British Attack on Savannah December 28, 1778
By 1778, the British altered their strategy to subdue the American rebellion. An army of over 3,000 British regulars, German mercenaries and American Loyalists sailed from New York to capture Savannah. Under the command of Lt. Col. Archibald Campbell, the expedition would use the city as a base of operations against Patriot forces in the South. The British advance into Savannah was virtually uncontested by the surprised Georgia Continentals. For the duration of the war in America, Savannah was an occupied city. [More]
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
This Day in History: December 28
Monday, December 27, 2010
GRE Round Up for December 27
Here are the latest offerings from my fellow GREs:
Liston Matthews/Knoxville:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Kurt Hofmann/St. Louis:
Liston Matthews/Knoxville:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Kurt Hofmann/St. Louis:
- Ask your congressman to join Rep. Rehberg effort to block BATFE power grab
- Attorney General Holder fans flames of 'homegrown terrorism' suspicion
Shooting the Moon
Nicely done.
We're the Only Ones On Santa's "Nice" List Enough
Santas steal gun from Swedish palace guard [More]That's some serious protection that official Swedish meatball was providing there...which explains the justification for all this...
[Via Michael G]
We're the Only Ones Low Brow Enough
James Debrow, that is, who evidently specializes in creative tyranny. [Read]
WikiLeaks cables: Mexican military have ‘little faith’ in police
Draw your own conclusions on the character of those who propose infringing on our right to keep and bear arms as a solution to any of this. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column asks if you can't trust Los Unicos, who can you trust?
Also get an update on some ethics-challenged "Authorized Journalists" and resolve to stop with the unsubstantiated rumors already.
Rumor has it you'll share the link?
This Day in History: December 27
On December 27, 1778 British landed at Girardeau's plantation and attacked two days later. A battery at the site of the present Fort Jackson lay in ruins near the landing point. One map of the scene shows Girardeau's Plantation mistakenly labeled "Gordon's." British forces won control of the city. [More]
Sunday, December 26, 2010
State of Emergency
Leave those guns at home, folks. [Read]
It's the law!
It's not like government doesn't have ample evidence to show the dangers of going around armed in severe winter weather...
UPDATE: Looks like they're learning to be "gun shy."
It's the law!
It's not like government doesn't have ample evidence to show the dangers of going around armed in severe winter weather...
UPDATE: Looks like they're learning to be "gun shy."
All I Want for Christmas...
When we first met this young man, we saw a rather unique and creative way to encourage the next generation. Here's an update that's fitting for the season:
Sounds like their parenting methods are working just fine. I can only imagine how horrified the Gungrinches must be.
This is Payton’s Christmas list:
- Shotgun
- Butt stock shell holder
- Gun case for shotgun - Thanks Grandma and Grandpa Meyer
- Fireproof safe to keep knives and other valuables
- Rotary tool (Dremel)
- Medicine ball
Sounds like their parenting methods are working just fine. I can only imagine how horrified the Gungrinches must be.
Will Baucus-Tester opposition to ATF rule be used to forgive bad votes?
They keep the house looking freshly-painted while those they enable tunnel underneath eroding the foundations. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at what is either a sincere and principled stance, or else a superficial clean-up effort.
Also resolve to arm the children!
Share the link?
This Day in History: December 26
On December 26, 1778, nine German mercenaries froze at their posts in Newport, Rhode Island that later became known as the Hessian Storm. [More]
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Have a Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas.Today's Gun Rights Examiner column...ah forget it. It's Christmas.
Now: What in the world are you doing here? [More]
Friday, December 24, 2010
An Important Message for All Sipsey Street Irregulars...uh...Regulars
While society rewards the likes of Snooki from Jersey Shore with celebrity and fortune, and while lying, incompetent "Authorized Journalists" enjoy their paychecks, benefits, matching 401K contributions and the like, the market for liberty leadership is flat.
We need the leaders, but no one seems willing to pay for them.
Friends of Mike Vanderboegh have contacted me and are concerned that he's financially hurting. I know for a fact that he is--with health problems also being a concern--and have been wondering what we who look to him on a regular basis for analysis, guidance and leadership can do.
As would be expected, Mike is not only proud, but selfless. When I contacted him about saying something--because I don't wish to embarrass him--his response did not surprise me in the least. I don't make a practice of sharing private emails, and I trust he'll forgive me for sharing a portion of this one--while admitting the difficult time his family is facing, this was his primary response:
Not a cent in gift money.
