“The idea that senior political appointees have clean hands in these gunwalking scandals doesn’t pass the laugh test, especially considering we’ve seen less than 10 percent of the pages that the Justice Department has provided the Inspector General,” the release continues. [More]This afternoon's Gun Rights Examiner report notes bloody hands are nothing to laugh at.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Grassley on gunwalking: 'Clean hands' excuse 'doesn't pass laugh test'
Drone Wars
Coming soon, to a neighborhood near you...[Read]
To not only keep all of us who have nothing to hide safe and free, but to do it at bargain prices!
To not only keep all of us who have nothing to hide safe and free, but to do it at bargain prices!
We're the Only Ones Tweeting Enough
"Get those hacking (expletive). I'm a cop in the bay area CA. (sic) I would go at them with both guns!" Richmond police Sgt. Mike Rood wrote via Twitter to UFC President Dana White. [More]His apologists in comments are quick to come to his defense. He didn't really mean what he said literally. It was just a dumb Tweet. His detractors are making a mountain out of a molehill and this is no big deal.
Internet comments don't matter.
Do they, Detective Rod Tuason?
[Via Dave Licht]
Does ‘fatally flawed’ minority report on gunwalking ‘absolve’ administration?
Unsurprisingly, the minority report would convince us senior administration officials are cleared of any knowledge and wrongdoing, and that the solution is to enact some administrative changes, treat “flaws” as internal personnel, rather than criminal matters, and enact more “gun control.” That makes it easy to point the finger at lower-level Phoenix operatives—if they face no criminal charges, there’s no incentive for them to squeal, and the ones who might can simply plead the Fifth (although why one would have to if there have been no crimes committed remains conspicuously unexplained) or simply not “recall.” [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at a fatally flawed report.
"So Get More Rocks and Build You a Dam."
Exactly. [Read]
That's exactly what I'm trying to help do when I urge readers not just to be consumers of articles and blog posts, but to take a moment--every day--to share relevant links and bypass a media that won't report, or that will, but not the truth. The only way we happy few have been able to advance things this far is by screaming at the top of our lungs and banging whatever pots and pans we find at hand. Yet too often, despite what we've managed to uncover to date, and how far we've managed to push that information, the maximum "contribution" to the effort offered by far too many is too leave a naysaying comment telling us why nothing can be done that will matter.
Rather than discourage the effort, and boy, is it sometimes tempting for those carrying the majority of the load to just say "screw it" and go on to more lucrative pursuits, would it kill them to offer an encouraging word instead, and maybe even help out? Can you imagine the effect on morale if you were in the trenches awaiting battle and the voices of defeat before engagement were telling everyone how futile it was going to be, so why even try?
If the few rocks in the stream have managed to help effect the results we see today, I certainly wouldn't want to be the one to state with certainty that an engineered avalanche would make no difference.
I like the metaphor Mike raises here, and it fits with a thought I had the other day when he was grappling for an appropriate description for his part in things based on what others have said and on what he has done: leader, writer, investigator, citizen...
Here's what I think his title ought to be:
Think about it--like a valve that can impede the flow, that's exactly what he's doing.
In a system of self-government, we all should be government regulators.
That's exactly what I'm trying to help do when I urge readers not just to be consumers of articles and blog posts, but to take a moment--every day--to share relevant links and bypass a media that won't report, or that will, but not the truth. The only way we happy few have been able to advance things this far is by screaming at the top of our lungs and banging whatever pots and pans we find at hand. Yet too often, despite what we've managed to uncover to date, and how far we've managed to push that information, the maximum "contribution" to the effort offered by far too many is too leave a naysaying comment telling us why nothing can be done that will matter.
Rather than discourage the effort, and boy, is it sometimes tempting for those carrying the majority of the load to just say "screw it" and go on to more lucrative pursuits, would it kill them to offer an encouraging word instead, and maybe even help out? Can you imagine the effect on morale if you were in the trenches awaiting battle and the voices of defeat before engagement were telling everyone how futile it was going to be, so why even try?
If the few rocks in the stream have managed to help effect the results we see today, I certainly wouldn't want to be the one to state with certainty that an engineered avalanche would make no difference.
I like the metaphor Mike raises here, and it fits with a thought I had the other day when he was grappling for an appropriate description for his part in things based on what others have said and on what he has done: leader, writer, investigator, citizen...
Here's what I think his title ought to be:
Think about it--like a valve that can impede the flow, that's exactly what he's doing.
In a system of self-government, we all should be government regulators.
We're the Only Ones with Holes in More than Our Story Enough
In 2007, he was acquitted of charges of aggravated battery and discharging a weapon at a police officer. But the jury hung on the attempted murder charges, leading to his retrial. [More]If he didn't batter them and didn't discharge his weapon at them, how exactly did he attempt to murder four officers who shot him 28 times?
O'er the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave
'I couldn't believe it because it was a quote from the comedy Family Guy which is an American show. [More]It's all superstitious ritual. Every time they make you stand in a line or grope you or scan you with machines even the fricking Europeans won't allow, it's all about as meaningful and effective at warding off real evil as shamans waving talismans and chanting.
On the plus side, if this is representative of the rigid and constipated thought processes, the childish fear and the general incompetence of the forces of control., well, that's useful to know.
This Day in History: January 31
I did myself the pleasure of writing you a Line from George Town, acquainting you with the arrival of part of the British Fleet on the Southern Coast. There is every Reason to believe that their Land Forces are very numerous indeed. By some it is said Clynton, by others it is said Cornwallis has the Command. Be which it may, the Business will be very serious; they have both lost reputation in this State, and we may expect that every Effort will be made to recover it. [More]
Monday, January 30, 2012
OIG sharing information with DOJ over Wide Receiver CI's objections
The “rationale” used here, that OIG is required to make disclosures, is one we’ve seen in the unfolding Fast and Furious story, along with DOJ misusing the disclosed information, so this is neither a new, nor an unfounded concern. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes the spirit of sharing is not always motivated by noble purposes.
