MH: Authorities have stepped up patrols. So everyone can 'feel' safer, I guess. One word describe all of this: EVIL. Do not think 'mentally ill' - whoever did this was evil. Period. DC: It was a National Forest, not a National Park, so the ban that will exist until Feb 10 did not apply--NF's abide by the state rules where their territories overlap. That said, both were too young to qualify for handgun permits in VA--another outrage in itself. MH: That is correct. However, in Va., we can open-carry in most places -- EXCEPT in state parks, thanks to Timmy Kaine. I'll send you his pathetic letter later, if I can find it. Virginians can open-carry from age 18 onward. VCDL is covering this. DC: Thanks for the clarification--is the state park OC ban paralleled in national forests? MH: Well, the answer is a bit complicated. The relevant Forest Service CFR reg is 36 CFR 261.8(b): [See gpoaccess.gov for further details] The following are prohibited **to the extent** Federal or ***State law is violated***: "(b) Possessing a firearm or other implement designed to discharge a missile capable of destroying animal life." The problem: Kaine refused to honor an AG opinion which declared that open-carry in Virginia parks is legal. I'll send the documents in a follow up. MH: Here is a brief overview: 1) This is an AG opinion, requested by a strong pro-gun Delegate, Richard Black (his second attempt): http://oag.state.va.us/Opinions/2002opns/02-074.pdf Basically, the idea is if you have a CHP, only the General Assembly, not the state parks department (DCR), can ban concealed carry in state parks. The opinion had nothing to say about open carry. Then governor Mark Warner grudgingly accepted that opinion and had the regs revised to allow concealed carry in state parks. =============== 2) About a year ago, Senator Ken T. Cuccinelli, II requested an AG opinion from the AG Bob Mcdonnell, concerning open carry in state aprks. Here is that opinion: http://oag.state.va.us/OPINIONS/2008opns/08-043-Cuccinelli.pdf [SNIP] I find no specific statutory authority granting the Department the authority to prohibit the open carrying of firearms in state parks. A person’s right to carry a firearm openly is considered universal within the Commonwealth, subject to definite and limited restrictions upon certain locations and classifications of individuals. Accordingly, it is my opinion that the Department of Conservation and Recreation has only such authority to restrict the open carrying of firearms which is expressly provided by law. Thank you for letting me be of service to you. Sincerely, Robert F. McDonnell =================== As you may be aware, McDonnell is running for Governor, and Cuccinelli is running for Attorney General. Once again, it was up to the governor (Tim Kaine) to accept the opinion and order the regs changed. Well, VCDL tried reasoning with his office, to no avail. finally, VCDL received a letter indicating the Governor would NOT honor the AG opinion. VCDL letters page. Kaine's letter [SNIP] DCR's longstanding ban is an important aspect of maintaining the safety and attractiveness of our state parks. Park visitors must have confidence that they can enjoy our parks without concern about the open carriage of firearms. =========== Well, there you have it. I assume you know that Kaine is the new DNC Chair.
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Some Things Can't Be Laid to Rest
Two young adults have been. [More]
Correspondent Mack H originally sent me the story of the two Virginia Tech students slain in the national forest. I'd like to share some of our email exchanges.
We're the Only Ones Egging On Enough
An officers with the Carrollton Police Department, along with three civilian employees with the department, have been fired for egging a house. [More]No doubt just a few rotten eggs, and not representative of all the hard-boiled Carrollton "Only Ones" who are above such childish nonsense...
What did Vincent Price playing Egghead on "Batman" always say? "Eggsactly!"
The yolks on you!
And I do apologize, but good grief. Every story I get seems to be more ridiculous than the last.
[Via Harvey]
Restoring Felon Rights
The North Carolina Supreme Court says a 2004 law that bars convicted felons from having a gun, even within their own home or business, is unconstitutional. [More]The opinion is here.
Dave Workman is soliciting opinions.
I've made my position clear for some time. Anyone who can't be trusted with a gun can't be trusted without a custodian.
Extrapolate.