What I will ask you to do --all of you who visit his site every day and receive value from it--is pay for that value. I'm asking you to voluntarily subscribe to Sipsey Street Irregulars and help Mike continue to bring YOU his daily reports and insights.
Just so we're clear: This is NOT CHARITY. This is PAYMENT FOR SERVICES BEING RENDERED.
How much? I won't put a ceiling on the maximum, but would submit the recommended minimum should be something we all, with very few exceptions/excuses can afford: A dollar a month.
I see from Mike's Site Meter that SSI brings in around 2,400 discrete visitors each day. That means if we all do this, the guy will actually be able to pay most of the bills and focus on giving us what he's been selflessly providing every day for years--with no compensation or expectations of personal gain.
What is this guy, our slave? Do people pay you for what you do?
I'll accept that some--a few--are simply not in a position to do this, with financial straits of their own. But I bet most of us are able. How much do we spend a year on ammo? Do you think we can get through this without intellectual ammunition and leadership?
How many will man up and do the right thing? 3/4? Half?Under a dozen of you?
My experience with trying to get simple things done, like sharing a link or sending an email, does not fill me with great hopes. Sorry, not trying to start a fight here, but I've said before, if anything induces me to finally hang things up and take care of Number One, it will be those "Profiles in Apathy" that to me represent a greater threat than the antis will ever be capable of presenting.
I don't want to hear great words of Liberty and "Is it time yet?" and all the other brave words of defiance from thousands of self-professed Threepers who won't even do this small thing. If you won't do it, if you won't help when you know in your heart you could, my guess is it will show the oppressor all he needs to know about the personal commitment of those who say they'll stand up to him.
Regulars here know I never ask anyone to do anything I'm not willing to do myself.
My envelope with my $12 annual subscription fee is in the mail.
If you agree with me, yours will be too, and you'll spread the word.
And I apologize to Mike if this embarrasses him. I did not get his permission to do this. But unless he tells me flat out that leaving this plea up will end our friendship, I'll not obey any orders from him to take this post down.
We need the leaders, but no one seems willing to pay for them.
Friends of Mike Vanderboegh have contacted me and are concerned that he's financially hurting. I know for a fact that he is--with health problems also being a concern--and have been wondering what we who look to him on a regular basis for analysis, guidance and leadership can do.
As would be expected, Mike is not only proud, but selfless. When I contacted him about saying something--because I don't wish to embarrass him--his response did not surprise me in the least. I don't make a practice of sharing private emails, and I trust he'll forgive me for sharing a portion of this one--while admitting the difficult time his family is facing, this was his primary response:
I am loath to ask other people for money when things are so very tight everywhere and they should be preparing themselves.Regulars here know I never ask for money for myself (although I do shamelessly hound to share my Examiner links so those cheap ########! can pay me). In this case, I'm not going to ask you to send Mike a donation either.
Not a cent in gift money.
What I will ask you to do --all of you who visit his site every day and receive value from it--is pay for that value. I'm asking you to voluntarily subscribe to Sipsey Street Irregulars and help Mike continue to bring YOU his daily reports and insights.
Just so we're clear: This is NOT CHARITY. This is PAYMENT FOR SERVICES BEING RENDERED.
How much? I won't put a ceiling on the maximum, but would submit the recommended minimum should be something we all, with very few exceptions/excuses can afford: A dollar a month.
I see from Mike's Site Meter that SSI brings in around 2,400 discrete visitors each day. That means if we all do this, the guy will actually be able to pay most of the bills and focus on giving us what he's been selflessly providing every day for years--with no compensation or expectations of personal gain.
What is this guy, our slave? Do people pay you for what you do?
I'll accept that some--a few--are simply not in a position to do this, with financial straits of their own. But I bet most of us are able. How much do we spend a year on ammo? Do you think we can get through this without intellectual ammunition and leadership?
How many will man up and do the right thing? 3/4? Half?Under a dozen of you?
My experience with trying to get simple things done, like sharing a link or sending an email, does not fill me with great hopes. Sorry, not trying to start a fight here, but I've said before, if anything induces me to finally hang things up and take care of Number One, it will be those "Profiles in Apathy" that to me represent a greater threat than the antis will ever be capable of presenting.
I don't want to hear great words of Liberty and "Is it time yet?" and all the other brave words of defiance from thousands of self-professed Threepers who won't even do this small thing. If you won't do it, if you won't help when you know in your heart you could, my guess is it will show the oppressor all he needs to know about the personal commitment of those who say they'll stand up to him.
