That is one hell of a cake. How cool. I think I'd almost be inclined to try to preserve it instead of eating it, it is such a work of art. [Read]
If I'm ever in the vicinity of Middlebury, Connecticut, I'll make a special point of giving my business to Jenny-Lu's, even though my waistline hardly needs it...
What I'd like to know is, which are the bakeries that refused the order...?
Friday, March 29, 2013
An Explosive Situation
Although no arrests were made, Coes said that the warrant is usually the beginning of an investigation. [More]Over Tannerite. Imagine that.
[Via several of you]
Exactly Why? Now Tell Everybody Exactly How
This is exactly why we need to ban high capacity magazines and why we need to tighten our assault weapons ban. [More]Really?
How many people are you willing to destroy to make that happen, Governor?
And what are we supposed to do, just stand around and let it happen?
Armed Citizens
I'm on NRA's mailing lists, and they send me their regular "Armed Citizen" email. The one for April is out, and here are the stories they included:
- Marine with concealed carry permit stops man from beating woman
- Retired North Carolina woman holds man said to have robbed her home at gunpoint until law enforcement arrives
- Police say man used toy gun to try to rob bank in Trimble, Mo.
- Family fights back when 3 gunmen storm their home; one intruder shot
- Convenience Store Employee Shoots Robbery Suspect
- Albertville Police Identify Man Shot By Homeowner
Opposite Day
A recurring theme here is how those who call themselves "progressives" are exactly the opposite, and what they advocate produces diametrically opposed results.
How unsurprising that, under this great column by Rand Paul, the one comment that sticks out as imbecilic comes from some idiot who has chosen the handle "Thinking Guy."
How unsurprising that, under this great column by Rand Paul, the one comment that sticks out as imbecilic comes from some idiot who has chosen the handle "Thinking Guy."
A Glaring Double Standard
...real Americans who stood for their beliefs, thinking they were patriots and defending their country's ideals against their government. [More]But only for commies.
If you believe in founding principles, you're an anti-government extremist and racist.
And people who take you down will be heroes.
Truth in Advertising
It's time for a concerted effort to make Mike Bloomberg and his so-called Mayors Against Illegal Guns disclose who their self-proclaimed TV ad gun owner is. [More]I couldn't agree more.
Sometimes, un Hombre's Gotta Do...
...what un hombre's gotta do... [Read]
Sometimes, enough is enough.
I hope everybody is paying attention to what could be done if things get desperate enough, collectivist wusses who publicly ridicule the idea as fantasy notwithstanding.
Sometimes, enough is enough.
I hope everybody is paying attention to what could be done if things get desperate enough, collectivist wusses who publicly ridicule the idea as fantasy notwithstanding.
This Day in History: March 29
The count had not been unmindful of his instructions to attempt some enterprise for the relief of the American colonies; even before he reached the West Indies he wrote Rochambeau, saying that by the end of June he wished to be fully informed as to the strength and position of the English armies in North America, as a guide for his future action. Not before the middle of July could he leave the West Indies, and as the time for his stay on the American coast must be short, it was important for him to have full information at the earliest possible moment (De Grasse to Rochambeau, March 29, 1781 ; Doniol, v, 488.) [More]
Thursday, March 28, 2013
We're the Only Ones Going Out with a Bang Enough
McKinley offers true hope and change from Chicago machine politics
“Let me be clear; I will fight to protect every aspect of the Second Amendment and to support my Illinois colleagues' efforts to bring Concealed Carry to our great state,” he pledged. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner commentary is urging everyone to pick up this wrench and throw it in The Machine.
Fudd's Little Acres
I've so far resisted writing about that downward-spiraling, self-imploding manic-depressive headcase Jim Carrey, as why he doesn't trust himself, and through projection, all others with guns (except for his bodyguard) is pretty clear.
But here's someone you probably haven't heard of, who has volunteered himself for gun owner scrutiny:
And here's the website from the resort his Twitter profile says he manages, which "welcome[s] fishermen and hunters alike."
Sorry, guy. I'd hardly feel welcome. And there are plenty of other places where I would.
But here's someone you probably haven't heard of, who has volunteered himself for gun owner scrutiny:
Sorry, guy. I'd hardly feel welcome. And there are plenty of other places where I would.