We're the Only Ones Through with Dating Enough
A Santa Maria police officer was shot and killed Saturday by a fellow officer who was trying to arrest him for suspected sexual misconduct with a minor...[More]So I guess the answer to the Eternal Question for "Only One"/juvenile courtship etiquette died with him...
Expanding the Lexicon
AP's Yost Ignores Fri. Fast and Furious Doc Dump... [More]
Hell, why not? According to them, the whole damn story hardly qualifies as news.
Maybe Mike and I need to start referring to ourselves as "undocumented journalists"--you know, we're doing the jobs the "Authorized" ones won't do...
And maybe we ought to start using a new word:
yōst: transitive verb
a : to intentionally ignore a story that conflicts with a media outlet's political agenda.
b: to manipulate basic story elements to provoke a conclusion in readers that supports a media outlet's political agenda.
c: to clog a closet bend underneath a toilet. Also see yost (noun)--the material cause of the clog itself, as in "Who wrote this yost?" and in verb/gerund form: "He was straining while yosting and ruptured a blood vessel in his eye."
[Via Michael G]
We're the Only Ones Disarmed Enough
One of the robbers managed to wrestle the gun away from the officer. The suspect then allegedly used the officer's gun to steal a getaway car, while another drove away in another vehicle. [More]So much for "verbal judo."
I suppose the argument would be if they can do this to a "trained professional," we'd better make sure you're disarmed...
You know what would stop that? Nonexistent "smart gun" technology, initially funded for research specifically to reduce police "takeaway" incidents, and then morphed into a requirement for you and me with an exemption for them...
Sweet, the way that works...
[Via Stephen P. Wenger, who advises: "The member of my mailing list who furnished the links advises that the officer works as a department spokesperson and is known to shoot only once a year, to "qualify."]
It's Interesting when People Die, Give Us Dirty Laundry*
The powerful chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform increased his pressure on the Justice Department on Friday, raising new questions about how the Drug Enforcement Administration conducts its undercover money-laundering investigations and whether those operations cross the line between fighting and facilitating crime. [More]You know: Project Buckwalker.
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Stacking the Bench
“Romney did focus on two criteria: their legal experience and whether they would be tough on crime. In other words, the nominee could be a gay activist or a pro-big government, pro-quota, pro-gun control Democrat Party hack who detests every judicial principle treasured by our founding fathers,” Baldwin said. “But if he happens to be tough on crime and have prosecutorial experience, he gets past the Romney filter. Many of Romney’s nominees fit that description.” [More]Don't say you haven't been warned.
But go ahead and listen to the "pragmatic" wishful thinkers if you like. Just don't be surprised at the results when the inevitable lack of fire in bellies gives us four more years of Obama.
Say, here's an idea: Adopt the tactics of the left and blame SNBIers and "principles freaks."
We're the Only Ones Undermanned Enough
The criticisms against Solomon include allegations of sexual assaults, many committed in the presence of others, repeated affairs with a list of subordinates, and bearing a child out of wedlock fathered by a former lieutenant in the department. [More]Sounds like Badge Bunny here sniffed more than a holster. And I'm also delighted to see her claim her elite "Only Ones" privileges, because she's obviously a lot more trustworthy and in control of herself than mere mortals like you and me:
In 2009, Paso Robles Police Chief Lisa Solomon was found to have not properly licensed a gun that allegedly came from the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s office. The lack of registration became public after a man stole Solomon’s loaded semi-automatic gun from her unlocked car.Guess what would have happened to one of us? No wonder some people think they can get away with anything. Based on long-established patterns, for the most part, they can.
Even though the gun was not properly licensed, then Atascadero Police Chief Jim Mulhall returned it to Solomon and did not take action against her for the failure to register her privately owned firearm even though he is in the business of gun distributing.
When Subversives Collide
[More]
Rats vs. snakes: The Chicago democrat machine vs their hardliners. Let the whole world see the character of these characters--on both sides of the barricades. Let reality TV-loving middle America sees what the collectivist left is made of and then react with revulsion and horror. Sounds like a win-win to me. Hell, I may even sell t-shirts...
Popcorn...?
We're the Only Ones "Blessed Are the Peacemakers" Enough
From the front bumper of the menacing vehicle, another sign taunts: "Whatcha gonna do when we come for you?" [More]Interesting question...
This Day in History: January 30
ELIZABETHTOWN January 30, 1780
Party of 300 infantry and about 60 Dragoons under Lt. Col. Abraham Van Buskirk cross from Staten Island and burn Presbyterian meeting and Court House. [More]
Sunday, January 29, 2012
‘Progressive’ icon's view refutes modern 'monopoly of violence' advocates
"It is not good for us that we should ever lose the fighting quality, the stamina, and the courage to battle for what we want when we are convinced that we are entitled to it, and other means fail. There is something better than peace, and that is peace that is won by struggle. We shall have lost something vital and beyond price on the day when the State denies us the right to resort to force in defense of a just cause." [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column acknowledges a progressive idea we should all support.
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Documents say DOJ knew of Fast and Furious connection day after Terry murder
Of particular interest from the Dec. 15, 2010 email from Holder aide Monty Wilkinson to then-US Attorney Dennis Burke:This midnight Gun Rights Examiner report asks if the latest bombshell revelation has engulfed Eric Holder.
"I’ve alerted the AG…" [More]
Friday, January 27, 2012
We're the Only Ones "Until Death Do Us Part" Enough
A former California Highway Patrol officer was convicted Monday of first-degree murder for shooting her husband, collapsing in the courtroom when the verdict was read. [More]And then there's this bit of responsibility acceptance:
When I grabbed it tight, it fired.Who am I to argue? She's obviously more highly-trained than me. Except, when she's scared and needs it the most, she just doesn't think about "tactics from work."