Regulars here know I never ask anyone to do anything I'm not willing to do myself.
My envelope with my $12 annual subscription fee is in the mail.
Mike Vanderboegh
P.O. Box 926
Pinson, AL 35126.
If you agree with me, yours will be too, and you'll spread the word.
And I apologize to Mike if this embarrasses him. I did not get his permission to do this. But unless he tells me flat out that leaving this plea up will end our friendship, I'll not obey any orders from him to take this post down.
We're the Only Ones Eluded Enough
Once You Are Approved
You can’t just go pick up a pistol license. Oneida County Judge Michael Dwyer, the county’s chief pistol license officer, requires prospective applicants to complete the first eight hours of the National Rifle Association basic pistol course.They're not only oath breakers, they're blasphemers.
“After that, you can make an appointment to be fingerprinted, and it’s a four-month process (background checks and more),” Sullivan said. “Once you are approved, you can buy a gun.” [More]
But perhaps I'm being too hard on them, and too ungrateful for the safeguards and protections they offer: After all, if they can get the violent criminals to do this, they're keeping us all a lot safer.
And remember: Enforce existing gun laws!
We're the Only Ones Pulling Out Enough
Harpole says the 42-year-old officer, a 9-year veteran of the force, pulled out his gun and shot the man with the knife. [More]"Only Ones" can do that in Milwaukee.
A Disarming Video
Three days after he posted a series of six video clips recorded with a cell phone camera at San Francisco International Airport, four federal air marshals and two sheriff's deputies arrived at his house to confiscate his federally-issued firearm. The pilot recorded that event as well and provided all the video to News10.Make sure you watch the video. That's quite a gang-up. I'm surprised they didn't at least kill his dog.
At the same time as the federal marshals took the pilot's gun, a deputy sheriff asked him to surrender his state-issued permit to carry a concealed weapon.
A follow-up letter from the sheriff's department said the CCW permit would be reevaluated following the outcome of the federal investigation. [More]
So much for depending on the government for permission to keep and bear arms. They don't like you and so much for that. But doesn't this just show the ridiculousness of the whole presumption--that videotaping official thugs and boobs makes someone who knows them when he sees them too dangerous to be trusted with a firearm.
But he can still fly.
So say the "Only Ones."
[Via Lots of You]
We're the Only Ones Instructive Enough
An instructor for the Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy is recovering from a gunshot wound suffered during a training session Tuesday in Summit County. [More]
He "was shot."
And "the shooting happened."
And no, of course they won't tell us who he is. Which will make entering his name as a Lee Paige Award finalist problematic...
Senate ducks Traver ATF vote
Had they done that—and had a vote occurred—it could have widened fractures in Democrat solidarity and further weakened the administration’s influence. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at a dodged bullet, but notes the gun ain't empty yet.
And speaking of guns, why not resolve to buy one?
Shoot the link over to your friends?
Thursday, December 23, 2010
GRE Round Up for December 23
Here are the latest offerings from my fellow GREs:
Mike Stollenwerk/DC:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
Mike Stollenwerk/DC:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
A Sticky Situation
Remember when I asked:
It's already happened.
[Via Mack H]
I wonder if an NRA sticker would do it? Is this not a real-world example to prove the answer is "Yes"?
It's already happened.
[Via Mack H]
We're the Only Ones Sweet Enough
A diabetic suffering "a medical emergency caused by dangerously low sugar levels" was pulled over by Hamilton County Sheriff's officers, Tasered repeatedly, "violently dragged from the vehicle, thrown on the ground, kicked in the head by a boot, and stomped mercilessly while lying on his back," the man claims in Federal Court. [More]Yeah, these damn people who can't control their own body chemistry piss me off, too.
[Via William T]
We're the Only Ones Experiencing Wedded Bliss Enough
TWIC! SWAC!
Nice to know the guy everybody reports in to on this is immune from the requirements...
[Via David O]
We're the Only Ones Certifiable Enough
A deputy had knowingly operated the Golden Eagle II radar unit to clock speeds and write traffic tickets even though he lacked the mandated certification and training.So what can we conclude about the character of someone who would lie in order to extract revenue from citizens under color of authority? And what should the proper response be when waylaid by an armed highwayman?
Making matters worse, the deputy, Steven Gagnon, repeatedly lied about his certification status to his supervisors, the commander said. [More]
[Via Portly Pirate]
They Don't Even Pretend Any More...
...to actually report, as opposed to giving the antis an exclusive forum. [Read]
I've thought of a new joke:
What's the difference between an "Authorized Journalist" and a domestic enemy?