Now That's What I'm Talkin' About
I've been urging activists to do this for a while now, occasionally bringing up reminders and going so far as to offer incentives.
It's nice to see some do. here are two successful efforts Russell Greenidge sent me that show us how it's done:
If the author's name sounds familiar, you've got a good memory.
I actually got my start doing RKBA-based letters to the editor before going on to newsletters, blogging and then articles. My very first letter was published in The Los Angeles Times and my very second appeared in the Daily Breeze -- on the same day. That encouraged me to try some more, and I ended up with a nice portfolio of published letters before I gave that up to focus on publishing my own content.
It's nice to see some do. here are two successful efforts Russell Greenidge sent me that show us how it's done:
If the author's name sounds familiar, you've got a good memory.
I actually got my start doing RKBA-based letters to the editor before going on to newsletters, blogging and then articles. My very first letter was published in The Los Angeles Times and my very second appeared in the Daily Breeze -- on the same day. That encouraged me to try some more, and I ended up with a nice portfolio of published letters before I gave that up to focus on publishing my own content.
Why Don't They Like Me?
I gave them what they wanted... [Read]
Hey, if they respected whores, they wouldn't use them in the first place.
Get this, gunquislings contemplating appeasement: compromise will not buy you anything.
It will give the enemy a beachhead from which to plan and launch their next assault. What do they have to do, spell it out for you?
When surrounded by circling jackals, there are few dumber ideas than tossing them a scrap of flesh in the hopes that it will satisfy them and induce them to go away and leave you alone.
Hey, if they respected whores, they wouldn't use them in the first place.
Get this, gunquislings contemplating appeasement: compromise will not buy you anything.
It will give the enemy a beachhead from which to plan and launch their next assault. What do they have to do, spell it out for you?
When surrounded by circling jackals, there are few dumber ideas than tossing them a scrap of flesh in the hopes that it will satisfy them and induce them to go away and leave you alone.
Can Rand Paul Bring Libertarians Into the GOP?
What, you mean "wacko birds"? [Read]
I suppose they could let some of "those people" caddy for them, but they're sure as hell not going to invite them to play...
I suppose they could let some of "those people" caddy for them, but they're sure as hell not going to invite them to play...
We're the Only Ones Unserved Enough
Police Officers Refused Service at Buffalo Wild Wings Because of Guns [More]Who do these guys think they are, Denny's?
Ordinarily, this wouldn't qualify as an "Only Ones" post, because Buffalo Wild Wings treated them with the same predator-enabling contempt it shows for its "regular" customers.
But the jackboot-licking-good manager wouldn't have issued an apology to you or me, would he?
[Via William T]
We're the Only Ones Young at Heart Enough
A Detroit police officer who runs a program for troubled teens has been arrested on felony criminal sexual conduct charges involving a victim age 13 to 15. [More]And yet once again with the Eternal Question...
[Via Ed D]
The Eye of Sauron
Just when you thought it was safe behind the wheel of your large automobile, government attorneys are trying again to monitor your movements...My car insurance agent sent me a monitoring device with the offer of a discount if I used it.
...A veritable flood of data about drivers -- every turn of the wheel, every application of the brakes -- is about to be unleashed into the open market. [More]
I find it amazing that enough people take them up on it to make mass producing the damn things feasible. And, of course, I'm just waiting for it to become a requirement.
Think It Can't Happen Here?
Think this is just something that happens in Cyprus?
I've heard people look at the U.S. government debt situation and claim it's not their debt because they didn't agree to it.
How absolutely true.
And how absolutely irrelevant under the current rules.
I've heard people look at the U.S. government debt situation and claim it's not their debt because they didn't agree to it.
How absolutely true.
And how absolutely irrelevant under the current rules.
Training Biden's "Legitimate Media"
Once you accept that government has the power to "Authorize Journalists," stuff like this becomes inevitable. [Read]
If the University of Maryland School of Journalism was doing its job, they'd have taught young Mr. Barr early on to hold his ground and refuse to comply.
But what do I know?
If the University of Maryland School of Journalism was doing its job, they'd have taught young Mr. Barr early on to hold his ground and refuse to comply.
But what do I know?
