Happy Trails to You, Until We Meet Again

I'm leaving for vacation in an hour and will be back Aug. 6.

I have no worries about making that knowledge public. Now that I've replaced the batteries in their shock collars so they can't escape the property and maul anyone (again), I've unchained and released feral sons Uday and Qusay from the basement, leaving them free to prowl the grounds.

Please hold off on all news tips, emails, tweets, FB messages and blog comments (which I have turned off until I get back). Anything you send will be a wasted effort, as I'll have a full plate and just won't be able to get to it when I return.

The White House petition expires in two days and will be ridiculously undersigned. I'll talk about that when I get back including that I'm not giving up and will figure something else out.  At least I can take comfort that the effort to free A$AP Rocky got the president's attention (not to mention almost 630,000 signatures at this writing).

I have two articles that should be coming out soon:

• On Ammoland, look for "Take Shannon Watts’ Advice and ‘Fight Like a Mother’ -- against Her."
• On Firearms News, look for"Riding the Tiger," my take on what to do about Wayne and why.

That's it. See you on the other side. Until then:

Appealing to Emotions on Guns Results in Infringements but No Solutions to Violence

We're told this is all about “commonsense gun safety laws.” Let’s take a look at the stories behind the girls being commemorated and see if anything the Moms and the Marchers demand, at least publicly, would have made a bit of difference for the victims. [More]

By adopting an "If it feels good, do it" attitude on "gun laws," trying to overpower gun owner objections and resistance, and forcing their will and way on them, aggressors for disarmament show themselves for what they are: Rights rapists.

It Would Help if He Gave Examples

While “reasonable firearm regulations” may not run afoul of the 2nd Amendment, California’s law is anything but reasonable.  [More]

This guy continues to not impress me, but I do see the attraction for Fairfax.

[Via Sam Adams 1776]

#GoogleExposed

"Are we going to just let the biggest tech companies decide who wins every election from now on?" [More]

On the plus side, if they get what they want they'll soon get what they deserve.

Turning Turtle

Modified models of modified models compared to modified models of modified models. It’s turtles all the way down. [More]

That and the water's polluted.

Not Up to Their 'Standards'

A few days ago author Michael Z. Williamson was informed that his Wikipedia page had been “speedy deleted.” [More]

I feel his pain.

[Via Michael G]

Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Piers Morgan Paradise...

Three gunned down after 'masked man' fired volley of bullets in London drive-by [More]

I'm tellin ya, we ain't seen nothin' yet.

[Via  An Hour of Wolves]

No Duty to Protect

In general, a defendant’s mere failure to act does not give rise to liability for a due process violation. [More]

You don't say.

What are we paying these guys for again?

[Via Mack H]

Enemy Action

Check Out the Spineless Republicans Who Voted for the Minimum Wage Hike [More]

They also betrayed us on guns and immigration.

I'd say "spineless" is a mischaracterization. Remember what Goldfinger said.

If you are a gun owner and you vote for Francis Rooney, Brian Fitzpatrick or Chris Smith, you're part of the problem.

[Via Mack H]

False Alternatives

With different political backgrounds, a gun-owning rural couple wants to change the narrative around firearm legislation. [More]

In other words, despite a transparent attempt to convince us there's any real difference, they're both gun-grabbers.

[Via Mack H]

We're the Only Ones Pushovers Enough

Video of the stop shows Smith running from his car with his gun drawn and striking a surrendering Yakish in the helmet with his left hand, knocking Yakish and his bike to the ground.  [More]

You have to wonder why that's the default tactic for someone with "a 30-year career."

[Via Mark L]

In the Interest of Public Safety?

ATF Issues Guidance To Alabama FFLs Effective Immediately [More]

Here's the stated reason:

Because county sheriffs have issued CCP permits s without completing a full NICS check, firearms have been transferred to felons and other prohibited individuals in violation of federal law, thereby creating a substantial public safety concern. For this reason, the standards set forth in the Brady law require us to find that Alabama’s CCP permits no longer qualify as a NICS check alternative. In the interest of public safety, and effective immediately, FFLs in Alabama may no longer accept CCP permits as an alternative to a NICS check. Unless another exception applies, a NICS check must be conducted whenever you transfer a firearm to an unlicensed person even if the individual presents an unexpired CCP permit.