I'm having trouble coming up with a humorous punch line.
I've thought of a new joke:
What's the difference between an "Authorized Journalist" and a domestic enemy?
I'm having trouble coming up with a humorous punch line.
We're the Only Ones Unidentified Enough
The city of Plano faces a lawsuit levied by the family of the man who was accidentally shot and killed by a Plano police sergeant in October...What do you think the chances are you'd remain anonymous and on paid leave if you accidentally killed an "Only One"?
The officer, who was a part of an undercover narcotics unit, has not been identified yet and is still on administrative leave as the police continue with an internal investigation stemming from the incident. [More]
Gee, Whatever Can Be Done?
Three masked gunmen storm a local bank, terrifying tellers and customers. Investigators released surveillance photos in hopes of getting the violent robbers off the street.
The men robbed the Fifth Third Bank at Lorain Avenue and Fulton Road in Cleveland just before 3:00 p.m. Friday. [More]
You know, Fifth Third Bank...
At what point do these enablers become liable...?
We're the Only Ones Held Accountable Enough
A former special agent with the Cleveland Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives pleaded guilty to stealing money that had been seized during the execution of a federal search warrant. [More]Just one bad apple in the BATFU barrel, right?
I wonder how many lives this criminal has ruined in the mean time?
Henny Youngman Redux
Doctor, it hurts when I do this.
Then don't do that.
Celebrities. Is it any wonder their political opinions mean so much to us?
Then don't do that.
Celebrities. Is it any wonder their political opinions mean so much to us?
"Millions"
More than 18 months after U.S. Customs and Border Protection inspectors were supposed to start enforcing stringent ID requirements at the nation's land borders, millions of travelers are still being admitted without passports or other secure IDs, a new government audit shows. [More]"Millions."
If that doesn't prove the whole thing is an illusion, nothing does.
Remember that as they grope your junk. And when the next mass attack happens. And when the government uses that as the excuse to impose further controls on you.
Illegal Possession
At first I was going to point out the absurdity when they called this creature an "educator," but then I realized that's exactly what she's done here...[Read]
[Via lots of you]
[Via lots of you]
El Paso Times on ‘automatic weapons’ purchases: Ignorance or deception?
Liars or incompetents. There’s no third way here. Unless you want to include “lazy.” [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at some lazy, incompetent liars. You know, typical anti-gun "Authorized Journalists"...
Also watch a Christmas special and refuse to spend another dime.
Do something truthful and special, and spend a moment sharing the link?
This Day in History: December 23
The troops from New York, under the command of Lt. Colonel Archibald Campbell, arrive at Tybee Island on December 23, 1778. They are a month late. Forces from St. Augustine under the command of Augustine Prevost join them. Together they march on Savannah. [More]
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
GRE Round Up for December 22
I didn't post a Round Up yesterday because of all the link foul-ups, but Kurt Hofmann was not deterred and posted one on Armed & Safe.
I'll try again now. Here are the latest offerings from my fellow GREs:
Ed Stone/Atlanta:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
I'll try again now. Here are the latest offerings from my fellow GREs:
Ed Stone/Atlanta:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
- Violent crime stays down as more Washingtonians are packing
- Fish & Wildlife merger with Parks and this morning’s ‘public’ meeting
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
An Animated Conversation
A Distinct Advantage
“One Shot provides the warfighter with a distinct advantage,” said Dan Schultz, vice president for Lockheed Martin’s Ship and Aviation Systems business. [More]I don't suppose it's in anyone's interests to ensure that those deemed necessary to the security of a free State have a distinct advantage...?
The Army’s Aviation Applied Technology Directorate also recently awarded Lockheed Martin a contract to incorporate One Shot technology into the Autonomous Rotorcraft Sniper System, which features a powerful rifle fitted into a highly stabilized turret mounted on board an unmanned helicopter or tower.I'm assuming this won't be available to We the People, either. If you were tasked with monkeywrenching this, how would you go about it? Might be best to have that theoretical discussion now...
[Via Thomas P]
When Assault Snow Shovels Are Outlawed...
We're the Only Ones Choking Off Your Options Enough
If you do anything, you're "vigilantes." [Read]
If we do it, well, we are the "Only Ones"...even if so far we've proven utter failures.
Hey we have an idea--it's OK if you become our little bi...uh...snitch!
[Via Jeffersonian]
If we do it, well, we are the "Only Ones"...even if so far we've proven utter failures.