[Via Ambiguous ambiguae]
We're the Only Ones Probationary Enough
A Chandler homicide detective who was arrested on suspicion of assaulting his wife has agreed to 36 months of probation and substance-abuse counseling in a deferred prosecution deal in Gilbert Municipal Court on Friday.Plus it says this "Only One" lied to investigators.
If Brett Lockwood, 35, completes the terms of his probation he will not be prosecuted on the misdemeanor assault charge. [More]
Hey, I'll bet you or I would have been given the same deal under these circumstances, don't you think? I mean, no Lautenberg lifetime ban or anything...?
[Via Doug H]
We're the Only Ones Pointing and Clicking Enough
Officer Michael Williams is accused of using the red laser on his JSO-issued Taser inappropriately.What a boob.
According to an internal affairs report, Williams pointed the laser at two women. They said he aimed it directly at their chest and moved it around in circles. [More]
What an "Only One."
[Via Harvey]
A Safety Message?
But Lesnick said his son’s death has put a renewed emphasis on gun safety and education. He acknowledges guns should be secured and kept away from ammunition to prevent similar accidents. [More]No.
There is no "one size fits all."
I'm sorry for this guy's loss. I cannot imagine his guilt and agony. Which, along with his support for armed citizens is why I won't give this one a flippant "Only Ones" title.
But that title gives him extra "gravitas" with the media when he speaks, and the message he's promoting could end up getting someone else's kid killed.
[Via Harvey]
Money Talks...
...and of course, the BSers want to portray that as "weird"...
I think a great viral campaign could be started with a "III" stamp. Maybe I'll shoot Vanderboegh an email...
[Via HZ]
Damned American Gun Shows!
UC Davis report finds gun shows as leading source of guns used in crimes...Starring Wal...uh...Garen Wintemute!
This unique report includes hundreds of hidden-camera photographs and video taken from 78 gun shows in 19 states, detailing how American gun shows have become leading sources of crime guns for Northern California, the United States, Mexico and Canada. Also emphasized is the link between gun shows and extreme right-wing political activities and specific action recommendations. [More]
I tried warning people to be on the lookout.
Can you imagine the howls of outrage--hell, the lawsuits-- had Mary McFate sneaked cameras into Ceasefire PA meetings? And speaking of which, anybody ever figure out what happened to Alex...?
It'll be interesting to see the report itself. I'm sure it will be chock-full of Witemutean colon clenching...
It will also be interesting to see if any of the gun shows or individuals have recourse based on what and who he secretly recorded.
[Via JPR9]
Couldn't Have Said it Better Myself
George Voinovich is like a child molester that lists out some good things he has done, as if that offsets the bad things. That is not the way I measure my friends, or my legislators. [More]That weasel Voinovich is from the "Republicans are too conservative and need to be more moderate" wing of the GOP...
That's why Meghan McCain is subbing on ABC's "The View," and Jenna Bush-Hager will be the new token on NBC's "Today."
The neo-cons have to do their part to keep up the illusion from Carroll Quigley's sleight-of-mind scam.
A Tale of Two Cities
VANCOUVER, Wash. - A 78-year-old man with a licensed concealed pistol said he was trapped by two pit bulls he had never seen before, and the only way to survive was to shoot and kill one of dogs. [More]Vs.
SAN FRANCISCO - The 140-pound Presa Canario, Bane, bolted away from Knoller and attacked Diane Whipple, 33, who bled to death from at least 77 wounds. The dog's 100-pound mate, Hera, charged out of Knoller's apartment and may have joined in the attack. [More]Hmmm...why the different outcomes?
Aside from the fact that some out-of -control power-abusing deviants hate their fellow human beings so badly that, rather than see them able to defend themselves, would just as soon they ended up as dog food...
Which rhymes with "hog food"...
[Via Jeffersonian]
Between Two Rivers
Please join me in welcoming strandediniowa into the sacred brotherhood of--there's gotta be a better word than "gunbloggers"... Anyway, go check out his new site, "Between Two Rivers."
I encourage you to read his inaugural post, "It's time to get off the sidelines," and his exposition on "A right vs. a Right?" (I think the 15-year-old nailed it.)