Don't Think of it as a Tightening of the Vise
Think of it as a "multi-agency tactical exercise." [Read]
Besides, "similar exercises have been seen in Miami and Boston."
Wonder what they're expecting...?
Besides, "similar exercises have been seen in Miami and Boston."
Wonder what they're expecting...?
The Magic Christian* Redux
Reality is stranger than fiction. And be warned in advance--this links to something really gross. [Read]
This isn't overcoming fear--there is no test of courage here. This debases the concept of true courage, of truly overcoming fear to do what one must, and of paying an ultimate price if one fails.
Who wants fame and prizes that badly? What the hell is wrong with the people who would think up this degradation, the people who would produce it and the people who would do it? What "contestant" with any sense of dignity wouldn't tell whoever expects him to go through with this to go to hell?
What kind of degenerates would squander freedom paid for with blood, powder, lead and steel on such disgusting and perverted exhibitionism, and can a "culture" that embraces this truly expect to survive?
From the network "family" that promotes "progressivism," naturally, and one that hasn't told it's viewers a damned thing about Gunwalker.
As an aside, it's telling how the feds will use health concerns over its consumption as an excuse to send armed raiding parties to keep small raw milk producers from selling to willing neighbors.
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This isn't overcoming fear--there is no test of courage here. This debases the concept of true courage, of truly overcoming fear to do what one must, and of paying an ultimate price if one fails.
Who wants fame and prizes that badly? What the hell is wrong with the people who would think up this degradation, the people who would produce it and the people who would do it? What "contestant" with any sense of dignity wouldn't tell whoever expects him to go through with this to go to hell?
What kind of degenerates would squander freedom paid for with blood, powder, lead and steel on such disgusting and perverted exhibitionism, and can a "culture" that embraces this truly expect to survive?
From the network "family" that promotes "progressivism," naturally, and one that hasn't told it's viewers a damned thing about Gunwalker.
As an aside, it's telling how the feds will use health concerns over its consumption as an excuse to send armed raiding parties to keep small raw milk producers from selling to willing neighbors.
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"Liberty and Prosperity"
That's some state motto they've got for themselves there in New Jersey, considering:
Common hunting, target, and self-defense ammunition would be subject to ban under A588, along with BB’s, airgun pellets, and plastic airsoft pellets!I wish Sandy and Diane well, but I don't want to set foot there.
Additional legislation being considered (A1013) could land gun owners in jail for refinished or damaged firearms that might be deemed “defaced” [More]
A Furious Headache?
Goody. [Read]
Although I'd have probably sent Furious Mike a remedy more appropriate to what ails him.
SF Sheriff Mirkarimi caught in gun control net he helped cast
And while I don’t pretend to give a damn one way or another about what happens to this Mirkarimi character, who as far as I’m concerned is hoist on his own petard and not likely to have an epiphany on individual liberty even if he manages to beat the…uh…rap, his predicament points to a disconnect between crime and punishment driven more by the political correctness he and his kind have demanded, enabled and enforced, than by public safety. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes a rat caught in a trap of its own making.
A High Wire Act
Clinton: Done with the ‘high wire’ of politics. Really. [More]Via Scott J, who speculates:
Before any of gunwalker can stick to her.I wouldn't want to test the safety of my net from that height, either. But I also don't think we've "really" seen the last of this circus act, and somehow can't shake the feeling that she still plans to end up featuring her freak show in the center ring.
We're the Only Ones Acting Reasonably Enough
Knox County prosecutors will not file charges against two off-duty Oak Ridge police officers accused of pulling a handgun on a motorist during an alleged road-rage incident last month. [More]Why in the world not?
"We determined they acted reasonably," Gill said.And...wait for it...
The officers' names have not been released.But yours has, "Brock Estep, 31, of Knoxville."
I wonder what would have happened had outnumbered Brock been an HCP holder who thought he was the one being reasonable...? Sounds like he's not the...uh...only one these two are flipping off.
Nothing to see here, move on...
[Via William T]
Night of the Teaching Dead
Vanderboegh at his best, performing an autopsy. [Read]
In a rational world, he'd be in an overflowing lecture hall educating rapt students who couldn't wait for the next class.
That and the publishers would be lining up.
In a rational world, he'd be in an overflowing lecture hall educating rapt students who couldn't wait for the next class.
That and the publishers would be lining up.
This Day in History: January 27
I should be wanting in justice to their zeal and attachment, and to that of the inhabitants of the state in general, were I not to inform Congress, that they gave the earliest and most chearful attention to my requisitions, and exerted themselves for the army s relief in a manner that did them the highest honor. They more than complied with the requisitions in many instances, and owing to their exertions, the army in great measure has been kept together. [More]
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Best Bear Gun
Just got this email:
On Bud's Gun Shop Forums the question came up: What is the smallest caliber you trust to protect yourself?[Via Skip]
A 22 short should do it....think not?...read on........
The best answer: My personal favorite defense gun has always been a Beretta Jetfire in 22 short. Over all the years I've been hiking I never leave without it in my pocket. Of course we all know too the first rule when hiking in the wilderness is to use the "Buddy System." For those of you who may be unfamiliar with this it means you NEVER hike alone. You bring a friend or companion, even an in-law, that way if something happens there is someone to go get help. I remember one time hiking with my brother-in-law in northern Alberta. Out of nowhere came this huge brown bear and man was she mad. We must have been near one of her cubs. Anyway, if I had not had my little Jetfire I'd sure not be here today. Just one shot to my brother-in-law's knee cap and I was able to escape by just walking at a brisk pace.
Breaking: Issa demands access to second 'Fast and Furious' US Attorney
The refusal by Justice to allow Morrissey to testify also provides all the proof any fair-minded observer should need that the Department is engaged in top-down directed cover-up. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report brings some expected and significant news that most of the "official" media will continue to either ignore or twist.