Cause of Death
What's killing Canadians? [More]It's certainly not the peaceable armed members of Canada's National Firearms Association.
A Public Health Menace
Maybe we ought to start treating sex like a disease... [Read]
Anybody care to do a correlation on who's getting the clap and who's popping a cap?
Anybody care to do a correlation on who's getting the clap and who's popping a cap?
Shortening the Fuse
Legislation proposed by Dallas Democratic Rep. Yvonne Davis would remove any sheriff or law enforcement officer who refuses to enforce state or federal laws. [More]This could get interesting if the bill passes and Oath Keepers refuse to acknowledge it.
It's like all these safety measures have been set up to keep the powder keg from exploding, and imbeciles like this are bound and determined to override every one of them.
From the Jaws of Victory
It’s pretty hard to stop the trafficking of guns to people who might use them for malign purposes when 33 states require no background checks at all. [More]Yeah, we ought to be more like Mexico. Oh, wait...
Time to see what our "pro-gun Democrats" are made of.
Ditto "pro-gun Republicans."
These hive insects actually think if the NRA "loses," they'll be able to negotiate terms of surrender on our behalf?
I've been saying since December that there are those ostensibly on "our side" who believe we have to give up something, and they have no shortage of "pragmatic" supporters who will make excuses for them, who in turn have no shortage of followers who will accept it.
This Day in History: March 28
At the same time, however, Brig. Gen. Marion attacked and badly cut up his rear guard as it forded the Sampit River, since the bridge had already been partially destroyed by the partisans to impede the British as they retired. His own horse shot out from under him, Lt. Col. Watson then opened up his cannon on Brig. Gen. Marion's men and drove them back. [More]
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Two Types
The guy who says he's against you.
And the guy who says he's with you...but.
All the other side has is hollow men.
And the guy who says he's with you...but.
All the other side has is hollow men.
Cable franchise agreements may hold key to challenging Comcast gun censorship
That’s because “the aforesaid rights-of-way used … are public properties held in trust on behalf of the citizens by the City and the right to use said rights-of-way is a valuable property right [and] the City … has determined that the public interest would be served by renewing Comcast’s franchise.” [More]This evening's Gun Rights Examiner report advises to think globally, act locally.
A Hazard for Whom?
A Grave Defect
Owners of modern firearms suffer from a grave defect that makes them potential time bombs — they are human beings. [More]Marty Solomon, the only grave defect I detect in your column is you.
How you must loathe yourself.
What monster lurks behind those eyes from your reflection in the mirror?
Gun Control Proposals in the 113th Congress: Universal Background Checks, Gun Trafficking, and Military Style Firearms
The Federation of American Scientists has obtained and posted another of the reports we pay through the nose for and that Congress won't share with us.
This one was sent to them at the beginning of the month.
Click here to read it.
This one was sent to them at the beginning of the month.
Click here to read it.
We're the Only Ones Seasoned Enough
A bumbling TSA agent “playing around” with a pepper-spray container at Kennedy Airport fired the caustic liquid at five fellow screeners yesterday, sending all six to the hospital, a source told The Post. [More]Everybody knows you never go full screentard.
You went full screentard, man.
Never go full screentard.
[Via Florida Guy]
Indiscriminately Sharing Her Favors
Extreme Makeover
ATF.gov is Getting a New Look! [More]That goes hand-in-hand with a tip I'm trying to verify that they're also getting new uniforms in this time of sequestering. So far, I haven't seen a procurement.
There's one other comment I feel I should be making but just can't formulate it ... something about "lipstick"...
Key question overlooked in debate over Bloomberg 'Average Joe gun owner' ad
Yet doing a similar search for MAIG's new country star yields pretty much nothing at this writing to help us learn more about him, and in a celebrity-obsessed culture (just look at some of the features being spotlighted around the column on this page), that's, to put it mildly, curious. The most detail I could find simply refers to him as "the actor playing the role of the Average Joe." [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column asks "Who is this guy?" and also introduces yet another criminal mayor.