I'll update the WoGroll.
I encourage you to read his inaugural post, "It's time to get off the sidelines," and his exposition on "A right vs. a Right?" (I think the 15-year-old nailed it.)
I'll update the WoGroll.
What Role Does Government Play in Arming Taliban?
It's not just corrupt Mexican officials and drug cartels benefiting from U.S. government-supplied and approved weapons exports. Michael Crowley's "Outrageous: Friends Like These" in the September issue of Readers Digest (posted online as "American Weapons in the Hands of the Taliban") shows the same thing happening on the other side of the globe. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner looks at the unintended consequences of government arms programs.
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This Day in History: September 1
September 1, 1777 at Fort Henry, Virginia - On September 1, 400 Indians laid siege to Fort Henry, named in honor of Patrick Henry. The settlers took refuge in the fort before the Indians attacked. Several soldiers died in skirmishes outside the walls before the siege began. After American reinforcements arrived, the Indians burned the settlement, killed livestock, and then withdrew. In the end, there was not any deaths among the fort's defenders. Conclusion: American Victory [More]
Monday, August 31, 2009
Chris Matthews on Bill Clinton: 'That is the Voice of God'
His religious ecstasy continues, this time for former president Bill Clinton. Tonight on "Hardball" he played a clip of Clinton telling the party faithful that health care must be passed or the democrats will suffer for it politically.
His analysis?
"That is the voice of God." [More]
I put out a second Gun Rights Examiner column today because I just heard this and don't see anyone else reporting it--yet.
The Boompa Loompas
Commentator Boompa shows Oompa-Loompa-like stature when he attacks Oath Keepers:All Police Officers take an Oath to the Constitution, Oathkeepers is a Right Wing Nut Militia and any Law Enforcement Agency who would hire it's members is joining a CULTThis calls for a song...
Boompa Loompa Doompadee Doo
If Morris Dees says so, it's gotta be true
Boompa Loompa Doompadee Dee
Reasoned positions from the SPLC...
If Morris Dees says so, it's gotta be true
Boompa Loompa Doompadee Dee
Reasoned positions from the SPLC...
Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Sarah Brady Paradise...
We're the Only Ones Driving By Enough
OKC police officers charged in drive-by shooting outside strip club [More]No doubt just a few bad apples.
Eight- and seven-year "Only Ones" respectively. Both sergeants.
Bada-bing!
Glad they say they're going to treat them like gangbangers. Draw your own conclusions about the irony of that.
[Via Tony G]
We're the Only Ones Blameless Enough
The tragedy that led to the Adames lawsuit in Illinois occurred eight years ago, when 13-year-old Billy Swan aimed and fired a Beretta pistol at a friend who had come over to play, Joshua Adames, who also was 13. The gun belonged to Billy’s dad, a Cook County sheriff’s deputy. Billy had taken out the gun’s clip before aiming it, believing that would make it harmless. A bullet that had remained in the gun’s chamber killed Joshua.So is Billy's dad hoping to make a buck off his incompetent complicity in the death of a child? That's probably the most disgusting act of blaming others I've ever read about. Seriously.
Billy’s parents sued Beretta, among others, contending that the gun manufacturer failed to warn users of this kind of pistol that removal of the magazine did not make it safe. [More]
But at least he helps prove the point about Cook County "Only Ones" being more trained with guns than the rest of us. Or more trustworthy.
[Via Matt S]
We're the Only Ones Putting Our Fires Enough
Asst. Fire Chief Shot By Police Officer in Court...Here, Mr. Harris...this might help you understand.
“I don't understand why they had to shoot him if there were 7 police officers in the courtroom and he's only one man, and he's not armed, I don't understand why they shot him,” Samuel Harris said. [More]
[Via Harvey]
We're the Only Ones Cheeky Enough
Several of you have emailed me a link to the video of "Only One" Wesley Cheeks telling a protester to remove an Obama sign.
This exchange should be in our minds:
Here's an email exchange from over the weekend that clears up some misconceptions from the media:
Which means these are the people to contact.
