GRE Round Up for July 13

Here's the latest from my Gun Rights Examiner colleagues:

Don Gwinn/Chicago:

America's Victory Shoot--celebrating McDonald victory with handguns and training

Under a cloudless July sky in downtown Chicago last week, McDonald plaintiffs David and Colleen Lawson addressed the irony of Chicago's response:...Keep Reading »

Dave Workman/Seattle:

Harris-Moore’s most serious charge in Bahamas ‘Illegal gun possession’ says a lot

He has allegedly stolen airplanes, motor boats and committed lots of other crimes including commercial and...Keep Reading »

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While you're at it, be sure and check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:

• Jesse Matthewson/Cochise County Libertarian
  
• Kent McManigal/Albuquerque Libertarian
• Kevin Wilmeth/Anchorage Libertarian
• Anthony Martin/Conservative

Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Sarah Brady Paradise...

A former Durham policeman who admitted trading guns has told the BBC that he sold weapons openly in police stations. [More]

Fortunately, "Only Ones" rules apply, meaning "a suspended prison sentence." Otherwise, it could have been much worse.

Pip pip! Jolly good!

[Via Firehand]

We're the Only Ones Horsing Around Enough

Investigation reports obtained by The Californian indicate Payne contacted the Sheriff's Department in January 2006 to report that a horse she was caring for as a favor to a friend had been stolen...Payne later admitted to selling the horse, valued by its owner at $6,500. She also admitted to lying to investigators when she reported the horse had been stolen. [More]

No doubt just one of a few bad road apples...

[Via Carl S]

We're the Fauxnly Ones...

You guys aren't cops...[More]

Well, they have guns, uniforms and badges...

[Via ebd10]

Constructive Possession?

[Y]ou would think that the Police Superintendent, a former FBI Special Agent, should know a little bit about Federal law. [More]

Discussion? Under what circumstances can the spouse or relative of a felon have a gun in the same house?

I remembered reading something about G. Gordon Liddy saying his wife had a nice collection and found an old discussion...

Mike TV

Well, it's already happened, actually... [More]

Here's the back-story.

UN global gun control conference begins in New York

The official policy, written and implemented by those who swore an oath to uphold the Constitution, is to join forces with the most radical anti-gun zealots on the planet. And to be "pleased" about it. [More]

Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at the ongoing subversive activities of enemies foreign and domestic. There's really no other way to describe them.

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This Day in History: July 13

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GRE Round Up for July 12

Here's the latest from my Gun Rights Examiner colleagues:

Don Gwinn/Chicago:

New York Times editorial page mocks a Chicago son's "hypothetical" defense of his mother

(This piece interrupts a continuing series on the Benson v. Chicago lawsuit, which began here and here. That series will continue.) Today, Gun Rights...Keep Reading »

Sean McClanahan/Des Moines:

Hancock County and West Burlington respond to the NRA

As reported in a previous article on The Examiner, the NRA has made contact with Hancock County regarding their...Keep Reading »

Liston Matthews/Knoxville:

Oath Keeper guest speaker at TFA meeting

The guest speaker at the July meeting of the Knoxville chapter of the Tennessee Firearms Associaton (TFA) was Rand Cardwell of the Oath Keepers.... Keep Reading »

John Longenecker/Los Angeles:

Safer Streets 2010: The Los Angeles Times right again??

What is going on here? This is the third time I have remarked that the Los Angeles Times is right on about the second amendment. The other times were...Keep Reading »

Dave Workman/Seattle:

NY Times editorial underscores why media elite is losing relevance

Right up front, the New York Times editorial page Sunday made it perfectly clear that it thinks the U.S. Supreme...Keep Reading »

Had Gun, Done Traveling; Moore is ‘Barefoot in the Bahamas’

This column can hardly wait for the TV movie or the feature film debut, because outside of the theaters there will...Keep Reading »

Iowa case shows why police chiefs, sheriffs should have no discretion on CCW

A federal court case involving the denial of a concealed carry permit to an Iowa resident because of his First...Keep Reading »

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While you're at it, be sure and check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:

• Jesse Matthewson/Cochise County Libertarian
  
• Kent McManigal/Albuquerque Libertarian
• Kevin Wilmeth/Anchorage Libertarian
• Anthony Martin/Conservative

We're the Only Ones...

Two Will Get You 30 Enough

Barrington, 52, was charged last summer with sexually assaulting two girls when they were minors.

Deflated Enough

A former sheriff's deputy who was acquitted in May of causing a drunken motorist's death by shooting out his tire was sentenced Friday to four months in prison for filing a false report about the 2008 incident.

Recanting Enough

A former Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper has recanted testimony he gave 14 years ago that helped convict a mid-Missouri man for the murder of his mother.

Gifted Enough

The government alleges these elected officials accepted gifts in exchange for political favors, constituting public bribery and other violations of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act.