This Day in History: March 27
The qualifications requisite for an officer of artillery being matterially different from those for an officer of Infantry, great care ought to be taken none we appointed last June has posses a proper proportion of the knowledge of [inserted: the] Mathematics and other a necessary abilities for the nature of the Service. It is from the talents of the officers of artillery improv’d by experience, that America may expect to desine an essential part of the Military character [More]
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Armed American Radio Encore
Trent Cooper of Crossbreed Holsters debuts a new product, Rob Pincus gives his input as a helper in the design process, Charles Heller, head of the Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership talks straight, the Roundtable with David Codrea and George Hill as well as Seanto. Enjoy!
NRA commentators pose dilemma for racist and sexist anti-gunners
Understand this makes him a threat, and that others who left the “plantation” have been mercilessly attacked for the grave offense of adopting an ideology of liberty instead of establishment-approved group think, as the experiences of other black leaders like Clarence Thomas, Larry Elder, Thomas Sowell, Walter Williams and others have shown. Go ahead and Google some of those names along with the phrase “Uncle Tom” and see for yourself how vicious the "tolerant progressives” can get, particularly the indignant white ones. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner column notices three fingers pointing back at the guy pointing and screaming "Racist!"
We're the Only Ones Hand to Mouth Enough
Gone in 60 Seconds
SAF needs our help to produce a radio ad. [More]
Unlike the antis, we don't have a Mike Bloomberg with $12 million lying around...
Unlike the antis, we don't have a Mike Bloomberg with $12 million lying around...
What's "White" Got to Do with It?
Politico uses it against Wayne LaPierre, Michael Moore uses it against gun owners, and CSGV uses it against me.
Gee, it's almost like there's some kind of talking point with an agenda going on here to portray those of us who believe all peaceable humans have a right to keep and bear arms, regardless of melanin levels, as the racists.
The "Ignorance is Strength" collectivists can't help themselves. For them every day is "Opposite Day."
For them, it's all about furthering the Big Lie and destroying anything that stands in their way.
Gee, it's almost like there's some kind of talking point with an agenda going on here to portray those of us who believe all peaceable humans have a right to keep and bear arms, regardless of melanin levels, as the racists.
The "Ignorance is Strength" collectivists can't help themselves. For them every day is "Opposite Day."
For them, it's all about furthering the Big Lie and destroying anything that stands in their way.
Cold, Dead Hearts
But there is No Joy in Mudville
Mighty Casey has struck out. [Watch]
Look at how he had to present himself to get elected.
Are you people in his district going to stand for this?
[Via Jess]
Look at how he had to present himself to get elected.
Are you people in his district going to stand for this?
[Via Jess]
No Sale
MacKinlay said he sent a full refund to Kelly and nixed the transaction because Kelly made statements in the media that the rifle purchase was "for reasons other then (sic) for his personal use." [More]Well then that means he lied on the 4473 and needs to be prosecuted. Why no "authorities" have followed up on his claim that he was going to take the gun across state lines to sell it merely adds further corroboration for how corrupt and agenda-driven the selective enforcers are.
Multiple People Stabbed At East Liberty Target
Handful of idiots in "comments" use this as opportunity to decry guns. [Read]
This Day in History: March 26
It is perhaps, the greatest of the great evils attending this contest, that States as well as individuals, had rather wish well, than act well; had rather see a thing done, than do it; or contribute their just proportion to the doing it. [More]You have no idea how much I needed to read that this particular morning, and why.
Monday, March 25, 2013
Where We're Not Welcome
As such, if this unconstitutional ban passes as written, we will comply with your wishes and move our companies out of Maryland along with as many employees and their families that wish to go. [More]Good for them. We would do well to patronize companies that stake a stand and avoid those that refuse to.
[Via Steven M]
Press rushes to ‘exonerate’ DHS as OIG report raises more questions than answers
And we’re supposed to not only accept without question that scenario, but conclude that Napolitano, with an obvious and important vital interest in a high-stakes game reaching to the White House, and an intelligence-gathering apparatus that makes Orwell’s Big Brother appear like inept neighborhood snoop Gladys Kravitz on “Bewitched” by comparison, was flat-out uninformed and waiting for The Washington Post to notice? Based on what the auditors admit they did not find evidence on, as opposed to finding evidence to corroborate such claims ... ? [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes it must be nice to have unquestioning media support for whatever you want them to make people believe.