Ding-Dong Bi...uh...Ditch
Former Bronx prosecutor Bernadette Greenwald, 37, of Rockville Centre, Long Island, told Nassau County police she felt she "had balls" after firing the gun for the first time after the game of "ding-dong ditch" caused her to snap, the New York Post reports. [More]I wonder if she also felt like she had balls when prosecuting New Yorkers on gun possession charges?
[Via several of you]
This Day in History: January 26
The Captain of one of our state ships sent his barge with twelve men to their assistance, who, after rowing many hours, until the sun was almost down, without getting to them, were obliged to return; and as the boats have not been since heard of, it is feared the poor men perished. [More]
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
All We Need to Know
Around 27,000 men and women desert the Mexican military every year, and about 50 percent of the military's recruiting class will have left before the end of their first tour. In March 2011, the Mexican army admitted that it had "lost track of" 1,680 special forces personnel over the past decade...[More]Meaning our government is allowing "legal" weapons sales to their government knowing military firearms and ordnance will make their way to the cartels. No other explanation makes sense but that a core of evil, powerful bastards are counting on it for ambitious reasons of their own.
Ignorant or lying? An open letter to Rep. Hank Johnson
Say, here’s an idea: Why don’t you tell the Terry family how this is all just a manufactured political controversy? [More]This afternoon's Gun Rights Examiner column gives a domestic enemy all the respect he deserves.
What have been effects of politics and new media on 'Gunwalker'?
I believe what is ultimately called for is a truly independent counsel--not one reporting to DOJ, as current law provides, because that can create a fox/henhouse situation, and we've already seen many indications of the current OIG investigation being politically limited and compromised--which means Congress needs to re-up the office that expired in 1999. That will be the test of whether or not they have been effective, in my opinion.Today's Gun Rights Examiner commentary answers a couple of questions.
In re new media, I believe Gunwalker is a milestone of sorts, because it truly is a major story that had to be brought to the networks and newspapers, and they still resist reporting on it at all, let alone not embedding their reporting with their own agenda. I believe it shows the monolith press is no longer the sole gatekeeper for information, as the internet has given us a way to bypass them. [More]
Doing the Jobs Americans Won't Do
You know, like rebuilding roads and bridges...[Watch]
Which gives the feds a perfect and popular excuse to impose their "solution" on the states! I wonder how outraged Diane and Chris really are...
Which gives the feds a perfect and popular excuse to impose their "solution" on the states! I wonder how outraged Diane and Chris really are...
We're the Only Ones Lewd Enough
Images posted on the internet show what appears to be the officer in a sexual act with a woman. Another picture shows a woman posing naked next to a police badge and doing an obscene act with a pistol. Even more concerning are pictures of child porn.[More]Right, it's "absolutely not reflective of this agency"--the three only comprise about 6% of your department (I'll bet if that same percentage were applied nationwide, we'd have a small army!)
Thank goodness the "good apples" in Wylie are out there protecting us from citizens with pepper spray!
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Tweet SOTU
An NC Gun Blog weighs in. [Read]
Which reminds me: We need to get a photo of someone wearing one of these standing in front of this place.
Time to get one for yourself is quickly running out.
Which reminds me: We need to get a photo of someone wearing one of these standing in front of this place.
Time to get one for yourself is quickly running out.
Authorized Journalist Code Words
Laurene Powell Jobs is the founder and chair of Emerson Collective, which helps under-served communities build better lives. [More]Figures the billionairess hawks the collective. And nice "straight news" reporting there, Lori Preuitt, using unsubstantiated conclusion-producing agenda phrases like "under-served."
The flip side to that, of course, is "over-mastered," but "progressive" Lori, in her NBC Bay Area-assigned mission to keep us under-informed, won't tell you that.
Issa on Cunningham: 'We are still going to bring him forward'
Issa's appearance on Fox News answers the question of whether or not Cunningham will still be called before the Committee:This afternoon's Gun Rights Examiner report brings expected news--I have a call in to ask when we'll get some feedback on the questions asked--the deposition was originally scheduled for today.
"We are still going to bring him forward."See the sidebar video player for the complete Issa interview. [More]
My Interview with the President
In re today's GRE.
I thought these were pretty good.
Question: I don't see a way to direct people to specific posts to vote for them...Here's mine:
But the url is just the generic http://www.youtube.com/whitehouse.
Help please? How can I direct people to my question to vote? Because so far, there are 5 votes to remove it, and it looks like only a few more and it will be gone.
[Click image to enlarge.]
I thought these were pretty good.
Question: I don't see a way to direct people to specific posts to vote for them...Here's mine:
Help please? How can I direct people to my question to vote? Because so far, there are 5 votes to remove it, and it looks like only a few more and it will be gone.
They Got THAT Right
Comment posted here:
I note they didn't say "Wrong" or "Untruthful"...
I'm just jealous he could access this site. I try so hard to be a wild-eyed "hatriot."
I note they didn't say "Wrong" or "Untruthful"...
I'm just jealous he could access this site. I try so hard to be a wild-eyed "hatriot."
Ask Obama about Gunwalker
It would be appropriate to see everyone who is outraged by the government's actions, stonewalling and outright lies to get personally involved and to also spread the word about this. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report casts a net using social networks. And what it asks of all of us can be done in mere moments.
Spending Political Capital the "Pragmatic" Way
Let me get this straight: Grading a confirmation vote for Sotomayor was "burning" it, but urging everyone to spend time and money nationally patronizing Starbucks to counter a boycott proposed by a publicity-seeking nobody is something we should all rally behind?
Maybe They're Afraid of Promoting Senseless Violence?
“ABSOLUTELY NO FIREARMS, AMMO, HUNTING OR KNIFE COMPANIES WILL BE PERMITTED AS SPONSORS IN ANY ZUFFA PROMOTED EVENTS.” [More]I just can't think of any reason why anyone who should be taken seriously would waste one second of their lives on "ZUFFA PROMOTED EVENTS."
