The rulers in D.C. seem to think so. SAF hopes to persuade them otherwise. [More]
They'd better, before protesters decide there's more than one Washington to make a statement in. It's not like it hasn't been proposed before. Several times over the years. And the way things seem to be going, some day it's bound to happen.
Tuesday, February 03, 2015
Carter SecDef nomination raises concerns for gun owners
Gun owners have a vested interest in seeing this area of authority explored in further detail. The hearings would allow Carter’s position to be made absolutely clear so that interested parties will be informed parties who can then decide on how they want to advise their senators. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes you sometimes find a gun rights nexus in places you'd never think to look...
For Better or for Worse
Like it or not, it's gonna happen. [More]
Like it or not, Mike's going.
That means all the pro and con advice is now a moot point.
This is the new paradigm all of us, but especially the "gun groups," need to get used to, because it effectively nullifies any "compromises" some may be inclined to agree to. Ultimately, people are going to choose to obey or disobey. Ultimately, people are going to choose if they wish to confront. Once the decision is made, our approval and agreement don't matter. Nothing we say or do is going to stop it.
Once the decision is made, we can condemn them as extremists who make us all look bad, or we can remind any so inclined that the real extremists are those who would deny rights and force their will on others.
I suppose we'll see how many urging "go" will go themselves, and how many who won't will help with the legal costs. But for now, let's think positive, and hope that this turns out to be the genius move some believe it to be.
I don't recall ever praying to be proven absolutely wrong before. That is now my prayer.
Like it or not, Mike's going.
That means all the pro and con advice is now a moot point.
This is the new paradigm all of us, but especially the "gun groups," need to get used to, because it effectively nullifies any "compromises" some may be inclined to agree to. Ultimately, people are going to choose to obey or disobey. Ultimately, people are going to choose if they wish to confront. Once the decision is made, our approval and agreement don't matter. Nothing we say or do is going to stop it.
Once the decision is made, we can condemn them as extremists who make us all look bad, or we can remind any so inclined that the real extremists are those who would deny rights and force their will on others.
I suppose we'll see how many urging "go" will go themselves, and how many who won't will help with the legal costs. But for now, let's think positive, and hope that this turns out to be the genius move some believe it to be.
I don't recall ever praying to be proven absolutely wrong before. That is now my prayer.
Newsworthy
Not Quiet on the Western Front
The culture war is still in the cold stage. [More]
There are some people who need to realize that could quickly change if the pressure doesn't let up. And there are others who do realize, and are intentionally provoking with each new calculated assault on liberty.
There are some people who need to realize that could quickly change if the pressure doesn't let up. And there are others who do realize, and are intentionally provoking with each new calculated assault on liberty.
The Particulars
NRA beating this particular drum in this particular way is particularly galling. [More]
They had to be dragged in -- and you can prove that for yourself by following the way the story was finally forced into the public consciousness -- which naturally assured they would never, ever acknowledge those doing the prodding. It's hardly surprising to see that "tradition" continue.
They never weighed in until after Grassley started making noises. Guess what had to happen before he did.
No offense or disrespect is meant toward the outstanding and original work done by Sharyl Attkisson, but if you click on the "prove...yourself" link, you can see how much preceded the first CBS News report. If your exposure is limited to what the big boy media and the guys driving the weinermobile say, you'd never know any of that.
They had to be dragged in -- and you can prove that for yourself by following the way the story was finally forced into the public consciousness -- which naturally assured they would never, ever acknowledge those doing the prodding. It's hardly surprising to see that "tradition" continue.
They never weighed in until after Grassley started making noises. Guess what had to happen before he did.
No offense or disrespect is meant toward the outstanding and original work done by Sharyl Attkisson, but if you click on the "prove...yourself" link, you can see how much preceded the first CBS News report. If your exposure is limited to what the big boy media and the guys driving the weinermobile say, you'd never know any of that.
You Win Some, You Lose Some
Lane County Flip Flops, Wasco County Steps Up [More]Politicians cheese out because they think they can. They think they can because not enough gun owners have convinced them they can't.
One Hurdle Cleared
A bill to repeal the requirement for background checks on firearm transfers between private individuals and the fees levied to carry out the background checks passed the Senate Judiciary Committee today on a 3-2 vote. [More]I'll bet these guys are going to be relieved. My sources tell me they've basically been shut down, frozen in fear over the prospect of running afoul of a "gun law."
[Via cydl]
UPDATE: I am told "All the house bills died in committee along partisan lines, 6 -5. These are the repeal of the mag ban, repeal of the 'universal' background check and extending self-defense rights to one’s business."
For the Children
Who would you rather have on your side in a self-defense situation -- any number of "prominent" anti-gun males, or this 11-year-old girl? [More]
[Via bondmen]
[Via bondmen]
This Day in History: February 3
Mr Fitz-Herbert presents his Compliments to Mr Adams, and as he is obliged to go to Versailles tomorrow, begs leave to propose to him and the other American Ministers Plenipotentiary for the Peace to meet at his (Mr F’s) lodgings on Wednesday next at eleven o’clock for the purpose of conferring together upon the subject of the definitive treaty... [More]
Monday, February 02, 2015
School FOIA response points to law violation by anti-gun filmmaker
With events and actions established, the Oakland Police Department probably won’t do anything unless public pressure makes ignoring things problematic. They have evidence that a gun, real or imitation, was brought into a school within their jurisdiction. They have the ability to determine if exemptions were in force if the firearm was real. They have a statement from the school director that if the gun was a replica, it was not authorized. They have cause to investigate to determine if any violations occurred, and no excuse not to aside from they don’t want to. On the flip side, it’s tough to believe they would not throw the book at gun rights supporters for bringing a nonexempt real gun or unauthorized replica gun into a school in order to make a pro-gun advocacy point. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes it looks like real law was broken by those demanding more laws, and wonders if the David Gregory Effect will once again come into play.
Exclusive: “Green Decoys” Lure Sportsmen Into Deceptive Trap
Employing a “divide and conquer” strategy against gun owners, often pitting sport shooters against those who own firearms for the primary purposes of protection and freedom, is hardly new. It’s been tried before with other well-funded shill groups established by those who can’t push citizen disarmament edicts through if they’re up front about their intentions, so they instead package them in a way to induce well-meaning but poorly informed gun owners to take the bait. [More]My latest GUNS Magazine "Rights Watch" column is now online.
What's to Consider?
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Consider contacting your commissioners and sheriff to let them know that many counties are taking courageous steps and they should too. [More]I rarely find myself not in lockstep with my friends at Oregon Firearms Federation, but in this case, my reaction is to say "'Consider,' hell, just do it."
Nothing to See Here
So 18 million foreign students and workers — including many university-trained workers — have jumped into the U.S. economy since Obama was inaugurated in 2009. [More]What could this possibly have to do with guns?
And just to add insult to injury...
Thank goodness the Republicans will save us.
Last Night on Armed American Radio
Record setting US Army Ranger Sniper Jim Gilliland, Next Level Training's Mike Hughes, US National Rifle Team shooter Anette Wachter, David Codrea. [More]Host Mark Walters was planning on Jay Dobyns making a return appearance, but an important family matter came up, meaning he'll be scheduled for another program.
It did give Mark and me the full third hour to have a good in-depth conversation.
Suing Everytown
Caught in a damaging lie, and this time, it may cost them... [More]
Bob Owens has the scoop. This is a case to watch.
Bob Owens has the scoop. This is a case to watch.
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