So, as with "bump stocks," they've reversed themselves again.

I'm trying to determine if they have evidence of widespread system "failures" to back this move or if they're simply making an excuse for another reversal. If you have knowledge that can shed light on this, please educate us in "comments."

UPDATE:

Federal officials did not name the sheriffs who issued the permits ... they have not released the names of those counties ... 

Sounds like it's time for another FOIA.

Meanwhile, the bottom line reflects the desired effect:

“It really doesn’t matter what we think,’’ Thomas said. “We’re going to do what we’re told to do.”

You remember that and we just may let you live.

Looks Like Rain

NRA-Board Member, Joel Friedman, Speaks Out on the NRA’s Record [More]

What this does is it redirects the conversation over to points that don't directly deny any of the allegations. The other thing it doesn't do is mention the "intern." The last thing it doesn't do is persuade disgusted members to reopen their wallets.

Fletcher's unimpressed.

[Via Dave Licht]

Nothing Fails Like Failure

President Trump vowed millions of immigration arrests in dramatic raids. ICE caught 18 family members. [More]

And that's actually more impressive than progress on the promised wall.

At least the "migrants" are already adapting to being Democrats.

Good thing this has nothing to do with that "single issue."

Right, "saviors"?

Coming Soon, to a Sanctuary City Near You

Gun-Controlled Mexico: 3,080 Homicides in June Alone [More]

Those are some "common-sense gun safety laws" they got goin' for themselves there. 

[Via James Simpson]

Firearms Ownership and Domestic Homicide ‘Study’ Promotes Anti-Gun Political Goals

It matters because the gun-grabbers want the public to think the greater danger applies to them as opposed to the criminal population that exhibits significantly higher incidences and rates of domestic violence, substance abuse, criminal activities, suicides, relationships and encounters with dangerous people, and the like. [More]

This is what happens when you pour polluted water into the pool.

Enemies All

Crowded Democrat's Presidential Field Offers No Pro-Gun-Rights Candidates [More]

There is no such thing as a true pro-RKBA Democrat. Even if you could find one running for lower office, he'll still support the party and enable the edicts and the court appointments that will undo his "good" votes. He might vote "our" way because he likes to sport shoot and he won't win office if he comes across as a grabber. The party will let him in order to get and keep that seat.

And when needed, he'll betray us. Name one who hasn't.

What Have You Got to Hide?

U.S. attorney general William Barr has said consumers should accept the risks that encryption backdoors pose to their personal cybersecurity to ensure law enforcement can access encrypted communications. [More]

Besides, if you aren't doing anything wrong...

[Via Michael G]

Bleeder of the Pack

“Detectives have determined that the weapon, which was being carried concealed inside a backpack by that individual, discharged unexpectedly,” police said. [More]

Let me guess -- there was other stuff in there and it wasn't in a case.

[Via Mack H]

Nothing to See Here

Kyoto Anime arson killings didn't get much attention because we couldn't demonize guns [More]

And don't forget because it would threaten a narrative.

[Via Michael G]

If at First You Don't Succeed...

The government is to establish a firearms register and make major changes to the licensing regime, in the second phase of gun law reforms. [More]

Because they see how well Phase One is going.

[Via Roger J]

We're the Only Ones Violating Community Standards Enough

Officer fired for suggesting Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez "needs a round," after reading fake news post [More]

Pretty poor judgment, but what stands out most for me is they fired another cop just for clicking on "like" and the page wasn't even "public" but limited to "friends," meaning someone snitched him out.

[Via Mack H]

Here We Go Again

Unlike New Zealand, in the U.S. gun ownership is a right, not a privilege. [More]

I guess Jacinda won't be signing my petition.

And you'd think Cam Edwards would know better.

[Via Sam Adams 1776]

On Democrat Turf

Family of Murdered Chicago Teen Holds Peace March in His Honor – Suspected Killer Crashes the March, Grins and Flashes a Pistol at Protesters [More]

Tell me this isn't an argument for universal background checks!

