But I know what I like. [More]
That Norman Rockwell Triple Self Portrait parody is hilarious.
It looks like a good opportunity for local gun owners and Oath Keepers to get involved in providing protection.
Thursday, February 12, 2015
And Yet ANOTHER Nevada Development
Nevada Campaign Command Central
Not from Nevada? Do you think that won't result in the choice between complying or becoming a "law-breaker" -- with all the life and livelihood-destroying potentials that involves -- coming to your state next?
Doesn't it make more sense to stop that now, where only a little effort on your part is needed, than waiting until the effort that will be required could become unimaginably terrible?
Make today's Five-Minute Activism project twofold: Visit the site and learn, and then share it with everyone you know and urge them to follow suit.
Still not sure? Sir Winston would like a word with you...
New York Times spreads anti-gun junk science hysteria against concealed carriers
Understand that this is the “paper of record” that didn't seem to have a problem with concealed carry when publisher “Punch Sulzberger” had one of the rare permits only the connected elites “qualify” for” (because he carried “large sums of money,” obviously more important than your life). And VPC is a group that has proudly centered its “assault weapon” ban strategy on an admitted deception, relying on gullible low-information marks to not know the difference between a semi-automatic firearm and a machine gun. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes Fourth Estate Fifth Columnists doing what they do best -- spreading subversive lies.
The Search is On
I am trying to assist a friend who needs to "locate a WY resident who is disabled or otherwise incapable of firing a traditionally configured handgun."
I can't tell you more now except it involves this.
If you are or know of such a person who is curious to learn more, shoot me an email (dcodrea@hotmail.com).
I can't tell you more now except it involves this.
If you are or know of such a person who is curious to learn more, shoot me an email (dcodrea@hotmail.com).
Crumbling Around the Edges
Liston Matthews assesses yesterday's court victory with a look at the way things used (ought) to be. [More]
Missing the Point
Spooking lawmakers with guns isn’t political genius [More]What makes you think "politics" is their primary goal?
They're here, they're determined, they're growing and they're fed up. You can continue condemning them, as most no doubt will, but you're not going to stop them without overwhelming police state force attacking the exercise of the uninfringed right to keep and bear arms.
If and when that happens, whose side will you be on?
So who do "we" heed? Americans demanding back what is theirs, or "lawmakers" who are "spooked" by that?
I note some of the loudest voices from our side decrying the open carriers have been absolutely --and intentionally -- silent on the biggest threat to gun rights we are facing over the next few decades, another new paradigm, and have offered no credible refutation of the data to help us understand why they continue to do nothing.
UPDATE: Mike shares his thoughts.
Put Out My Hand and Touched the Face of God
The Fix is In
We're the Only Ones Daily Enough
This happens every day. I do this every single day. [Watch]I believe you.
We're the Only Ones Well-Rounded Enough
Chubi's going to be astounded if she ever ties to bully someone who isn't intimidated by a badge. [Watch]
I guess if this is the attitude, her being in that condition is to everyone's advantage.
I guess if this is the attitude, her being in that condition is to everyone's advantage.
I Couldn’t Bring Another Monster into the World.
I Aborted My Baby – Because it was a Boy [More]Yet she's the victim of "social injustice."
Besides, the folks who accuse us of being human rights violators for acknowledging the right to keep and bear arms do that to girls all the time. Just not always in utero.
I guess calling her helpless victim the monster is as Opposite Day "progressive" an attitude as any.
Structured Assets
That makes it easy for government thieves to steal them. [More]
And I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free...
And I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free...
Blast from the Past
A link here I noticed in my referral counter led back to this old forum discussion.
I'm glad "the blog's bashing of NRA kinda irked [you]," founding member.
First of all, truth isn't "bashing." Way to help obscure the truth with the lie that it is. Plus you deserve to be irked, often, and by someone who knows how.
Aside from having more productive things to do, the willfully (but opinionated) blind are the biggest reason I have nothing to do with message boards. I remember what happened the first and only time I relented.
I'm glad "the blog's bashing of NRA kinda irked [you]," founding member.
First of all, truth isn't "bashing." Way to help obscure the truth with the lie that it is. Plus you deserve to be irked, often, and by someone who knows how.
Aside from having more productive things to do, the willfully (but opinionated) blind are the biggest reason I have nothing to do with message boards. I remember what happened the first and only time I relented.