I can think of one question for them right off the bat: Do you let this moron carry a gun?
I also wonder if the job really does require an oath to the Constitution like he claims in the video. Because he sure ain't one of these guys...
This exchange should be in our minds:
"This used to be America."That an utter boob like this can hold any job with authority over others is appalling.
"It ain't no more, OK?"
Here's an email exchange from over the weekend that clears up some misconceptions from the media:
Which means these are the people to contact.I can think of one question for them right off the bat: Do you let this moron carry a gun?
I also wonder if the job really does require an oath to the Constitution like he claims in the video. Because he sure ain't one of these guys...
We're the Only Ones Messianic Enough
Another "Gun-Free Zone" Success Story
Parents Fatally Shot While Children Slept...Yeah, no kidding.
Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority officials are fighting to keep a weapons ban on their properties, but say for now it's a losing battle. [More]
We're the Only Ones in Pocket Enough
A Miami cop tasked with taking Crime Stoppers tips had other plans, authorities say, instead taking nearly $15,000 in reward money for himself and two friends. [More]And naturally:
The tips generally came in from the northern part of the county, and the rewards were picked up in the southern half. Some involved a county gun bounty program.Who could ever have predicted such programs lent themselves to abuse...?
We're the Only Ones Maternal Enough
An Essex County corrections officer shot and critically injured her boyfriend, then held police at bay for nearly two hours until turning the gun on her infant son, fatally wounding the baby before killing herself...[More]Thank goodness New Jersey exempts "Only Ones" from their new one-gun-a-month law because they're so much more stable and trustworthy than the rest of us...
And thank goodness the story makes no mention of a pump-action shotgun...
Silence on Friesen Case Shows Continued Media Failure on Guns
So why is it we'd have never known about this story at all if we relied on the "mainstream media"? See for yourself what a Google News search yields.Today's Gun Rights Examiner column highlights yet another "sin of omission" by the establishment press.
Now compare that with something really important to keep the sovereign public informed on, say, "Twilight" or "Jon & Kate Plus 8"...
Aside from blogs and forums frequented mainly by activist gun owners, our fellow citizens would never know the Friesen story happened. Most still don't and never will. [More]
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This Day in History: August 31
Samuel Mason, a Patriot captain in command of Fort Henry on the Ohio frontier, survives a devastating Indian attack on this day in 1777. [More]
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Why ATF Folded in Friesen Case
Probation, loss of a gun and a $25 fine? And a misdemeanor instead of multiple felonies? Why would ATF settle for that when they apparently had him slam-dunked for serious time at Club Fed? [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at the extent the government will go to destroy a man--until their practices come under scrutiny...
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This Day in History: August 30
On August 30, 1777, Morgan joined the Northern Army under Maj. General Horatio Gates during Gates' campaign against Maj. General John Burgoyne. [More]
Saturday, August 29, 2009
SPLC Continues Hate Smear against Oath Keepers
Apparently, you're a hate group if they hate you. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at the real haters.
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This Day in History: August 29
General Washington with a very numerous Army, is between Wilmington and the Head of Elke. How will make but a pitifull Figure. The Militia of four States, are turning out, with much Alacrity, and chearfull Spirits. The Continental Army, under Washington, Sullivan and Nash, besides is in my Opinion more numerous, by several Thousands, than Howes whole Force. I am afraid that He will be frightened and run on board his ships and go away, plundering, to some other Place. [More]
Friday, August 28, 2009
Hate Watch
Hatewatch Headlines...Oath Keepers Gather Strength in Montana [More]Oath Keepers...?
A hate group...?
What do we really expect from the haters at the SPLC?
The iGeneration
As one of you said, I am of the IGeneration, educated and thus able to see anothers viewpoint - unlike, it seems, you lot! Guys like you should not even be allowed to carry toy guns!! [More]Yesterday we pointed out Gary S posting a comment to one of my Gun Rights Examiner columns. I don't encourage feeding trolls, but this child is just such an oblivious example of self-contradiction, I can at least stare...
It All Depends on the Meaning of the Word "Detained"
When last we left The Northern Muckraker, he was getting rousted.