[Via Michael G]

I Know You Are, But What Am I?

IRONY: Disgraced Dan Rather Insists That Liars Be Called Out as Liars [More]

Infinity!

[Via Michael G]

On This We Can Agree

Prof: 'When I said MAGA teens are modern day Hitlerjugend, I meant it' [More]

Me too.

[Via Michael G]

Of Course You Realize This Means War

"I’m glad to see the left arming itself. This is war." [More] 

If you come here because of shared sentiments, he wants you dead.

[Via Jess]

UPDATE: This is what Larry Charles was commenting on.

[Via Mack H]

It's funny: The left has been comparing us to Nazis. Now they're comparing us to Commies.

Told You So

The single biggest threat to Republicans' long-term viability is demographics. [More]

Good thing this has nothing to do with that "single issue."

Right, "saviors"?

[Via Felix B]

The Obvious Solution

Tyranny. [More]

Hasn't that been obvious?

[Via Michael G]

Keep Your Eyes on the Prize

No, Kamala, Your Gun Policies Wouldn’t Have Stopped Aurora [More]

Who says that's her goal?

[Via Michael G]

You Can't Stop the Signal

Ghost Guns Are Everywhere in California - Feds say nearly a third of firearms recovered in the state are homemade, unserialized, and untraceable. [More]

The best laid schemes o' mice an' men...

[Via Roger J]

A Government Laboratory

Give them total control over a population and violent death is the norm. [More]

What more proof do we need?

[Via bondmen]

Something Must be Done!

“Something has to be done to stop the violence going on and we have to come together as one.” [More]

Finish that thought.

And not like the Missouri AG's "four indictments" will stem the tide.

[Via bondmen]

Left to Their Own Devices

The click-through graphic for the WhiteHouse petition does not appear on mobile phone displays. All I can suggest is on mine, if I scroll to the bottom it allows me to"View web version."

Lifetime Achievement Award

Assuming the turn-in rate doesn’t continue to drop, it’s only going to take them 38 years to get all those guns. [More]

Can you imagine being Police Minister Stuart Nash?

Once More Unto the Breach, Dear Friends

My Monday follow-up to Sunday's ArmedAmerican Radio broadcast is now archived. [Listen]

We're the Only Ones Decommissioned Enough

One of Baltimore’s newest deputy police commissioners and his wife were robbed at gunpoint Friday night near Patterson Park, police said. [More]

Not that the bad guys had anything to worry about...

Speaking of Armed American Radio...

They can't get rid of me that easily. I'll be on again at 3 [Oops: 4] Eastern. [Listen live or find a station]

About Last Night

The Armed American Radio monster broadcast archive is now available for listening at your leisure. [More]

Commonsense Foxy Loxy Safety Laws

What would guns designed by Henny Pennys look like? Big and heavy, festooned with a padlock, proof all 29 warning labels were read, owner fingerprint keypad, microphone and voice recognition software, chip reader, DNA blood-sample collection needle, video-screen on which to take a required test, google search for any racist, sexist, bigoted, etc. comment ever made on social media, and an automatic call to the FBI for authorization to use the gun. [More]

Don't forget those warning labels also need to be in Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, Tagalog...

Give Him a Mirror and He Might Be Able to Find It with Both Hands

The president of the South Dakota Board of Regents has revealed that he will investigate diversity offices on college campuses in the state to see if they are pushing a liberal agenda. [More]

And that's how you get to be president.

[Via Michael G]

The Great Imposer Redux

The crazy Democrat cat lady is a big a liar as Dolezal, Ford and Brawley. [More]

There's a surprise.

Yeah, #BelieveWomen...

[Via several of you]

There's an App for That

We've upgraded our Alerts system.  In addition to receiving these emails, you can also receive text messages or use our Mobile App.  [More]

Just think, a few hundred years ago people had to get on a horse and ride all night screaming through the countryside to get the word out.

