compromise my morality to force me to say nice things about products and services I don't mean simply in exchange for filthy lucre. If you believe that, leave now--you're not smart enough to be here. Bottom line, aside from welcoming a sponsor, I will do no posts related to their products or services, or reviews of what they offer.
About "The Only Ones"
The purpose of this feature has never been to bash cops. The only reason I do this is to amass a credible body of evidence to present when those who would deny our right to keep and bear arms use the argument that only government enforcers are professional and trained enough to do so safely and responsibly. And it's also used to illustrate when those of official status, rank or privilege, both in law enforcement and in some other government position, get special breaks not available to we commoners, particularly (but not exclusively) when they're involved in gun-related incidents.
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Keep them on topic. No spam. No threats against anyone except me. Do not feed trolls--I'll take out the trash. Try to keep it clean. I'm the final arbiter. If you don't like the rules, start your own damn blog.
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As a general rule I remove links for blogs that have been inactive for over one year.
I hope they're not waiting until the end of the day so the staffers can give people a weekend to cool down...
4 comments:
Anonymous
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I enjoy a lot of your writing - especially about the "only ones", but I've never seen a blogger so intensely interested in the NRA when you apparently don't support and constantly criticise them... Just put your efforts behind the GOA...
I'm sure of the hundreds of ratings and endorsements by the NRA, you'll find a few to slam them for and won't mention much about the hundreds you agree with.
I'm the NRA, Dann. I'll put my record of support for the Association since the 1990s up against yours any time you care to compare.
I reserve the right to disagree with paid management and staff, because their decisions can affect my freedoms and I see plenty of decisions I disagree with. I have a say in things, too.
Their voice is a lot louder than mine--if your contention is there is no room for dissent from my small part in this, that ain't gonna happen. You're right--you've "never seen a blogger so intensely interested..."
Perhaps you should be more concerned with why you don't. At least you can enjoy some degree of affirmation knowing most will agree with you.
Well, I won't get in an NRA Resume contest David, but just a couple of mentions: 27 years as a member, 17 years (I believe) as an instructor, co-hosted Friends of NRA events, actively involved in many Ohio pro-gun political campaigns, CCW, etc... and a donor in multiple ways. I'm also a supporter of the BFA, OFCC, SAF, Heritage Foundation, and other pro-gun entities having started working for Ohio CCW in 1987.
I don't agree with all their decisions as you don't, I just wish you'd give equal treatment to the decisions you agree with as you do to those you don't.
I vote each time for the NRA board members, fire off emails and written letters to the NRA powers, board members, and my legislators regularly about issues I disagree - and agree - with.
One of my biggest efforts is with 4H shooting sports for over 10 years now as I believe it's easier to educate the next generation than argue with the "Brady" idiots of this generation - although I do enough of that too.
I follow your writing and blogging regularly... while we may not agree on everything, I respect your thoughts and the discourse... but like you bringing up your NRA concerns, I brought up mine to you. Surely the NRA has done something worthwhile this year or last on the pro-gun side of things.
Many of us are still NRA members and we're just fine with shooter education programs, range assistance and training.
But the NRA's political wing is a loose cannon. If you'll note on the linked page, Gillibrand (S-NY) went from 'A Rated' to 'F'. The NRA handed her votes on a silver platter, despite warnings (such as David's) and she did everything in her power to diminish our rights. They tried to do it again with Reid, but this time people were watching.
I think that justifies questioning the NRA's criteria with intensity. We pay the NRA--it's not the other way around.
4 comments:
I enjoy a lot of your writing - especially about the "only ones", but I've never seen a blogger so intensely interested in the NRA when you apparently don't support and constantly criticise them... Just put your efforts behind the GOA...
I'm sure of the hundreds of ratings and endorsements by the NRA, you'll find a few to slam them for and won't mention much about the hundreds you agree with.
Dann in Ohio
I'm the NRA, Dann. I'll put my record of support for the Association since the 1990s up against yours any time you care to compare.
I reserve the right to disagree with paid management and staff, because their decisions can affect my freedoms and I see plenty of decisions I disagree with. I have a say in things, too.
Their voice is a lot louder than mine--if your contention is there is no room for dissent from my small part in this, that ain't gonna happen. You're right--you've "never seen a blogger so intensely interested..."
Perhaps you should be more concerned with why you don't. At least you can enjoy some degree of affirmation knowing most will agree with you.
By the way, you have worked and proposed solutions to try and promote reforms, right?
Well, I won't get in an NRA Resume contest David, but just a couple of mentions: 27 years as a member, 17 years (I believe) as an instructor, co-hosted Friends of NRA events, actively involved in many Ohio pro-gun political campaigns, CCW, etc... and a donor in multiple ways. I'm also a supporter of the BFA, OFCC, SAF, Heritage Foundation, and other pro-gun entities having started working for Ohio CCW in 1987.
I don't agree with all their decisions as you don't, I just wish you'd give equal treatment to the decisions you agree with as you do to those you don't.
I vote each time for the NRA board members, fire off emails and written letters to the NRA powers, board members, and my legislators regularly about issues I disagree - and agree - with.
One of my biggest efforts is with 4H shooting sports for over 10 years now as I believe it's easier to educate the next generation than argue with the "Brady" idiots of this generation - although I do enough of that too.
I follow your writing and blogging regularly... while we may not agree on everything, I respect your thoughts and the discourse... but like you bringing up your NRA concerns, I brought up mine to you. Surely the NRA has done something worthwhile this year or last on the pro-gun side of things.
Dann in Ohio
Many of us are still NRA members and we're just fine with shooter education programs, range assistance and training.
But the NRA's political wing is a loose cannon. If you'll note on the linked page, Gillibrand (S-NY) went from 'A Rated' to 'F'. The NRA handed her votes on a silver platter, despite warnings (such as David's) and she did everything in her power to diminish our rights. They tried to do it again with Reid, but this time people were watching.
I think that justifies questioning the NRA's criteria with intensity. We pay the NRA--it's not the other way around.
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