Hey we have an idea--it's OK if you become our little bi...uh...snitch!
[Via Jeffersonian]
We're the Only Ones Where the Rubber Meets the Road Enough
The Usual Suspects
The Perils of Pauline
Their actions provoked a reorganization and professionalization of the militia, which became known as the National Guard. [More]Just the "organized" part, Pauline.
I hardly believe you don't know that.
Or that "Congress has established the present National Guard under its own power to raise armies, expressly stating that it was not doing so under its power to organize and arm the militia."
Or that you're unaware of the overwhelming documentation detailing the intent of the Founders that the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.
But I guess I forget my place. Current accepted thought among the more enlightened is that we mere rustics are simply too unschooled to weigh in on matters best left for interpretation by a qualified class of academics and legal professionals.
I'm sorry, Pau...uh...Dr. Maier. It won't happen again. You were saying?
Enhance Existing Gun Laws!
"They look just like real guns," said Salay. "I know, because I have 20 firearms myself." Salay said he is an NRA-certified gun instructor, a military veteran and a Boy Scout leader. [More]Oh, that explains it.
Plus he's an "Only One"!
Yo, dumb-fu...dd: They're already illegal in CA.
Which would have baffled the hell out of me and every one of my siblings and friends had you polled us several decades back...
Second Amendment attorney: ATF’s proposed long gun ‘emergency’ regs illegal
Further, the report claims “The regulation proposed is outside the statutory grant of authority to record information about multiple sales of firearms,” a concern Second Amendment scholar, author and attorney David T. Hardy details on his Of Arms and the Law blog... [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column clears up some confusion caused by a bureaucrat who doesn't want to confuse us as he confuses usurpation with legitimate authority.
Clear?
Then tune in to Trigger Sports--it's Pre-recorded! this time (don't be confused, just watch and enjoy), and resolve to surround yourself with guns, guns and more guns...
The more people you share the link with, the fewer will end up being confused by all this...
This Day in History: December 22
GENERAL ORDERS
Head Quarters, Middle Brook, Tuesday, December 22, 1778.
Parole Narraganset. Countersigns Otis, Portsmouth.
At a General Court Martial whereof Majr. Genl. Lord Stirling was President, held the 4th. of July last at Brunswick and at other times and places afterwards by Adjournment for the trial of Majr. Genl. Lee on the following charges... [More]
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Tick...Tick...Tick...
Neat clock. Except instead of an alarm, if you don't wake up first, it smashes your skull in. [View]
Perfectly Clear
I wanted to make sure everyone heard from me about this law enforcement initiative so there isn’t any confusion. [More]No confusion here, Ken. I know exactly what this is about.
Some People Have No Shame
BRADY CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE
For Immediate Release
December 21, 2010
Contact: Caroline Brewer, 202-289-5769 or cbrew@bradymail.org
BRADY CAMPAIGN ANNOUNCES ‘GODDARDS ON GUNS’ BLOG
“Father and Son take on gun lobby after VA Tech Tragedy”
Washington, D.C. – A father who nearly lost his only son to gun violence, and that son, who survived being shot four times in the worst school shooting in U.S. history, are adding their voices to the blogosphere, the Brady Campaign today announced.
Virginia Tech survivor Colin Goddard and his father, Andrew, who are both active in the gun violence prevention movement, are teaming up to write a blog about gun issues.
“Since being shot at Virginia Tech, a number of people have told me that crazy people are going to do crazy things and there’s nothing we can do about it,” said Colin Goddard, 25. “I reject that premise. There are things we can and must do. One of them is to speak out against America’s epidemic of gun violence and talk about the solutions. My voice is my greatest weapon, and blogging with my father is one of the ways I intend to use it.”
The Goddards didn’t know it then, but the April 16, 2007 Virginia Tech Massacre, in which 32 students and teachers were killed, would be the event that would help them find their voices on gun violence and spur them to pursue meaningful social and public policy changes to prevent similar tragedies.
The Virginia Tech killer, who carried out the massacre with two semi-automatic assault pistols, should not have been legally allowed to purchase those guns because of his history of mental illness. When the Goddards discovered how easy it is for dangerous people to get guns in America, they vowed to fight for change.
Colin Goddard, who now works at the Brady Campaign as Assistant Director for Federal Legislation, went to gun shows with a hidden camera in 2009 as an intern for Brady to expose the loophole that allows private sellers to sell guns without criminal background checks.