Unclear on the Concept

Prosecuting, Anna Vigars QC told the jury: 'He wasn't preparing for suicide. He was perhaps expecting to die at the end of his own lethal killing spree and take as many others as possible out with him on the way.' [More]

With "five rounds of ammunition"?

[Via Jess]

Black Death Redux

Dr. Drew: Los Angeles Faces Imminent Outbreak of Bubonic Plague [More]

How very Opposite Day "progressive." And that oughta separate some families.

Still, you have to admit, it's inclusive in a big way.

[Via Jess]

Mediatricians

[O]nce again we see doctors – too often funded by activist groups – doing criminology research and producing deformed analytical offspring. Worse yet, many in the media picked up on the inaccurate conclusions to pen woefully inaccurate headlines... [More]

A-yup.

[Via Felix B]

Oldie But Goodie

The Gun Ban Lobby and Its Funders [More]

You mean to tell me the grassroots are really Astroturf?

Who'da thunk it?

From the 'No Right is Unlimited' Department

Second Amendment Doesn't Protect Gun Possession in Capitol Parking Lot [More]

Well, yeah, it says so right there:

The Blind Men and the Elephant

Pulse – Training churches to help prevent violence in their communities [More]

Anybody see anything there that would do that, as opposed to just guaranteeing more?

[Via bondmen]

About That 'Public Health Crisis'...

Most Americans incorrectly think gun-murder rates have gotten worse... [More]

Those who would exploit and rule them are counting on it.

And gee, WaPo, what responsibility for that do you bear?

[Via bondmen]

It's Tough Keeping Track of All the Players

The neo-Nazis fighting for Kiev in eastern Ukraine had magically morphed into pro-Russia militants aiding the separatist cause. [More]

"Authorized Journalists" -- is it any wonder I hold them in such esteem?

[Via bondmen]

You're Never Too Old

Killer released from prison, dubbed too old to be dangerous, kills again [More]

I rest my case.

The Children's Crusade

Military eyes 16-year-olds as ranks and candidates dwindle [More]

If they're going to be deemed old enough to vote, why not?

The outraged howling should prove instructive about just how "adult" the Democrats really think they are.

Any Last Words?

91% Democrats see violence next in war of words [More]

Like the guy at the ballfield or the guy at the ICE detention center or...?

We're the Only Ones Wired Enough

Missouri jail worker put on leave in bra/metal detector flap [More]

You're not supposed to walk through abreast...?

[Via bondmen]

We're the Only Ones Trafficking Enough

Former La Joya Police Chief sentenced to 20 years for drug trafficking [More]

Channeling my inner Henny Youngman: When he beat the competition, he really beat the competition.

[Via Neil W]

We're the Only Ones Captivating Enough

Former deputy arrested with gloves, knife, zip ties after allegedly going to meet young girl in Oklahoma [More]

See, this is where the superior training really shines through.

[Via Neil W]

Off Their Meds Again

“This is all about politics. They’ve repackaged their agenda, but it’s the same old snake oil in a different bottle, and their strategy is right out of the gun control playbook.” [More]

Exactly.

Immediate Action Needed

This Monday, a pro-gun stalwart will offer a true school protection bill as an amendment to a bill being considered on the House floor…[More]

You can help -- if you want to.

We Want to Hear from YOU!

Virginia Crime Commission requesting public input on gun control! [More]

I know what I'd tell 'em, but it would probably be more productive for you to be nicer than me.

[Via Felix B]

Catch the Wave

Undocumented immigrants try to rush into US in ‘waves,’ spark showdown with CBP agents [More]

"Authorized Journalists" sure have a funny way of saying "illegal aliens."

But in defense of the invaders, why wouldn't they try, seeing as how, despite the talk, they see the reality of the situation?

Good thing this has nothing to do with that "single issue."

Right "saviors"?

Tonight on Armed American Radio

[More]

Go to the AAR website to find a station near you or to listen via live streaming.

‘Child Gun Death’/Gun Law Correlation a Repackaging of an Old Con Job

Speaking of which, of the “21,000 children” they say “died from guns” [!] we find “There were 14,583 deaths for 18-21-year-olds…” [More]

You have to wonder if, when they were children, some of these doctors ever said: "I want to be an agenda-driven liar when I grow up."