Objectively Worse
"Objectively, it might have made things worse" if the Jews who fought the Nazis in the 1943 Warsaw ghetto uprising in Poland had more and better guns, said historian Steve Paulsson, an expert on the period whose Jewish family survived the city's destruction. [More]Steve is only alive because American men with guns liberated his mother from Auschwitz. I have no words of contempt strong enough for Steve or his co-genocide enablers at the ADL.
They're objectively worse than Holocaust deniers.
[Via Dave Licht]
We're the Only Ones Insensitive Enough
Police Chief Steven Krokoff says his department was "insensitive" when it conducted a training exercise that involved police firing blank ammunition and using flash grenades near occupied apartments... [More]So everybody doesn't love a surprise...? I wonder what would have happened had someone suffered a heart attack, or had tear gas fumes wafted over to someone with breathing issues?
[Via Florida Guy]
Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Piers Morgan Paradise
Calling All Wacko Birds
McCain Key Player in Background Check Expansion [More]Hey, he's just showing leadership to help celebrate American values...
We're the Only Ones Camera-Shy Enough
Omaha police displayed an unbridled street gang brazenness when they chased a man who was video recording them abusing his brother into a private home, confiscating his phone and arresting him to ensure their actions would never see the light of day. [More]
What a massive overreaction from these few bad apples. Knowing that can be counted on, what tactical blunders do you see in this deployment?
[Via Carl S]
We're the Only Ones Back at Work Enough
The North Carolina deputy who was forced to resign this week after committing an act of road rage that was caught on video was rehired a few days later, proving that the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office was merely trying to appease the media after drafting a lengthy press release. [More]SUCKERRRS!!!
[Via Carl S]
The Worldly Among Us
Sen. James Inhofe (R-Okla.) introduced an amendment that would prevent the United States from entering into the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty in order to uphold the Second Amendment. His amendment passed on a 53-46 vote. These are your United States Senators who voted to sign away your Second Amendment Rights via the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty gun grab... [More]I see "pro-gun Democrat" Max Baucus on the list -- I wonder if this will affect his NRA rating...
[Via SamAdams1776]
Universal Background Check Video
Sean C. Young ("Seanto" from Armed American Radio) has assembled a compilation of "gun control'-related videos that progress through all the various post-Newtown measures being demanded and lead to what is likely to stand the best chance of passage. [Watch]
Some of us have been warning about this from early on, including opposing moves from self-styled strategists ostensibly on "our side" to offer up something to appease the mob.
Some of us have been warning about this from early on, including opposing moves from self-styled strategists ostensibly on "our side" to offer up something to appease the mob.
An Indefinite Suspension
That's too bad. [Read]
I was waiting 'til April 15 to call the snitch line and tip 'em off to some non-compliant "Only Ones."
I was waiting 'til April 15 to call the snitch line and tip 'em off to some non-compliant "Only Ones."
Speaking of Myths
Among the 62 mass shootings over the past 30 years that we studied, not a single case includes evidence that the killer chose to target a place because it banned guns. [More]Yeah. It's not like Eric Harris wrote a paper titled "Guns in Schools" or anything...
Plus there's no evidence any of the killers noticed entrance signs or anything.
This Day in History: March 25
After leaving Ramsey's Mill in a hurry, Lt. Gen. Charles Cornwallis again marched his army towards Wilmington. He stopped and camped near Cross Creek and sent out foraging parties under heavy guard. On March 25th, Capt. John Taylor and his company of dragoons encountered eight British dragoons near Stewart's Creek. He killed one and captured three. [More]
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Tonight on Armed American Radio
The program starts at 8 p.m. Eastern. I'll be joining in for the 10 p.m. Roundtable along with George "Mad Ogre" Hill.
Click here to find a station near you or to listen via live streaming.
Friday, March 22, 2013
DHS Fast and Furious OIG report fed to Los Angeles Times, not to public
There is nothing about this report on the DHS “Press releases” page; nor on the DHS blog; nor does anything appear in the DHS/OIG press release page; there is nothing about it on their Border Security page; and importantly, it is not yet linked to on the OIG Reports: Fiscal Year 2013 page. Of equal concern is the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform “Releases” page, which shows no awareness of the DHS OIG report, let alone any responsive activity scheduled to question it. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes we're evidently just supposed to take The Times' word for it that Nappy knew nothing.