Now he's getting the runaround.
See, asking "Am I free to go?" and being told "Not yet" does not constitute being detained.
Everybody believes that, right?
I mean, a U.S. Marshal is going to deal with citizens squarely, right?
Now he's getting the runaround.
See, asking "Am I free to go?" and being told "Not yet" does not constitute being detained.
Everybody believes that, right?
I mean, a U.S. Marshal is going to deal with citizens squarely, right?
We're the Only Ones Putting Guns on the Streets Enough
Whoever broke into five take-home police cars overnight Tuesday made off with assault rifles after defeating the locked brackets holding the weapons in place. [More]See, this is why police should be the "Only Ones" who have "patrol rifles"--if someone untrained like you or I had them, we might do something stupid like leave them unguarded but visible overnight in our cars, and then who knows what evil might result...?
Sounds like it's happening all over the place, doesn't it, with it happening in Sandoval and Bernalillo Counties, and Albuquerque, in addition to Rio Rancho...?
[Via DJK]
Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Sarah Brady Paradise...
Plans to replace the traditional pint glass with one made of shatter-proof plastic will not be accepted by drinkers, the pub industry has warned. The Home Office has commissioned a new design, in an attempt to stop glasses being used as weapons. [More]Yeah, that'll work.
What was the career advice the guy gave Dustin Hoffman in "The Graduate"?
"Plastics."
Their government doesn't trust them with freaking glassware.
And they put up with it.
Pathetic.
[Via Ron W]
Urgent Call for Camp Perry Gun Malfunction Expert
"Do you know of a reference to the Camp Perry matches where they have gunsmiths to handle malfunctions? Or any other such venue where they are used to shooters having guns that malfunction by firing a burst and then jamming? Time is of the essence on this." [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column is a plea for help. I'm talking to you.
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This Day in History: August 28
That the late Incursions of the Enemy & their Savages into the said county [Tryon], & upon a part of the County of Albany have reduced the Inhabitants to the utmost distress. The Harvests not yet gathered in are rotting upon the ground. The Grass uncut. The fallow Grounds not yet ploughed. The Cattle in a great measure destroyed." [More]
Thursday, August 27, 2009
"A True Champion of the Second Amendment"
"He is a true champion of the Second Amendment," LaPierre said of Reid. [More]I've always thought in spite of his other Marxist tendencies, the demographics of Nevada forced Reid to be a fairly reliable pro-gun vote. So I'm curious to know why GOA rates him an "F"--all I can think of is his support for Obama and other parts of the leftist agenda have enough of a subversive back-door effect on gun rights that they wash out his more direct supporting actions. Regardless, not that I'll ever see it, but I'd be really curious to see how Harry would answer this. And even more curious to see how Wayne would answer this. [Via Brian F]
Start Your Own "Gun Free Zone"
We're the Only Ones "One Ring to Rule Them All" Enough
A sex trade ring in which young girls were allegedly pistol-whipped and forced from their homes into sexual slavery was broken up in Houston this week and several suspects are in custody.Only One ring to bind them...
Five people, including a former Houston police officer, were arrested...[More]
It's what happens when rangers recruit orcs...
[Via William T]
Gary S
In "Comments":
What do you think with "rubbished"? A Brit?
Came across this site quite by accident and cannot believe the intolerant attitude of some and the manner in which Dick's opinion is simply rubbished. Dick has a valid point and what is contained here does not constitute proof - it is hearsay and opinion. Why would anyone in their right mind want to go anywhere with a concealed gun or a unconcealed gun? Does a gun make you more of a macho man? A modern day Billy the Kid! I always thought that the pro gun groups were loony - this site and the attitudes of those that post on it proves it. [More]Thanks, Gary S. People like you do more to discredit yourself than anything I could possibly come up with.
What do you think with "rubbished"? A Brit?
Pools More Dangerous than Guns for Kern County Kids
Knowledge is the key to safe practices. Ignorance leads to tragedy. Provide age-appropriate gun training to those in your care. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column encourages education--for the children.