Firearms News Investigates the NRA: Part 1

This is the first article in a multi-part series. [More]

I'm working on my own Firearms News contribution which I plan on spending Sunday working on now that I've got my source material identified and compiled.

A Matter of Priorities

[More]

It's his to blow.

Do as He Says, Not as He Does

The workers began demanding a raise in May, arguing that Sanders, who has made a $15 federal minimum wage a centerpiece of his campaign, should honor that commitment in compensating his own staff. [More]

They haven't figured out that commies who extol the virtues of workers have never worked a day in their lives, are career parasites and expect others to give everything while they never contribute a thing besides their demands?

[Via Henry Bowman]

I May Need to Revise My Law

Ontario’s top court has upheld a decision allowing a man found not criminally responsible in a knife attack at a Toronto military recruitment centre to eventually take college classes on his own. [More]

So he can't be trusted with a knife but he can be trusted with a campus?

Why don't we find out if he can be trusted with a judge first?

[Via Mack H]

'Cosmopolitan' is for Nazis

All the national socialists say so. [More]

[Via Mack H]

So Get on Your Knees and Thank a Wealth Redistributionist Today

David Atkins, a Californian regional director for the Democratic Party and a Bernie Sanders supporter, criticized rural white voters for lacking gratitude in a Twitter thread posted Thursday night. [More]

That and you're a hater.

[Via Mack H]

Things to Come

What the Progressive Socialist Liberals have in store for Conservatives (part 1) [More]

Don't share this though. They'll call you a racist.

[Via  An Hour of Wolves]

No Need for Your Decision to be Pending

SHOULD YOU BE A PLAINTIFF IN FLORIDA CARRY'S LAWSUIT AGAINST FDLE? If you had a "Decision Pending" that delayed a firearm purchase for more than three business days, you probably should. [More]

Don't let those who would happily enforce "the law" against you get away with arrogantly breaking it themselves.

Another Voice Heard From

[More]

Thank you, JPFO. And while I agree it may prove to be "unlikely," it's important we don't lose sight of the greatest impediment to success.

Me, I'm not going to quit trying, including behind the scenes and after the petition effort is all said and done.

Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Piers Morgan Paradise

Knife crime has hit a new record high in England and Wales, rising 8% on the previous year new figures show. “The figures for police-recorded crime revealed there were 43,516 police-recorded offences involving a knife or sharp instrument, which is the highest since comparable records began in 2011,” reports Sky News. [More]

We ain't seen nothin' yet.

[Via CDT]

New York, New York, a Wonderful Town

Critics say Bill de Blasio could be doing more to excerpt pressure on his police department to fire Pantaleo, but the mayor has so far bulked and emphasized the importance of due process. [More]

For "everywhere that he go," I consider the source. But what's the deal with screwing up "exert" and "balked'? I don't know if it's a factor here, but I ignore the vernacular-intolerant (and often wrong) Grammarly half the time or more.

As for the story itself, I pretty much only have one question:

Popcorn?

[Via Mack H]

We're the Only Ones Soliciting Enough

Le is the sixth HPD police officer in the last three years busted for allegedly soliciting sex or for other allegedly improper behavior with prostitutes. [More]

Anybody into chokejobs?

[Via Jess]

Forgetting Their Place

"What we know — and what Virginia Beach won't tell us — about the mass shooting" [More]

Well, just who do you think they work for?

[Via Mack H]

They TOLD Me To!

Flores, reportedly a UCSD student at the time of the November 2016 incident, partly blamed campus officials in her lawsuit, alleging Resident Advisors had effectively organized the protest by encouraging it, therefore campus officials shared responsibility for her injuries. [More]

That takes me back to being like seven years old, getting caught doing something stupid, trying to mitigate the judgment by blaming a friend for egging me on, and Mom replying "If Billy told you to jump off a bridge would you do it?"

Is it any wonder that those who have absolved themselves of adult responsibilities are so enamored with what children "think"?