Keeping Abreast of the Situation Enough

A federal lawsuit filed Thursday accused a Travis County deputy constable of beating a woman and exposing her breast in front of an elementary school with her grandchildren watching in May 2009.

Tampering Enough

A guilty plea by former Schenectady Police Officer John Lewis to a felony computer-tampering charge is part of a plea bargain to resolve several other state and federal criminal charges against him, attorneys involved in the case said.

For the Children Enough

A former police officer convicted of molesting or propositioning almost a dozen teenage girls in Marysville, Perry County is facing new allegations that he had sexual contact with a 14-year-old girl.

Entrepreneurial Enough

An ex-police officer who worked in Pulaski and Radford pleaded guilty today to federal charges he sold and used methamphetamine in his patrol car while in uniform and on duty.

Men of MysteryEnough

Two Honolulu police sergeants are under investigation for allegedly submitting false reports involving DUI cases. Now, it appears that drunken driving cases involving them are mysteriously getting dismissed.

Forceful Enough

Diabetic Claims Excessive Police Force After Traffic Stop

Straight Enough

The high-ranking officer said the complaint alleges that the Special Operations sergeant was preparing to leave the police station when he was heard telling officers under his command that it was time to go for "f---ing up some fag--ts" and he said some "fags are going to jail tonight."

Driven Enough

A CHP officer faces assault and drunken driving charges following an off-duty domestic dispute that ended when he allegedly rammed his wife's car with his vehicle on a road near their home, police reported Thursday.

Filling Prescriptions Enough

On Wednesday, Kenneth Bradley Nighbert, 32, pleaded guilty to a pair of counts in a federal indictment charging him with conspiracy to sell drugs and burglarize a pharmacy.

Gosh, I hope the Handgun Cont...uh...Brady folks don't accuse me of "denigrating law enforcement" again.

[Via FFFW]

THAT Explains It...

Facts don’t necessarily have the power to change our minds. In fact, quite the opposite. [More]

We're experiencing an inevitable outcome.

[Via Ed M]

Meanwhile, Over in Furious Mike Paradise...

Since 2006, cops have made 52,000 stops in this eight block area, where about 14,000 people reside. The putative purpose is to take guns off the street. Thus far, they've come up with 25 guns. [More]

How's this liberty/security trade-off working out for public safety?

So far this year, 237 people have been slain in the city, compared with 211 at the same point last year - a 12.3% jump - according to NYPD statistics through July 4, the most recent data available. [More]

[Via cycjec and Harvey]

Amy, What You Wanna Do?

That’s an execution – not an accident. [More]

Here's an update on one of my favorite obsessed Obama supporters who's been given cover by the "Only Ones," the "just us" system, and the anti-gun academic establishment for decades now.

Also see:

Huntsville shooting another 'gun free zone' failure

Why was Huntsville shooting suspect set free after killing brother?

Killer-releasing Delahunt 'perfect' Brady Campaign candidate

[Via Ed M]

Meanwhile, in Memsahib Brady Nirvana

[T]he FBI has said the crippling flaw in the Mumbai police’s defence against the initial assault was that its officers didn’t even carry weapons. [More]

Maybe they should have armed the photographers, because it sounds like the (non?) "Only Ones" wouldn't have fired even if they'd had them.

Also see: This and this.

[Via cycjec]

The Clouseau Solution

Police in Daytona Beach have asked area gun shops to provide the personal information of everyone who bought a certain type of handgun in 2004 and 2005. [More]

Inspector?

I suspect everyone and I suspect no one.

[Via Brian F]

We're the Only Ones Llanto Enough

A New York auxiliary "Only One" who needs an interpreter? [Read]

Kind'a makes you wonder how anyone else would be able to obey his orders...and what would happen if you lift un dedo...

Doesn't a letter of congratulations from Obama mean anything any more?

[Via Harvey]

We're the Only Ones Relying on the Bill of Rights Enough

FBI agent won't testify at Sleepy Hollow cop trial, says she would invoke Fifth Amendment if called to the stand [More]

No doubt because she took an oath to defend the Constitution, right...?

[Via Harvey]

Cock Like an Egyptian

Really? [Read]

An "automatic"? For $300?

Oh, now I see. The Egyptian "Authorized Journalist" is getting his information from these guys.

Figures with all that Egyptian "gun control" the shooter of the disarmed-by-law got it from an "Only One" (all us "hot-blooded Saeedi" do).

You know, the ones those guys say should be the...uh...only ones we can trust with guns...

New York Times editorial shows desperation of anti-gun arguments

"Reasonable restrictions"?

As defined by an ideology that condemns anything short of a total ban? We're dealing with people who won't even cede the right of individuals to lawfully keep a gun in the home for protection without resorting to deception and hysteria.