Thing is, there appears to be a broader network policy as well:
This time the ban appears to stem from FOX.And:
The MMA Corner has learned from sources close to the situation that the latest impact is that guns and ammunition sponsors, such as The Gun Store and Ammotogo.com, have been banned from events that take place on the Fox family of networks.Say, aren't they the folks with that "conservative" news network the regressive' left's useful idiots have been primed to publicly hate? You know, the ones whose top guy supported Hillary...?
Well, smack me down with a folding chair.
Speaking of Trains
Anybody know what's north of Watsonville and South of Santa Cruz that this one would be traveling from and to? [Watch]
Meanwhile, Over in Furious Mike Paradise...
4 People Die In Unrelated Subway Incidents [More]In spite of near total enforced and surveilled train control...
Stakeholders
Reforming gun laws and why we all have a stake in mental health [More]You know, the myth perpetrated by the regressives that the Royal "We" (i.e., "they") have a claim on everything, which naturally includes your and my rights...
I'm sure it's a mental illness for some, but for others, it's pretty much just the same motivation that prompts a highwayman to demand your money or your life under force of arms.
I'm not sure whether Bobbie Paxton suffers from an affliction, ignorance, or some darker motive, but hysteria over "the NRA with its unlimited power" does make me question her capacity for rational thought. Maybe if she watched a few relaxing turtle dove hunting videos she'd calm down...
In the interim, if anybody's going to be holding a stake around here, put it to good use.
[Via Michael G]
We're the Only Ones Pulling Enough
SC mayor pulled over, then pulls trooper over [More]You know, give us our "professional courtesy"--or else.
[Via William T]
This Day in History: January 24
I should have been glad had the situation of the Army, in respect to General Officers, admitted of my granting your request for a longer continuance of your furlough. But I am really obliged to dispense with many necessary Camp duties and to send Officers of inferior Ranks upon commands which ought in propriety to fall to General Officers. [More]
Monday, January 23, 2012
Constitutional Crisis?
Sen. Rand Paul ‘detained’ by TSA in Nashville, TSA denies [More]
It doesn't matter what they call it, in this case, he may really be an exempt "Only One" on the basis of Constitutionally-required separation of powers:
The Senators and Representatives shall ...be privileged from Arrest during their Attendance at the Session of their respective Houses, and in going to and returning from the same; and for any Speech or Debate in either House, they shall not be questioned in any other Place.
I'm not a lawyer, but it will be interesting to see if this is an issue. Reps have made such claims for much more far-fetched reasons...
‘Gun for Hire’ radio host takes NJ anti-gun laws personally--as we all should
"My wife Diane actually walked into the house as scumbags were ripping my gun safe out of the wall and they fled-- thank God, leaving her unharmed-- but rattled." [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column gives a first-hand account of how Garden State "gun control" endangers the good and empowers the bad. Also, if you haven't heard of it before, add a great radio show to your list of invaluable resources.
A Numbers Game
The Right to Bear Arms: Over 10,800,000 Guns Sold in the USA in 2011 [More]Question: How many of those purchasers are lifting a finger to help make sure things stay that way?
Just in Case You Were Wondering...
These are the "domestic enemies" the Founders warned us against. [Read]
Who Needs a Gun in Church?
Nigeria: Believers Gunned Down "while their eyes were closed in prayer." [More]Besides, if you shot back at armed "Boko Haram Muslim fanatics" bent on slaughter, "brother's keepers" Colin and Lori would call you an "executioner."
So I guess it's a good thing that's not an option.
We're the Only Ones Not Work-Related Enough
Connecticut police officer fights for answers after being told his life-saving attempt not 'related' to work [More]Gee, they have no duty to rescue people. Where have we heard that before?
Una Verdad Incómoda
One Mexican State Bordering The US Was Deadlier Than All of Afghanistan Last Year [More]Say, I've got a swell idea! Let's ensure their freedom of movement to our side and walk guns over to theirs!
Nutter Gun Control
While trying to choke off the supply of illegal guns, the city must also work to cut the demand for them, as Nutter noted in his inaugural speech. [More]And of course, if Nutter and his promoters at The Inquirer have their way, they'll all be illegal--except the ones controlled by the violence monopoly. That way, guys like this will have even less of a chance!
Right Bill, Wrong Proponents?
"I won't vote for anything associated with the South Dakota Gun Owners," said Abdallah, of Sioux Falls.
Gosch, of Rapid City, said, "The merit of the bill is something I support, but I can't support this bill because one backer is the South Dakota Gun Owners."
The House Judiciary Committee voted the bill down 7-5.
Both Gibson and Abdallah say they have an A-plus rating from the National Rifle Association, which gives grades to lawmakers according to their support for the right to bear arms. [More]
But they'll ignore their oaths of office, vote against a bill that expands those rights and let it tank regardless of its merit because they don't like one group of constituents promoting it? And make sure they publicly disparage a smaller competitor group to their patrons in the process?
I wonder what kind of points they earned for that? It sounds more to me like someone didn't want the bill to pass for reasons of their own...
Wishful Thinking
I, for one, do not want people to think of New Hampshire as the Lock and Load State, but as the safest state in the nation.
State Rep. Rich DiPentimaPortsmouth [More]
Someone needs to explain to idiot Rich here that his stupid little denial-based fantasy will produce just the opposite results.
I guess the Free State Project has a ways to go, with fascists like this still holding office...?
Johnny-Come-Lately
Rohrabacher: Holder ‘seems arrogant,’ needs to resign over Fast and Furious [More]NO! Dammit!
Haven't heard "Boo" from this guy or most of the others making similar noises, and now all of a sudden they want to blunder in, take over, and squander a chance to achieve much more.
Down But Not Out
Storms have temporarily closed Sipsey Street. The power is out so new posts will be delayed until it comes back on.