That experience, and Colin’s work at Brady, inspired filmmakers to make the young man’s story the subject of a new documentary, Living for 32, which has been accepted for competition in the Short Films category at the Sundance Film Festival (see http.www.livingfor32.com) and is being screened at select venues around the country. The producer is Maria Cuomo Cole, who blogged about Colin and guns on campus on the Huffington Post recently. The post is available here.
Andrew Goddard, a retired engineer who resides in Richmond, Va., became president of the Richmond Chapter of the Million Mom March shortly after the Virginia Tech shootings.Any bets on whether or not these professional victims will allow "reasoned discourse"?
As Andrew sat near his recuperating son’s bedside that snowy April day and noticed that “sandbags are piled against the wounds to stem the bleeding, but the sheets and pillow slowly turn from starched white to dull red,” questions nagged and tugged at him. “What circumstances caused this terrible event? Where did (the shooter) get his guns and what made him want to shoot all those people? What could have been done to prevent this?” Andrew recalled with Colin in their introductory blog posted at bradycampaign.org and www.hufffingpost.com
The Goddards will blog about “the flow of guns between the legal and illegal markets, state and federal gun legislation and policies, mental health, school and university policies, and America’s culture of gun violence in general.”
Colin Goddard can also be followed on Twitter and Facebook.
###
As the nation's largest, non-partisan, grassroots organization leading the fight to prevent gun violence, the Brady Campaign, with its dedicated network of Million Mom March Chapters, works to enact and enforce sensible gun laws, regulations and public policies. The Brady Campaign is devoted to creating an America free from gun violence, where all Americans are safe at home, at school, at work, and in our communities.
I don't see a url and haven't been able to locate the actual blog site--yet.
I just don't think "Goddards on Guns" is as catchy as "The Human Target"...
UPDATE: Here it is. Nope--no comments allowed. This is my shocked face. [Thanks, Sean D Sorrentino]
Examiner Strikes Again
Yes, I know the individual article links aren't working. And that instead they go to my main page. And that it doesn't show any updates past October.
Believe me, after having painstakingly coded individual column links into articles, blogs, social media and had others kindly link to them as well, I know.
I've filled out a ticket and have been told it's a "hiccup" that's been "escalated to our engineers."
I've suggested the corporate slogan "Just slightly ahead of our ability."
Believe me, after having painstakingly coded individual column links into articles, blogs, social media and had others kindly link to them as well, I know.
I've filled out a ticket and have been told it's a "hiccup" that's been "escalated to our engineers."
I've suggested the corporate slogan "Just slightly ahead of our ability."
The Deadly Assault Candy Cane Menace
Skylar Torbett, also a junior, said administrators told him, "The candy canes could be used as weapons by sucking on them and making them have sharp points." He said neither he nor any of their friend did that. [More]
Perhaps the school administrators should be invited to suck on something else.
Mother Kathleen Flannery said a administrator called her and explained that, "not everyone wants Christmas cheer. That suicide rates are up over Christmas, and that they should keep their cheer to themselves, perhaps."Perhaps school administrators should be invited to help push those rates up a tad more--that would probably cheer everyone else up considerably.
Do it for the children.
Or at least change the name from "Battlefield High School." That's gotta be bad for young psyches.
Manassas. Unbelievable.
[Via Smiley Starfish]
All Aboard the Freedom Train!
Metro randomly inspects bags [More]So does that mean the left's foremost legal authority was wrong to tell us we could board with our guns to go shoot in Maryland...?
Anyone Who Can't Be Trusted with a Gun...
...can't be trusted with any tool. [Read]
And thus, can't be trusted without a custodian.
[Via Smiley Starfish]
And thus, can't be trusted without a custodian.
[Via Smiley Starfish]
"Federal Guns"
If you have a "remote" affiliation with a gang or you have a "federal gun" law enforcement is "coming for you." [More]
Oregon Firearms Federation brings us a cadre of masters first inventing--and then dictating the terms of our surrender.
I would also remind everyone that the ability to continue their fine work does not happen on its own.
The overlords can rely on the oppressed to provide them with a virtually unlimited war chest.
The defenders must rely on...us.
Gun Bashing
Personally, I consider this child abuse, and think the twisted bluenoses behind it deserve to have their asses kicked. [Read]
Ah, here we go:
Prosecutor Jim Baum and professor of education at Wheelock College Diane Levin said it, I believe it, that settles it.
[Via Steve T]
Ah, here we go:
The 26-year-old mother of six...Yeah, the problem is obviously toy guns.