Here's what they really want. [More]

Today's Gun Rights Examiner notes a tone of desperation. Of more importance: Why?

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This Day in History: July 12

The French squadron, anchored before New York, blocking the English squadron & intercepting vessels which wanted to enter there, July 12, 1778 [More]

Foremost psychologist calls New York City's gun laws 'work of desperate people'

Exactly. We knew this 50 years ago. Human nature has not changed. Nor has reality. [More]

Today's Gun Rights Examiner column notes how much and how little things have changed since the July 1960 issue of GUNS Magazine was published.

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This Day in History: July 10

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GRE Round Up for July 9

Here's the latest from my Gun Rights Examiner colleagues:

Don Gwinn/Chicago:

Second Amendment Freedom Rally today in downtown Chicago

As this morning dawns clear and blue in Chicago, representatives from the ISRA, IllinoisCarry, the Second Amendment Sisters and others are wrapping up...Keep Reading »

Dave Workman/Seattle:

Seattle Times columnist uses vet’s suicide to push anti-gun bigotry

The other day Seattle Times columnist Jerry Large – who did not respond to my e-mail, and he should have out...Keep Reading »

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While you're at it, be sure and check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:

• Kent McManigal/Albuquerque Libertarian
• Kevin Wilmeth/Anchorage Libertarian
• Anthony Martin/Conservative

Wars and Rumors of Wars

Stables and sphincters and turf (Oh my!)

Vanderboegh explains.

Luby's Responds

About what I expected.

I updated today's GRE.

Let's see if sending them the link elicits something beyond corporate weaselspeak.

It wouldn't hurt if some of you independently let them know you expect an answer if they expect your patronage.

A Legal Bleg

Received the following from a regular reader. He's asking me questions way above my pay grade, so I'm soliciting informed opinions.

My father-in-law is a Norwegian Citizen, as is of course my wife. He kindly offered to me as a gift a Sauer & Sohn 7.65

http://www.handgunsmag.com/featured_handguns/sauer38_082306/

I have found that according to the ATF, it carries 69 points and needs 75. I assume this is part of the "Sporting" use nonsense.

Would love to publicize this whole harangue--I am in Kuwait--a Florida National Guard soldier here...my wife in Norway can legally own the thing, but in the US, I can't. We might not be able to press delete all at once on the GCA, but can't we whittle away at the "Sporting" use section. The 2A is hardly about sports and neither is it some traditional home defense remedy. What is Alito trying to sell that "due Process" pablum? Thomas is the only one who got it right.

Anyway, I wouldn't mind any suggestions. Also, if you suggest a lawyer willing to look into it--assuming you think it's something a lawyer would want to look at (would I be denied standing?---do you have to go to jail to get standing?) If I had standing and a lawyer, any ideas how to fund that little excursion--I doubt the NRA will be interested in the "Sporting" use clause of the GCA--I get the impression, Sports is what the NRA thinks 2A is about!

Your thoughts are welcome...I don't have a charity backing me up if you say "go for it"

Addendum:

Some extra details. I have a CR FFL---they told me that was not a good enough FFL even had it had the 75 points--and the item is > 50 years old--but the main issue is challenging the Sporting Rule. Here is the worse item...My Father-in-law's papers indicate it is defective, so it likely can't ever shoot---but I can't be sure. I am in Kuwait with my unit and have not seen the weapon in person.

Thoughts? Discussion?

First Saved Message

DR got Starbucks to live up to their policy and remove a "No Guns" sign... [Listen]

A Question of Authority

"The state seeks to have illegal orders of expungement set aside .... The judge who signed the expungement orders was without the legal authority to do so." [More]

Government usurping authority?

Unbelievable!

Funny though--I assume the complaining DA took an oath to uphold the Constitution--I don't see him squawking over how "gun permits" square with "shall not be infringed"...

But then again, I have a pretty peculiar take on people who shouldn't have guns.

[Via FFFW]

We're the Only Ones Searching Enough

“When I ask for help, nothing happens until somebody gets shot,’’ she said. “And now they want to come out?’’ [More]

Well...uh...yeah.

They want to find out if you have a gun.

[Via Ed M]

A Night of Broken Glass

After dark, mobs form, smash windows, loot [More]

Yeah, it's the stores' fault.

Pretty neat "Only One" verdict, though.

If Grant had popped a prone Mehserle in the back, what do you think the chances are he'd have gotten off with involuntary manslaughter?

We all realize that if the rioting gets worse and the cops end up killing more, we could well see other cities react...?

Praise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition

Jindal Agrees to Allow Concealed Guns in Church [More]

I hate to spoil the jubilation by pointing out that's really not his decision to make, but then I always was a bit of a heretic...