[Via Michael G]

You Can't Go Home Again

Somali-Canadian journalist returns to her homeland to tell ‘uplifting’ stories, is killed by terrorists [More]

Sorry, but I feel as much sympathy as I do for people like this.

And ain't in something when some of them come here and tell us our country isn't good enough for them.

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Aiding and Abetting Enough

ICE releases list of migrants accused of crimes after police ignore detainer requests [More]

This has gotta be a basis for lawsuits.

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Choking You Up Enough

“You force her to do what’s called a ‘chokejob.' ..." [More]

That a 25-year-veteran felt free to do this in front of everyone at roll call tells us much about the whole barrel, no?

[Via Ron W]

By All Means, Send Her Back

America can never measure up to Omar’s high standards—but no doubt Somalia will. [More]

The ever-subversive Vox helpfully explains how even though that's not their intent.

[Via Mack H]

UPDATE -- Yep, send her back.

We're the Only Ones Penetrating Enough

Los Angeles cop faces two rape charges... [More]

I like how the concern is over tarnished badges.

[Via William T]

We're the Only Ones Predatory Enough

In a petition filed earlier this month to obtain a protection order, the wife of a sheriff's deputy alleged Swyers had sent her a letter in March saying, "Every good predator stalks its prey before destroying it." [More]

There's nothing like making a good impression your first days on the job.

[Via Steve T] 

As They Wet Their Fingers and Stuck Them Resolutely in the Air...

Task force stops short of recommending mandatory storage for guns in Lincoln [More]

But they had no problem going full bore with post-decision both-sides-of-the-fence weasel-wording. Some sound like they're almost at the tipping point.

It's just a shame nobody proposed a lock-up-your-pitchforks law.

[Via Steve T] 

UPDATE - A little backstory from last year:

There is more in the Constitution than the Second Amendment, she said. [More]

They want more than "commonsense gun safety," don't they?

Somebody should have challenged her to flesh out the "logic" on that. And somebody needs to tell these loudmouthed, irritating b*****s that the "respect" they're demanding is earned.

[Via Mack H]

We're the Only Ones with Firm Convictions Enough

Dozens of convicted criminals have been hired as cops in Alaska communities. Often, they are the only applicants. In Stebbins, every cop has a criminal record, including the chief. [More]

They're not "prohibited persons"...?

[Via William T]

Advantage, Criminal

The measure not only requires that your self defense firearms be rendered useless, it also, (once again) holds you responsible for the criminal misuse of a firearm stolen from you. [More]

Hey, Democrats gotta take care of their constituencies...

Too Few have Let the Lesson Sink In

However, people who escaped from socialist and communist systems know the crimes that they perpetrate once the Left takes power. [More]

Except the "pathway to citizenship" generally leads straight to the DNC...

We're the Only Ones in Plain View Enough

Thirteen Philadelphia police officers will be fired over racist or offensive Facebook posts. More than 50 other officers are being reprimanded or suspended. [More]

Really?

For some reason, those behind the effort are not in plain view.

[Via Jess]

We're the Only Ones Customary Enough

Gun-running Long Beach customs agent had 41 machine guns stashed at home ... some of which he obtained by using his power as a law enforcement official ... exploiting his status as a law enforcement officer to buy handguns that can’t be sold to the public by a federal licensed dealer."[More]

What was that about violating the trust of citizens again...?

[Via Dave Licht]

Real Reporters

What the hell is this world coming to when those with paid jobs in the media have to reach out to us citizen journalists and/or quote our work? [More]

I remember one who called me for some comments and then started trying to challenge what I told him, and I had to ask him if he called me for my views or to debate me.

Capetown Ladies Sing This Song

High levels of bloodshed this year in mainly poor majority-black and mixed-race areas prompted a provincial official last month to liken the situation in parts of the Western Cape province to a "warzone", with some 2,000 people killed since January. [More]

Doo-dah, doo-dah...

But don't worry about the current containment. More inclusion is part of the plan.

[Via Roger J]

The Forever First Lady

Don't be surprised if she lets the current field of dwarfs exhaust itself, then steps in and her husband becomes the Forever First Man. [More]

Doctors' Orders

[More]

Fill out the prescription here.