Mike will be rejoining us as soon as he is able.
We're the Only Ones "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" Enough
According to reports, investigators say the officer had been arguing with his girlfriend on the phone before he shot himself. [More]Just the guy to have exclusive armed authoritah in Furious Mike Paradise.
Everybody who's ever had a relationship go sour, raise your hand.
Funny, I don't see any guns in them...and it's not because of any MAIG edicts.
In any case, somebody may want to mention this to Susan and Brian.
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Gunwalker Journalist's Guide Volume Eight Update
Updated with all relevant entries from Gun Rights Examiner (including by Kurt Hofmann and Dave Workman) and Sipsey Street Irregulars posted since Jan. 5. [Read]
Santorum gives insight on Romney judicial nominees
It seems a compelling argument. But it’s also a desperate one, and one not based on anything besides wishful thinking if Romney’s actual record on judicial appointments is considered [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report looks at the main reason we're being told we must fall behind a man of malleable principles.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Now for the Bad News...
In upholding this action, Judge Rosemary Collyer -– a Bush appointee! –- ignored the Constitution, the Supreme Court’s decision in the Heller case, and the clear language of federal law. [More]Trying to undo the damage of a "Vote Freedom First" nominee...(funny, I thought we were supposed to support Republicans to prevent this kind of crap from happening in the courts...)
Not that her most recent subversive ruling ought to surprise anyone who keeps an eye on such things...
Summary of a Scandal
Considering this can fairly be characterized, without hyperbole, as an international criminal conspiracy, one that reflects callous, even monstrous disregard for human life in order to advance agendas and careers, such results will tell us much about the prospects for government officials being held accountable for their misdeeds. [More]This is a primer of sorts for those new to the Gunwalker story.
You Can Trust Your Car...
I guess preventing exploration and drilling along with mandating "standards" and penalties isn't causing large enough shortages and price hikes to gin up demands for "something to be done" quickly enough...
Connecting the Dots
Intruder shot dead during break-inYa think...?
Self-defence could play role [More]
See, that's why they're "Authorized Journalists" and we're not.
Back At'cha!
". . . we remind the citizens of New York, especially those residing in New York City, to drive carefully through the great State of Tennessee, paying extra attention to our speed limits." [More]Liston Matthews posts a travel advisory.
Too bad there's no way to only retaliate against the oppressors.
Or is there?
Project Loanwalker?
Holder, Breuer connected to players in foreclosure fraud? [More]Time to start finding underlings to blame...?
[Via Scott W]
Teilborg Rules Terry Family "Unauthorized Victims"
Teilborg: Resistance is futile.
Judge: Brian Terry's parents don't merit victim status [More]I wonder, with the questions surrounding Hillary's role in Gunwalker via ITAR connection, if a recusal of this Clinton nominee would have been more appropriate...
Securing Our National Treasures
Senior White House adviser Valerie Jarrett apparently has Secret Service protection. [More]Gee, I wonder why the unprecedented level of paranoia on the part of this administration...?
Houses of the Holy
Investigators say a man armed with a shotgun robbed a choir group at a church in Goose Creek Wednesday night. [More]If people are going to act like geese, why be surprised when a predator shows up?
Still, what kind of maniac would not object to bringing guns to church for self-defense?
What's in a Name?
School Fears “Cougars” Mascot Will Offend Women [Read]If you people in Utah go along with this, here's the name you'll deserve:
How to Keep the Elderly Safe
Disarm them! For their own good!! Before the kill themselves!!! [Read]
That way, this can happen. And this. And this. And...
Say, eggheads: Have you seen this? Although I would argue the headline should add the words "gun free" before "Japan."
Or this? Would you agree "that having more 'Only Ones' with guns may not be a benefit to society"...?
I have had occasion to spend much time in a memory unit at an elder care facility of late. Forgive me if I observe that continuation of broken lives under those conditions is not necessarily the kindest of options, and results in no small amount of anguish and troubled prayer.
[T]he evidence suggests that having more older people with guns may not be a benefit to society, and public-health policies must take action to promote the health of elderly persons and the safety of their caregivers.”Socialis...uh...sociologists Susan B. Sorenson and Brian Mertens said so, I believe it, that settles it.
That way, this can happen. And this. And this. And...
Say, eggheads: Have you seen this? Although I would argue the headline should add the words "gun free" before "Japan."
Or this? Would you agree "that having more 'Only Ones' with guns may not be a benefit to society"...?
I have had occasion to spend much time in a memory unit at an elder care facility of late. Forgive me if I observe that continuation of broken lives under those conditions is not necessarily the kindest of options, and results in no small amount of anguish and troubled prayer.
AZ US Attorney Criminal Division Chief to plead the Fifth
This could be huge: The monolithic front presented by the administration is crumbling. Career law enforcement personnel are in fear of being charged as criminals and are looking to protect themselves. That could mean ultimately implicating higher-ups, as opposed to falling on their swords and taking one for the team. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes a crack in the dam.
This Day in History: January 20
On January 20, 1780, Governor John Rutledge and Gen. Benjamin Lincoln announced their decision to reduce the State's forces to three regiments, with three Lieutenant Colonels to lead them...[More]
Thursday, January 19, 2012
DoJ DoS
Anonymous has sure been quiet lately, but today's federal bust of Megaupload riled 'em up good: a retaliatory strike against DoJ.gov (and plenty of other foes) leaving them completely dead. [More]Try it for yourself: http://www.justice.gov/
They're not omnipotent and invulnerable.
Breaking: Issa Subpoenas AZ US Attorney Criminal Division Chief
Now from the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform comes this bombshell, giving further details on what's going on with Cunningham... [More]Darrell Issa offers confirmation of sorts to yesterday's WarOnGuns report.
The long knives are out.