Plus, I'll be on the Andy Caldwell Show (KINF AM 1440, Central Coast, CA) at 4:00 pm PST to discuss, among other things, New Jersey's one-gun-a-month bill and ACORN's role in using tax money to stump for citizen disarmament. I've included a live stream link. I hope you have a chance to listen.
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This Day in History: August 27
As most of the Men in this County have left their families at home and turned out in a spirited manner in defence of their Country, it is hoped that the Troops under your command will not in the least injure their property, by destroying their Fences, Corn, or Fruit. [More]
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Chris Bunch Supports Gun Owners--Will They Support Him?
This isn't something you can wait on, or figure the other guy will do. Will you do something? Anything? [More]I've said it before--apathy is as great an enemy as opposition. Tonight's Gun Rights Examiner column attempts to give another push.
Anybody wants to lend a hand, I won't say "No"...
Guvermint Skools
'Education' misspelled on CMS teacher coaster [More]If they were truly educated, they'd forget working out a deal with the vendor, make lemonade out of lemons and sell these things as a fundraiser to people who think it would be funny to own one.
I imagine they'd recoup their $1,500 and even make a profit.
We're the Only Ones Who SHOULD Have These Things
"The bottom line is people simply should not have these things and that's why we have laws against them." [More]So does that mean that, unlike Soylent Green, "Only Ones" aren't people?
And I wonder what Mr. Coxe would have to say about this?
[Via Santander]
A New Twist
These are some of the same stupid laws that we have to follow — and some that are being proposed — for legal gun ownership. [More]Marc Folco addresses alcohol and firearms. Throw some tobacco in there and we could have a pretty good time--as long as we left government out of the mix.
[Via Robert B]
We're the Only Ones Threatening Enough
The 10-year department veteran used a knife to threaten one man, then left. However, he returned a short time later, kicked foot [food?--DC] out of the man's hand and pointed the .45 caliber Glock semiautomatic handgun at his head. [More]I've been to Old Tony's many times. I also walked neighborhoods distributing flyers for Proposition E many years ago. The good sheeple of Redondo Beach decided that "Only Ones" like Officer Chong could be trusted with guns.
They called it "a vote of reason over fear."
Oh, and the councilman mentioned in the Prop E link? He's the one I wrote about here.
Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Sarah Brady Paradise...
The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission has advised staff to replace the phrase “black day” with “miserable day”...If their governments were more niggardly, they wouldn't have money to waste on this foolishness...
The National Gallery in London believes that the phrase “gentleman’s agreement” is potentially offensive to women... [More]
The Rules of Engagement
"We're not looking to come across as being heavy-handed," he said. "We want to make sure that everybody knows what the rules of engagement are to help spur greater compliance, so that enforcement becomes less of an issue. But we're still going to enforce." [More]Thank goodness you're not being heavy-handed, Scott Wolfson.
"Rules of engagement." Over this. Good grief. At what point do your JBTs get to shoot?
I guess "Chairwoman" works for Inez Tenenbaum, in a Chicom kind'a way, although with all those "Czars" flitting about, I'm surprised she's not called "Czarina."
Anybody know if there's a feminine form for "Führer "?
Why am I thinking of a fictional passage in a yet-unwritten novel where a Jart is used to provide ironic justice...? Remember those? I miss 'em--they were fun. I think I need to buy a set if I can find one--better yet, two sets, so I can offer one for sale in defiance of power-mad authoritarians.
Gun Registration Not Supported by History
As for those on "our side" who feel a compelling need to volunteer that the Heller decision combined with Militia Act intent now makes mandatory gun registration "legal," remember that the Constitution is the "supreme law of the land." They and those who would exploit their "reluctant" admissions would do well to remember that some of us know you don't need to wear black robes and speak all the ritual judicial incantations to understand the intent behind our right to keep and bear arms-- and our commitment to preserving and restoring it. [More]Today's second Gun Rights Examiner column is the third part in a series necessitated by ostensible "pro-gun scholars and advocates" who seem to think mandatory gun registration would be constitutional. Fortunately, I get some expert help.