This Day in History: February 12
In order to prevent a similar complaint against so important a part of our Military System as the Channel appointed for the equal distribution of public justice to every Member of the Army, on account of a defect of some certain Rules for the Government of General Courts Martial and their Officer the Judge Advocate; I wish you to take up the Matter on a General Scale and that you will Report to me what in general cases is and ought to be the business of a Judge Advocate—precisely delineating his duties as well with relation to the Court as with respect to the Accuser and accused. [More]
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Gone with the Windbag
Kurt notes Bloomberg deserves to be condemned, often, and by someone who knows how. [More]
With Friends Like These
In the video, Baker can be seen talking about gangs in Newark, and he recounts a story of a friend who was stabbed to death while trying to rob someone. [More]I think I may have stumbled across a relevant consideration here.
Federal court rules interstate handgun transfer ban unconstitutional
In a huge victory for supporters of gun rights, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas Fort Worth Division issued a ruling Wednesday declaring the federal ban on interstate transfers of handguns unconstitutional. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes a big obstacle has been removed, using the enemy's own NICS tool against them. Now all we need do is lose that tool forever.
The More the Merrifield
A Taxing Proposition
Eric Hill of MetroPlan Orlando: What the hell is wrong with you? How about, if you're so hot on the idea, we just track you instead? [More]
[Via Florida Guy]
[Via Florida Guy]
Another Obama/Kerry Middle East Triumph
Houthi rebels took all U.S. Embassy vehicles parked at the Yemeni capital's airport and wouldn't let departing U.S. Marines take their weapons with them, a top Sanaa airport official said about the latest evidence of unrest in an Arab nation long seen as key in America's fight against terrorists. [More]As per usual, "folks" are in harm's way without adequate resources in a place of questionable value to Constitutional interests.
Ah well, I'm sure the administration will be able to come up with some comparable examples by Christians from a thousand years ago, to inject some moral equivalency, and to make some of us feel like undeserving, racially-privileged beneficiaries of an evil heritage.
Besides, it's time to take on the Ukraine...
UPDATE: US Marines Deny Handing over Weapons to Houthi Rebels while Leaving Yemen Following Political Unrest
Who Put the Bullet in the Furnace?
For some reason, that old Bill Cosby routine comes to mind... [More]
If ammo is physically restricted, it could create a real danger. I don't think I'd be inclined to risk my life to save someone's property. Matter of fact, I know I wouldn't.
If ammo is physically restricted, it could create a real danger. I don't think I'd be inclined to risk my life to save someone's property. Matter of fact, I know I wouldn't.
A Secret Deal?
Was Operation Fast And Furious Really Part Of A Secret Deal Between The DEA And Mexico's Sinaloa Drug Cartel? [More]This article is over a year old, but it was just sent to me, if I've blogged about it before I can't find it, and it raises some points I think could stand restating.
I've seen this hypothesis being offered for years, starting with Robert Farago at Truth About Guns. I told him while I acknowledge it is certainly possible, I had no information given to me by any of my sources to corroborate it. He, in turn, dismisses outright that Gunwalker was about setting up conditions to pave the way for more gun control, which Mike and I were directly told early on by an insider who used the term "pad statistics."
I think the way things have unfolded since our first reports lends a bit of credibility to those sources who were feeding us information. That and the four border states reporting imposition since enacted by Holder's DoJ...
I note the bulk of the new "evidence" appears to come from a defendant trying to save his own hindquarters, and the motive of creating doubt by muddying the waters and finger-pointing cannot be discounted. So I have to come back to my original sentiment on this-- it's an interesting theory but I have no information given to me to corroborate it. If anyone has more documentation, I repeat my longstanding recommendations to get it to the Oversight investigators -- I first recommended that a few years back as I recall, yet, for whatever reason, have not seen that happen.
If this does bear out -- and note I've never said it wouldn't, I've only said you can't prove it by anything anyone has told me -- I'd think it would add a great deal of weight to the hypothesis that Hillary's State Department was intimately involved, another flag I haven't seen too many besides Mike and me waving. And that makes the cynical and murderous plot even worse.
Also, importantly, why the White House has shielded Kevin O'Reilly is a mystery I believe would reveal much. No one is asking about that, either.
I wonder if Forbes' "write from the left" contributor Rick Ungar would be interested in following up on some of these leads in addition to the ones he seems fixated on.
"Right wing conspiracy theorist" that I am, I'm not holding my breath.
[Via bondmen]
Well, If You Want the Civil War to Start Sooner Rather Than Later...
We're the Only Ones Open Carrying Enough
Funny. I don't hear anyone screaming "extremist" over a sniper with a "weapon of war suitable only for killing large numbers of people" who is prepared to open fire in the gallery. [More]
If a uniform is all it takes, I've got this "Superman" Halloween costume from a few years back, and I've been meaning to get in some flight time...
[Via Mack H]
If a uniform is all it takes, I've got this "Superman" Halloween costume from a few years back, and I've been meaning to get in some flight time...