We're the Only Ones Mixed Up Enough
A homeowner was held at gunpoint and his family pet was killed in a mix-up involving a DeKalb County police call. [More]Naturally, the "Authorized Journalists" tell us the name of the homeowner, but not the name of "the officer."
And naturally, "[t]he first officer faces no disciplinary action."
Bluenoses for Blue Laws
Sunday should be more than, as the current law states, "a rest day for all species of wild bird and wild animal life." It should also be a day that residents can walk without fear in the woods and along the beaches. A day during which horseback riders can follow trails through the forest without the fear of being mistaken for a whitetail buck. [More]Oh, go f*** yourselves.
Sometimes, debate isn't called for.
Ohio Action Needed
Ohio gun owners--are you going to make them carry this load alone, or will you help?
It eliminates a criminal charge ripe for abuse where the officer has discretion in determining if you met his or her definition of the term "promptly" that particular day.
It removes the statutory obligation to notify at any time, as well as a criminal penalty.
It removed the "hands in plain sight" requirements since a police officer could simply say your hands were not visible, which results in the same criminal charges. [Read]
McCain ‘opposition research’ gives further insights into Romney on guns
Of particular interest to Gun Rights Examiner readers—what they came up with on guns. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner commentary notes if they figure they need to know about this, don't you figure we do too?
Capping Vesuvias
Big Mistake. That just means the more pressure containing them, the louder our voices will be heard when they finally burst explosively through the barrier. I sure wouldn't want the fallout of that directed my way. [Read]
Open Letter to Roberta Wagner and Latasha Robinson of the FDA
Because of these intended uses, your walnut products are drugs within the meaning of section 201 (g)(1)(B) of the Act [21 U.S.C. § 321(g)(B)]. Your walnut products are also new drugs under section 201(p) of the Act [21 U.S.C. § 321(p)] because they are not generally recognized as safe and effective for the above referenced conditions. Therefore, under section 505(a) of the Act [21 U.S.C. § 355(a)], they may not be legally marketed with the above claims in the United States without an approved new drug application. Additionally, your walnut products are offered for conditions that are not amenable to self-diagnosis and treatment by individuals who are not medical practitioners; therefore, adequate directions for use cannot be written so that a layperson can use these drugs safely for their intended purposes. Thus, your walnut products are also misbranded under section 502(f)(1) of the Act, in that the labeling for these drugs fails to bear adequate directions for use [21 U.S.C. § 352(f)(1)]. [More]
Dear Parasites,
I guess if stupid unelected bureaucrats can declare Chore Boy scrubber pads are firearms under the right set of conditions, you two "just following orders" Ilsa wannabes can classify walnuts as drugs and make threats backed by force of state arms. Way to go securing the blessings of Liberty there, gals--but why bring up the Constitution? It's not like it has any bearing on your activities.
This is public notice that I am in possession of illicit walnut drugs and am administering them without any license to my family and advising them that eating them is good and healthy for them. In other words, that is, in your words, I am "a layperson us[ing] these drugs," obviously, if you are to be believed, unsafely "for their intended purposes."
Something must be done!
Be advised I am defying you and will continue to do so until you send someone to stop me--before I do it again! Also be advised that I will not go willingly, so bring a lunch (and make sure you include plenty of delicious, healthy walnuts!).
Jeez, next thing you know, petty government tyrant wannabes will be telling us water doesn't hydrate or some such foolishness, like we're Europe or something.
Some growers in CA pronounce almonds "ammonds" because, to get them out of the tree you have to knock the "l" out of them--prompting a friend to ask if we should call walnuts "whaaanuts" ("a" as in "and").
Whaanuts. Sounds like you two
In all sincerity,
David Codrea
Castle Keep
The Castle Doctrine law gives Ohioans the right to use lethal force to protect their person and property...[More]No it does not, either, "Authorized Journalist" Denise G. Callahan, although I don't expect you to understand why I'm taking exception.
And yo, Butler County prosecutor--if someone is in my home uninvited, job one becomes stopping the threat. If you and Colin want to call that "execution," fine. Just stay out of my home unless invited and you'll be fine.
The Larger Danger
We can only say that situations in which "seconds count" occur more in gun advocates' imaginations than in reality. We live in a community that is, by and large, safe and law-abiding, with a populace that is mostly courteous and restrained. The larger danger is from accidental shootings. [More]Here are the unsolved Winston-Salem homicides.
Neighborhood Scout rates it a "4" out of a possible "100." Your chance of becoming a victim in Winston-Salem is "1 in 109."
Now then: How many "accidental shooting"cases by permit holders--that's who this editorial is aimed at preventing from carrying--can whoever expects us to swallow this unmitigated horsecrap provide documentation for, so we can see for ourselves whether or not he knows what the hell he's talking about--or more likely, is just a shameless and cowardly Fourth Estate Fifth Columnist liar?
That being the norm among "Authorized Journalists" is "the larger danger."
If You Read Just One Thing Today...
...make it this:
Thank you for it.
Blogged and posted link on Facebook and Twitter. I encourage all to do what you can to share the link.
[Via SSI]
Brian Terry, Jesus Diaz, Dakota Meyer: Justice in 2012?Excellent work, Kathleen Millar, that helps us better understand the environment in which we proceed.
Thank you for it.
Blogged and posted link on Facebook and Twitter. I encourage all to do what you can to share the link.
[Via SSI]
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Doctors Striving to Become Leading Cause of Death
...to themselves:
AMA "ethics." No wonder these hive insects are anti-gun.
[Via Jeet]
Compulsory involvement in vaccine studies is one alternative solution that is not as outlandish as it might seem on first consideration. Many societies already mandate that citizens undertake activities for the good of society...Try it, Mengele heirs Susanne Sheehy and Joel Meyer. Just understand some will take it personally, and remember your hand in this.
AMA "ethics." No wonder these hive insects are anti-gun.