Feet of Clay
Crash and burn, you dolt. [Read]
I hadn't seen this story from a few weeks back, but had seen plenty of posts touting this guy as the new champion of the right.
Let's be careful who we accept as "conservative heroes."
In the first place, I don't need one. I'll settle for the same thing Diogenes was looking for.
[Via Luke O]
I hadn't seen this story from a few weeks back, but had seen plenty of posts touting this guy as the new champion of the right.
Let's be careful who we accept as "conservative heroes."
In the first place, I don't need one. I'll settle for the same thing Diogenes was looking for.
[Via Luke O]
The Key Word Here is "Anything."
“I think it looks awesome,” Lyn Anderson said while grocery shopping across the street from the BearCat garage in Farmington. “It seems like criminals are getting stronger and stronger. Anything they can do to keep our communities safe is good.” [More]Thanks Lyn. You make it so easy for us!
[Via Florida Guy]
"Shelved"
In other words, establishment Republiquislings cheesed out on this. [Read]
So you didn't want to "complicate relationships between Idaho law enforcement and federal agencies," McKenzie? At least we know who you consider your most important constituents to be.
I'm told:
So you didn't want to "complicate relationships between Idaho law enforcement and federal agencies," McKenzie? At least we know who you consider your most important constituents to be.
I'm told:
It was stopped by Hill the pro tem, Davis the majority leader and Patty Ann Lodge, whose husband is a federal judge. They were the 3 republicans that refused to give it the hearing.[Via JB]
Exercising Options
Veilleux, who wrote an op-ed that appeared in The Hartford Courant this week in which he raised the prospect of leaving the state, said the company doesn’t have any such “definite plans.” But if Malloy follows through on his promise to ban the purchase and sale of AR-15 rifles, the centerpiece of the company’s business, he said leaving could become an option. [More]And not leaving could not be an option.
A Cavalcade of Links
The Captain's Journal has aggregated a few he thinks merit special attention. [Read]
Since one of them is mine, I tend to agree.
Since one of them is mine, I tend to agree.
Enforce Existing Gun Laws
The State Legislature’s top Republican says he is opposed to giving the movie industry a special “carve-out” from the gun-control law so that action scenes staged in New York could include actors armed with assault weapons. [More]Really. F*** 'em.
A Dangerous Standard
"I don't really think the idea that you can ban them or reduce the magazine will really pass constitutional muster," Malcolm said. "If your standard is common use, these are all in common use for lawful purposes." [More]
And if my "standard" is "shall not be infringed" and not "common use"...?
I concede nothing.
[Via DvD]
UPDATE: Kurt has more.
The Culprit List
Add me, Philly.com editor. [Read]
I've been considering a new title for my business card. "Culprit" might do very nicely.
Sure beats the "Fourth Estate Fifth Columnist" that belongs on yours.
I've been considering a new title for my business card. "Culprit" might do very nicely.
Sure beats the "Fourth Estate Fifth Columnist" that belongs on yours.
Do I Want to Help?
Want to Help Secure Colorado’s Gun Rights? Donate to Our Legal Effort! [Read]
They certainly have the right lawyer "spearheading" this.
Candidly, I have mixed feelings.
I suppose I'll, at minimum, help spread the word.
With what's at stake, I'd expect to see the moneyed interests and the local "sportsmen" step up to the plate and bankroll this.
[Via cydl]
The Rapists vs. Therapists
Therapists usually interpret this sort of talk as part of the treatment process, experts say. But under a new law in New York, one of the strongest to be passed to date, therapists may feel compelled to report every instance of violent talk, lest they face legal consequences if something happens. And some say ordinary patients may wind up suffering the most. [More]
They won't stop until they control your mind, and even that will only be their "good first step" toward their hideous end game.
Hey, why not set up an online theological credentialing service and ordain privacy-respecting therapists as priests? That way, the sessions can also serve the dual purpose of being confessions, protected by federal precedents...
[Via Florida Guy]
This Day in Revolutionary History: March 22, 1781
On March 22, 1781, de Grasse had sailed for the Caribbean with an armada of more than twenty ships of the line, leading a convoy of a hundred and fifty French merchant vessels. [More]
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