[Via Jeffersonian]

We're the Only Ones Back to School Enough

U. S. District Court Judge Mark Bennett ordered Osceola County, Iowa Sheriff Douglas Weber to issue a concealed carry permit to Paul Dorr because the court found that Sheriff Weber had infringed Mr. Dorr's First Amendment rights. Judge Bennett did not stop there. He ordered Sheriff Weber to take a college-level course involving the First Amendment. [More]

Post also contains the embedded opinion.

Des Moines Gun Rights Examiner Sean McClanahan also covered this.

We're the Only Ones Measuring Our Response Enough

After being told that Curtis likely owned multiple firearms, police surrounded the home and brought an armored vehicle to the scene. [More]

Just fyi for those of you who likely do as well...

[Via Dave Licht]

When "Only Ones" Collide

High Noon in Pahrump, Nev.: Sheriff Arrests the District Attorney

The D.A. Chooses Not to File Charges Against Himself, Investigates His Nemesis [More]

Good grief.

Still, I would love to see the legal filing that contains this:

A review of the Internet reveals that Nye County is the laughing stock of the known universe.

[Via William T]

Dumber Than Dirt

A satisfied Rapex customer has started a Facebook site to protest the opening of a Cheaper Than Dirt outlet in McKinney, TX.

I got a kick out of this bit of hysteria:

The store is approximately 3,800 SQUARE FEET!!!! in size...

OH NO!!!! Why, just think how many of those you could fit inside, say, your average Cabela's!

I don't know who the moron behind this effort is, but if you're a Facebook member, you might want to wander over there and point and laugh.

Will Luby's end Fuddruckers' 'no guns' policy?

Based on the all-too-evident results, Luby's is utterly incapable of protecting its customers, nor should they be expected to. By the same token, if they expect gun owner patronage, we deserve to know their position on our ability to protect ourselves, and if we can expect to see any changes in Fuddruckers policy once they assume ownership and control. [More]

Today's Gun Rights Examiner column notes that corporate acquisitions also assume liabilities along with assets.

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This Day in History: July 9

I was this afternoon favoured with your letter of the 8th. Inst. While you are at Elizabeth Town, I wish you to obtain the best intelligence you can from time to time of the Enemy’s situation and [inserted: of] any movements, they may seem to have in view. For this purpose you will employ the persons you mention, or such others as you may judge necessary. Whatever expenses you are at, upon this occasion, will be repaid on the earliest notice. [More]

GRE Round Up for July 8

Here's the latest from my Gun Rights Examiner colleagues:

Don Gwinn/Chicago:

If you liked Mcdonald v. Chicago, you'll love Benson, Count II: teenagers with guns

This is Part II in a series. For the whole picture, start with Part I: "If you liked McDonald v. Chicago, you'll love Benson" at...Keep Reading »

Sean McClanahan/Des Moines:

District Court Judge awards permit and requires training for Sheriff

On June 17, 2010, U.S. District Court Judge Mark Bennett issued a ruling from the bench that overturned a permit denial from Osceola County (Iowa)...Keep Reading »

Dave Workman/Seattle:
In self-defense — The Quiz

As promised earlier this week in this column, readers now get to test their retention skills (or maybe just refer...Keep Reading »

Kurt Hofmann/St. Louis:

Time for the next round--challenges to gun laws piling up

As we discussed immediately after the Supreme Court's McDonald v. City of Chicago ruling was handed down late last month, McDonald doesn't...Keep Reading »

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• Kent McManigal/Albuquerque Libertarian
• Kevin Wilmeth/Anchorage Libertarian
• Anthony Martin/Conservative

Turn Up the Volume

Wyoming has eliminated sales tax at gun shows, because a few people at gun shows screamed at the tax agents trying to collect it. [More]

Michael Dean looks at cause and effect.

I notice the linked story quotes Cheyenne Gun Rights Examiner Anthony Bouchard.

In Accordance with Security Procedures

NBC News reported that the handguns had, in accordance with security procedures at New York's John F Kennedy airport, been placed inside checked luggage. [More]

Well, I certainly feel secure.

[Via Jeffersonian]

We're the Only Ones Unwarranted Enough

In a little-known city program that critics say may be unconstitutional, cops join fire and building inspectors as they enter homes without a warrant and then arrest residents if they find anything illegal. [More]

Hey, if you've got nothing to hide, what's the problem?

Oh...

But that's OK--this is Oakland. It's not like it's America or anything.

[Via Mack H]

Al Sharpton shows unreasonableness of anti-gun zealotry

[I]t's tough to see how much more "reasonable" the hoplophobes want gun legislation to be. [More]

Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at the hysteria that results from a slight loosening of the cuffs.

Also help a video go viral and watch yesterday's Trigger Sports LIVE!

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This Day in History: July 8

July 8, 1778

Washington establishes his headquarters at West Point
General Washington establishes his headquarters at a strategic point that dominates the Hudson River. Polish engineer Thaddeus Kosciusko plays a significant role in the construction of the fortifications. [More]