Prosecutor Jim Baum and professor of education at Wheelock College Diane Levin said it, I believe it, that settles it.
[Via Steve T]
We're the Only Ones Two Out of Three Enough
A felony theft charge against Foucault was dismissed as part of a plea agreement reached with the St. Louis County Attorney’s Office. [More]Still, I wonder how many people he put away in his career on gun and drug charges...?
And how many of them got probation with the promise of clean records?
[Via Russ S]
Vested Interests Leave Gaping Holes
Livery Cab Drivers To Receive Bulletproof Vests [More]And then they'll turn their backs on their fares leaving the back of their heads the most opportune close-range target.
Fernando Mateo appears bipolar on the self-defense issue.
On the one hand, he is trying to arm bodega owners. On the other, he promotes inane "buy backs."
And naturally, he's taken care of.
Let's just hope none of his union members have problematic pasts, because:
As of February 2010, it is against federal law for a convicted felon to possess, purchase or wear any type of body armor.[Via David R]
Welcome to Malpractice Disguised as Qualified Advice, with Dr. Helen Minciotti
Dr. Helen Minciotti said it, I believe it, that settles it.
Hey, I wonder what the expert Dr. Helen would have done had those guys broken into her home...? No, I didn't mean to invite scatological comments, but you're probably right.
And of course this means the same rules must apply to the "Only Ones"?
Yo, Helen: Fill this out?
We're the Only Ones Estranged Enough
The man accused of shooting and killing his estranged wife and her boyfriend is a federal law enforcement officer. [More]And he worked the Hartsfield-Jackson beat?
Bet nobody ever questioned his RKBA...
[Via Harvey]
We're the Only Ones Bordering on Suspicious Enough
Woman arrested at port, accused of having Border Patrol gun [More]And she may have other items she got from them...? How?
And she's 25...?
I suppose it would be out of line, sexist, evil-minded and unnecessarily suspicious to wonder if maybe a little quim pro quo action was going on here...?
Nahh...I'm sure BATFU just wants to be helpful because that's what they're here for.
[Via Harvey]
A Beacon of Hope
"The National Rifle Association in America is the standard by which all gun owners judge themselves," said Rahoul Rai, NAGRI's semi-official spokesman. "Here is an organization that has protected the fundamental democratic right [to bear arms] which has withstood the test of time. Which has brought gun ownership not just to the United States but to the whole world. For us in India, this is the beacon of hope." [More]Considering the political climate, it is a good first step, and gives them a model for organizing and lobbying. As for the hyperbole and evangelical fervor for all things Fairfax, they're new at this. Give them time and some will get to here:
हम हर जगह हैं
[Via cycjec]
Superpowers and the Second Amendment
First, all possessors of potentially harmful powers could be subject to a background check if they did not have the powers from birth. If they failed the background check, they could be forbidden to use the power (although use in self-defense might still be allowed by the Constitution). A registration scheme would be likely (Note, this likely would not run afoul of the Constitution because it does not apply to all mutants or superpowered individuals, just those with potentially harmful powers).How do you say "ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ!" in Kryptonian?
Second, exceptional powers could be subject to a permitting system including more thorough background checks and training requirements. Some powers could be expressly prohibited outside police or military use. [More]
Attorney says Aitken to appeal for vindication on gun charges
"Our next step is to win the appeal to vindicate Brian. I am confident of our success." [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column presents an appealing and vindicating story.
Also make an appeal to your friends about something I hope appeals to you.
And once more I'm appealing that you share the link and vindicate these efforts.
This Day in History: December 21
He escaped again, but was retaken on December 21, 1778, having to spend Christmas in prison. [More]
Monday, December 20, 2010
Gov. Christie commutes Brian Aitken's sentence
Good job to all who joined in the effort to free Brian Aitken. [More]This news warranted a second Gun Rights Examiner column for today.
Share the link?
GRE Round Up for December 20
Here are the latest offerings from my fellow GREs:
Mike Stollenwerk/DC:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Kurt Hofmann/St. Louis:
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
Mike Stollenwerk/DC:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Kurt Hofmann/St. Louis:
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
Your Comments Are Important To Us
So we’re looking at 2.5 weeks to generate comments on a regulation of this magnitude? During holiday season? No online comments for this regulation. Congress to recess in mere days. Nicely done. [More]GunLeaders.com has further important thoughts to share on the BATFU long gun registration story. It looks like they're intentionally making things difficult.
We're the Only Ones Rude and Bestial Enough
Customs agent indicted for smuggling guns, drugs [More]
Wait a minute...didn't I just post this story?