Part 1: Gun registration is NOT constitutional
Part 2: Militia Act did not establish constitutionality of mandatory gun registration
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Important Update to Chris Bunch for Congress Appeal
I've been advised that a special election primary will be held on Sept. 1, which is NEXT WEEK with a runoff in Nov. So it is critical that support be given NOW... [More]Today's first Gun Rights Examiner column is a special update to yesterday's article about a congressional candidate who's not afraid to take a hard line stance on the Second Amendment.
I believe if we sit back and let others spread the word on this one, nothing will get done. I also believe apathy will destroy any incentive politicians have to seriously champion RKBA.
I hope you join me in promoting this information.
This Day in History: August 26
The officers commanding corps are to see that their men's arms are immediately cleaned and put in the best order possible; that the ammunition likewise be carefully inspected, and the proper number of rounds for each man completed; that the bayonets fix well; that the flints be screwed in fast, and every thing put in perfect readiness for action. [More]
What?
You mean they didn't do this so the government would have authority to mandate gun registration???
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Gun Owners Should Support Chris Bunch for Congress
We have a politician principled enough to give us what most will not: unequivocal answers on his support for the right to keep and bear arms. [More]I put out a second Gun Rights Examiner column today to introduce you to a citizen running for public office with guts enough to answer this with no weasel words.
I hope you appreciate that as much as I do, and do what you can to support this man, starting by sharing the GRE column link with your gun owner friends.
A Mugged Liberal
State Sen. R.C. Soles shoots one of two home intruders [More]What?
You can't mean anti-gun State Sen. R.C. Soles...?
Or is he? While Grassroots North Carolina has had problems with him, NRA gave him an A.
You know, the same as for Bill Brown...
[Via Jeffersonian]
King of the Hill
The Battle of Kings Mountain, South Carolina, occurred on the 7th day of October, 1780, and resulted in the defeat of Lieutenant Colonel Ferguson, who commanded the royal forces, and the loss of his command, not one man escaping from the battle field. [More]Well, no one expected that outcome, now did they...?
[Via Stewart Rhodes]
The Latest West Coast Trend
Self-caused internal collapse. [More]
Spreading eastward to a state near you.
Man, I'm glad I'm outta there.
[Via Chris Horton]
Spreading eastward to a state near you.
Man, I'm glad I'm outta there.
[Via Chris Horton]
Time to Ban Assault Cars in Nashville!
Pedestrian accidents are on the rise in Metro Nashville, where hundreds are hit, hurt or killed by vehicles each year. [More]Not that we want to confuse "assault cars" with "patrol cars"...
You know what would probably stop this?
Mandatory training, registration and licensing.
Oh, wait...
[Via Mama Liberty]
Meanwhile, Back in Homer Simpson's Home Town...
Increased police presence pledged for Springfield [More]I guess the solution to violent crime is to give Chief Wiggums more power. Lord knows your chances of getting him to agree to this aren't guaranteed.
Funny how all those hoops have absolutely no effect on predators, isn't it?
Doh!
[Via Brian F]
Militia Act Did Not Establish Constitutionality of Mandatory Gun Registration
Of course there were militia rolls--you can't have a command without knowing who's in it. And of course commanders would ensure the men were properly equipped. It's hardly a surprise that some lists would have been kept verifying this. But this was applicable to militia service only. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column argues that some "pro-gun scholars and advocates" are really stretching when they opine the Militia Act established a precedent for gun registration.
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This Day in History: August 25
August 25, 1777
Washington marches toward Wilmington, Delaware, in an attempt to block the British advance on Philadelphia. [More]
Monday, August 24, 2009
Mabell Labe
Fellow patrons had their cellphones temporarily confiscated to prevent pictures from being taken. [More]The nerve of these people.
I'd have refused and dealt with the consequences. Seriously. There's no way I would consent to this.