[Via Jeet]
SOPA Blackout
Huh. The website giving everyone the html code to go on strike by blacking out their website isn't blacked out itself. [Read]
Thanks, no. I don't see how me standing down will hurt the oppressors. Besides, sometimes, the most effective attacks are conducted when it's dark...
Thanks, no. I don't see how me standing down will hurt the oppressors. Besides, sometimes, the most effective attacks are conducted when it's dark...
We're the Only Ones...
Unpacking your bags enough [More]
Jogging your memory enough [More]
The day may yet come when members of "law enforcement" may feel the need to conceal their affiliation. I wonder how many non-"Only Ones" would be inclined to intercede on their behalf?
[Via Jeffersonian]
Jogging your memory enough [More]
The day may yet come when members of "law enforcement" may feel the need to conceal their affiliation. I wonder how many non-"Only Ones" would be inclined to intercede on their behalf?
[Via Jeffersonian]
A Little Bird Told Me...
District of Arizona Criminal Division Chief Patrick Cunningham will resign from the US Attorney’s office effective January 27. He was Burke’s #1 guy.
I'm the Only One Losing My Appeal Enough
A federal agent who accidentally shot himself while lecturing children on gun safety lost his appeal Tuesday in a lawsuit over release of the video that subjected him to ridicule on the Internet and late-night talk shows. [More]And don't forget provided the genesis for "The Only Ones" files...
You'd think he would learn to stop drawing more attention and ridicule on himself.
[Via several of you]
By a Nose
Vanderboegh sniffs at Mittapologia and doesn't like the smell. [Read]
I've been asked by some to weigh in. I already have.
I simply don't believe Romney is capable of generating the fire in the bellies of gun owners that he needs to. And I don't see how national elections are won without that fire.
I don't believe holding your nose will do it.
I've been asked by some to weigh in. I already have.
I simply don't believe Romney is capable of generating the fire in the bellies of gun owners that he needs to. And I don't see how national elections are won without that fire.
I don't believe holding your nose will do it.
The Top 13
Hey wait a minute...this can't be right. [Read]
Where are all the "Homegrown Terrorists"?
Or bumper sticker displayers?
Or Constitutionalists?
Or Oath Keepers?
Hell, I don't even see any preppers listed.
WTF??? Could it be the SPLC, DHS, FBI et al. have been lying to us...?
Where are all the "Homegrown Terrorists"?
Or bumper sticker displayers?
Or Constitutionalists?
Or Oath Keepers?
Hell, I don't even see any preppers listed.
WTF??? Could it be the SPLC, DHS, FBI et al. have been lying to us...?
Project CIwalker?
Garcia was cooperating with investigators until he disappeared. [More]How convenient.
A Jew Rethinks Gun Control
Good for you, Mr. Silverman. [Read]
It's a start. You may want to hold off, though, on any more public opinion pieces by an obvious noob, until you've also had a chance to rethink licensing.
It's a start. You may want to hold off, though, on any more public opinion pieces by an obvious noob, until you've also had a chance to rethink licensing.
Media Matters’ desperation to smear NRA comes out in election hit piece
PVF, as a PAC, registers with the Federal Elections Commission, and there are two convenient ways readers (and reporters interested in doing basic fact-checking, with a heavy emphasis on “interested in”) can see who their major contributors are...[More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner commentary notes what's Brown and smells like Chris.
This Day in History: January 18
A pound of hard or soft bread and one quarter of a pound of indian meal or a pound of flour and a pound of beef or fourteen ounces of pork to be the daily ration until further orders. [More]
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Meanwhile, Over in Furious Mike Paradise...
This is tyranny, pure and simple. Anyone who would impose it is both evil and mad. [Read]
The conveniently unidentified Consumer Affairs spokeswoman, the hearing officer and the appeals judge ought to be identified and held personally accountable. So leave it to the "Authorized Journalists" to only give us the name of their victim.
The conveniently unidentified Consumer Affairs spokeswoman, the hearing officer and the appeals judge ought to be identified and held personally accountable. So leave it to the "Authorized Journalists" to only give us the name of their victim.
Holder position on voter ID exposes racial discrimination against gun ownership
If Perez is correct, that lack of state-issued photo ID is 20% more likely to disenfranchise minorities from their right to vote, why would we not also believe it would have a similar effect on their right to purchase a firearm, as is specified on ATF’s Form 4473 requiring a driver’s license or “valid government issued photo identification,” and similar forms as proof of eligibility?Today's Gun Rights Examiner commentary objects to a government-imposed requirement that they themselves consider racist--when it suits their purposes.
The government can’t have it both ways. [More]
200
Emboldened by a new Republican majority in Richmond, some 200 people rallied on Capitol Square Monday to push gun-friendly legislation, hours before a crowd occupied the same space to commemorate victims of gun violence. [More]200? Hell, I found 1,250 firearms-related businesses alone in VA. Why the hell weren't there 200,000?
I remember we got about 200 gun owners to show up at a demonstration in LA--the weekend after 40,000 of them managed to drag themselves to the big area gun show back when it was still allowed at the LA County Fairgrounds. Most didn't lift a finger to stop its expulsion from happening, either.
Pathetic, the number of do-nothing welfare parasites in "our" ranks. Yeah, let someone else do it. Profiles in Apathy, that is, the gungrabbers' best friends, strike again.
On the plus side, it looks like the cud-chewers did a lot worse.And here's a wonderful illustration of how they operate:
“We think that the laws on the books in Virginia are reasonable,” [Lori Haas] said.Followed immediately by:
Sen. A. Donald McEachin, Henrico Democrat, said at the afternoon vigil that he planned to introduce legislation calling for universal background checks for gun purchases.Gee, they're so "reasonable," we must have more!
Not that the frickin' Republicans will do anything beyond the bare minimum needed to exploit gun owner desperation...
And they can get away with it because, as we observed, only 200 showed up.
[Via Drew R]