Guess not. Different "Only One."
It's getting tough to tell all those few bad apples apart...
"Operation Rude Beast." Who thinks up these names, and I wonder what a shrink would make of it...?
[Via Harvey]
We're the Only Ones Getting Guns Off the Streets Enough
We're the Only Ones Granted Enough
The Orlando Police Department soon could have two sniper rifles more common on the battlefields of Afghanistan than in an American city, if a grant from the NRA comes through. [More]Because if we lose cops, we lose!
We're the Only Ones Just a Few Bad Apples Enough
Keeping Us Free
"I've just given you an order and told you to remove those signs from the property," he growled. [More]For those who say "It could never happen here," of course it could. Thugs like this are more than willing to fill the Gestapo role.
Sadists like authority as much as they like hurting people.
[Via Ron W]
Buyback Program Takes Guns Off Pittsburgh Streets
No it doesn't either, Rick Willis, you idiot. Misguided fools are hardly the problem. [Read]
Do the actual words you type in even register with you? Or is it just that you have a slam dunk easy one to file and you know it's what the bosses expect from you?
Push the green button and a food pellet drops out 'n all that...
Do the actual words you type in even register with you? Or is it just that you have a slam dunk easy one to file and you know it's what the bosses expect from you?
Push the green button and a food pellet drops out 'n all that...
How to get illegal guns off the streets
Through a snitch program, silly. [Read]
Haven't we already established that?
Well, hell, then I guess we can't get in any trouble for reporting these guys...
Haven't we already established that?
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What It's About
There really should not be any dispute about this. It is not an argument about policy. It is about nothing more, or less, than who can look up a number in a government publication more accurately. [More]While true, that's not what it's about.
It's about enabling tyranny. Whether as co-conspirators or useful idiots...
We're the Only Ones Booming Boomer Enough
The family had an electric fence, but there was not a sign alerting the officer it was there, Daniel said. [More]In the course of our daily walks, the wife and I pass literally dozens of such yards with yapping mutts asserting their territoriality. They're knuckleheads--that's what they do. If we acknowledge them at all it's to laugh and tell them how good and cute and brave they are, and to apologize for not having any treats.
So it figures the "Only One" response is to murder the family pooch.
Reports on Traver nomination increase expectation tensions
This is the public face of the state of the nomination. I’ve also received information from a confidential source that paints things in a very different light. Understand that this may or may not unfold—while my source characterizes it as “solid intel, as far as it goes,” that qualifier acknowledges the reality that sometimes things don’t go as we’ve been told, and sometimes, there is intent behind that. With that caveat, here’s what I’ve been sent, edited only for expletives... [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at the public face of things and then takes a peek behind the scenes.
Also, help sue somebody.
Publicly or privately serve notice of the link to your friends?
This Day in History: December 20
Of the frigates the Deane was fully manned and ready for sea: the others would have been nearly so, if privateering had not made it practically impossible, without great delay, to get men for their crews (Publ. R. I. Hist. Soc., viii, 255, 256; Brit. Adm. Rec., A.D. 489, No. 19, December 20, 1778, intelligence collected for Admiral Gambier.) These six frigates represented almost the entire strength of the Continental navy in commission in American waters at the end of 1778. [More]
Sunday, December 19, 2010
ATF ‘emergency’ long gun reporting an agenda-driven power grab
That’s funny. I don’t see anything in there about “Assess where in the Constitution such authority in data-gathering is determined consistent with the intent of the Founders that 'the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.'" I guess that kind of archaic thinking generally results in a scornful “Are you serious?” rejection these days… [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column urges you to make sure BATFU botches a bypass operation.
Then resolve to put yourself on automatic.
Will you automatically do what's needed, and also share this link?
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Anti-defense lobby seeks to nullify Second Amendment when it’s needed most
The Founders knew what was “necessary to the security of a free State.” Even if the Bradys and the government pretend they don’t. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column looks at the exact wrong thing to do when civil order collapses.
Also resolve to do some reading to help prevent that, or to deal with it if and when it comes.
Share the link?
Friday, December 17, 2010
GRE Round Up for December 17
Here are the latest offerings from my fellow GREs:
Rob Reed/Detroit:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
Rob Reed/Detroit:
Dave Workman/Seattle:
- No surprises here: Seattle suspect’s gun reported stolen
- EXTRA! ‘It takes a while for people to respond’
Also check out these other Liberty-oriented Examiners:
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