UPDATE: Some have reported problems accessing this. It still works for me, but for those of you who can't make the link work, here's a screen shot with red underscoring added by me:
Some Questions for Danny Tarkanian on Guns
The Mason-Dixon Polling and Research survey, reported Sunday in the Las Vegas Review-Journal, showed GOP candidate Danny Tarkanian leading Sen. Harry Reid by 49 percent to 38 percent. [More]As far as Harry Reid goes, the NRA is significantly more impressed with him than GOA is. The reality is, NRA is probably not going to give up their relationship with the majority leader over a challenger.
Which means if Danny Tarkanian wants to impress gun-owning Nevada voters, he's got some 'splainin to do--which he evidently hasn't so far...
Now's your chance, Mr. Tarkanian.
Will you answer a few questions?
Will you give gun owners a reason to look to you for leadership?
This looks like the perfect campaign to force this issue. It's not like the anti-gunners have a lock on Nevada. So he can't harm himself by being unequivocal and strong.
I'm sending this to Mr. Tarkanian via email. Whether he responds or declines, you'll know about it.
UPDATE: He passed with flying colors.
We're the Only Ones Hierarchical Enough
A retired Lorain police sergeant has said that when he was on the force, his fellow officers engaged in “nonconsensual sexual misconduct” with members of the public while they were on duty and weren’t meaningfully disciplined for it, according to court documents filed Wednesday. [More]Nonconsensual sexual misconduct”?
Is that "Only One" code-speak for "rape"?
Well, yeah, I understand why there was no "meaningful discipline," seeing as how the immediate response that a rape attempt deserves would deplete the force of so many "bad apples" there apparently wouldn't be that many left in the barrel...
We're the Only Ones Selling It, Loving It Enough
Some TN Permit Holders are Now Felons
The effect of the new law is that now even non-violent felons are prohibited from possessing any firearms and also from buying firearms (TCA 39-17-1316) and also from having a handgun carry permit (TCA 39-17-1351) even if they have previously had their full rights of citizenship restored by a Tennessee court. They cannot hunt with a firearm. They cannot have a firearm in their home for self-defense. They cannot work as an armed guard. They cannot work in an armed law enforcement position.How did this happen?
They are unindicted felons instantly on July 1, 2008 whose names are in many state databases as firearms owners. [More]
Apparently, the current NRAILA lobbyist chooses not to consult me or to my knowledge any other practicing Tennessee attorney with experience in these areas.Well, perhaps "the current NRAILA lobbyist" has superior credentials...? I'd think working for the Council on Foreign Relations would count for something...
[Via JH]
Gun Registration is NOT Constitutional
Where I can and do disagree is with any representation that the Founders would have considered mandatory gun registration constitutional. These were the people who wrote "shall not be infringed" into the Second Amendment, and they did not delegate to government any power over gun ownership. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column disagrees with some "reluctant... 'pro-gun scholars and advocates'" who, for reasons of their own, feel compelled to make unwarranted public concessions to the enemy.
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This Day in History: August 24
General Greene's and Genl. Stephen's divisions are to march to morrow morning at four o'clock precisely, if it should not rain, towards Wilmington, and encamp on the first good ground beyond Naaman's creek. All the horse are likewise to march at the same time, and proceed to Wilmington, and encamp on the first good ground there, or in their neighbourhood thereof. [More]
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Are You Doing Business with Anti-Gun Companies?
There’s an old bumper sticker that says "Ted Kennedy’s Car Has Killed More People than My Gun." Perhaps it’s time to create one that says "Sara Lee Has Killed More People than the Manson Family." And to wonder why they don’t focus on controlling their product quality instead of our guns. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner posts an old article a magazine feared to publish. I posted this several years ago on WarOnGuns, but most readers will not have seen it before.
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This Day in History: August 23
On August 23, 1777, Arnold was told of the success of his agent's mission. He next received word from Colonel Gansevoort that St. Leger was retreating. [More]
Saturday, August 22, 2009
'Travel Icon' Frommer Just an Anti-Gun Bigot
Two truisms come to mind that Arthur's anti-gun adventure confirms: Write what you know and there's no fool like an old fool. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at an ignorant old fool.
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This Day in History: August 22
August 22, 1777
British Colonel Barry St. Leger abandons Fort Stanwix for Canada as Arnold's forces approach. [More]
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