[Via Mack H]
All Those Books
That's the way the Morlocks have arranged things.
The Rest of the Story
The Whiskey Rebellion, then, considered properly, was a victory for liberty and property rather than for federal taxation. [More]Which naturally means the hive insect Prozis are using it as a false front for "proving" there is no right to rebellion and that the sole intended purpose of the militia was to support federal tyranny.
[Via Florida Guy]
Commissioner Martha Schrader, Ex-Wife
Schrader repeatedly mentioned that her family members owned guns (though she was “not allowed” to have them.) [More]I can see why this ranting headcase would be too much even for a Mugwort V-Steamer of a husband.
Your Papers!
Today, air travel, tomorrow, Checkpoint Charlie! [More]
They already have this crap in the southwest, where they harass everybody else while foreign invaders and cartel mules bypass it all on wilderness trails in areas posted to warn Americans from going.
Funny thing-- I don't hear anyone screaming about how requiring government ID will "disenfranchise minorities."
[Via Mike H]
They already have this crap in the southwest, where they harass everybody else while foreign invaders and cartel mules bypass it all on wilderness trails in areas posted to warn Americans from going.
Funny thing-- I don't hear anyone screaming about how requiring government ID will "disenfranchise minorities."
[Via Mike H]
Following Suit
An Ounce of Prevention
Iotians for Common Sense Fancy Heater Safety Laws Redux
"It still allows transactions to be made by private parties, neighbors and friends. It just requires the buyer to go to their police department, obtain a transfer permit and then conduct the transaction through a federally licensed dealer.” [More]Who's interferin'? We're takin' over.
Right, Jojo?
Who are the kapo "sportsmen" supporting it? Why aren't they being raked over the coals as loudly as open carry "extremists" are being?
We're the Only Ones Precedential Enough
“I don’t know of any other case where someone shot and killed a police officer in the course of a drug raid has been no-billed by a grand jury,” DeGuerrin says. [More]If the attorney's name sounds familiar, he represented one of the gun stores ATF put the squeeze on and then set up in Fast and Furious.
Can't We All Get Along?
Pretty much the only ones who wouldn't expect such an outcome are the "progressive" fools who display such signs to lord their superior "tolerance" over everyone. [More]
I always liked this one better anyway:
Then again, I've always sided with Gary.
I always liked this one better anyway:
Then again, I've always sided with Gary.
The Surge
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the agency charged with approving the applications, expects more than 800,000 applications in just the first two and a half months, or a 70 percent surge compared to last year’s total intake for the entire agency. Over the first 18 or so months, the agency will process more than 4 million pieces of mail related to the larger part of the new amnesty, according to contracting documents. [More]And Jeh Johnson says every one of them has "earned the right to be citizens."
And all credible polling shows them to overwhelmingly identify with Democrats and support "gun control."
Meaning every legislative gain will be knocked back, and judicial confirmations will be putting robed activists on the benches of district and appeals courts and higher.
Yeah, this has nothing to do with that "single issue."
Any gun rights group or "leader" with a voice not warning against this and doing what can be done to alert followers and mobilize opposition is not leading. Anyone dismissing it is a demonstrable liar, and I'll tell you how you can prove that for yourself: Have them produce credible data -- not just their wishful thinking or opinions -- to refute this.
A key to creating grassroots pressure to force the big gun groups to lead on this is the tone being set on so-called "gun blogs" and forums. Note how silent most have been. They won't have the data, either.
All the huffing and puffing over "extremist" open carriers "making us all look bad" they're focused on notwithstanding, there is no more significant threat to the right to keep and bear arms than this business of amnesty combined with promiscuous "legal" immigration that gives all advantages to helping foreign ideologies grow. Meanwhile, mighty NRA refuses to buck the Grover Norquist RINOs --hell, the Nominating Committee even recommended him for director again, and that's AFTER he helped an award-winning gun-grabber gain power -- because that provides the Lairds of Fairfax more of what they immediately crave -- access to the people they value more than a cynically-manipulated mass-membership.
They set this crap up and then deride those who are taking what is theirs back without waiting for anyone's permission.
You think the surge is scary, just wait 'til the shock and awe part. I have a feeling some are going to be wishing there were a few more "extremists" around.
This Day in History: February 11
The demands of the Officers tho’ just, are distressing; & we wish their sentiments had been such, as your Excellency mentions. But we have no reason to apprehend, that they will forget they are Citizens as well as Soldiers; or be dissatisfyd with the best provision that can be made for them, during the distress of the war. [More]
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
@BradyButthurt
[More]
The "Chief Communications Officer" for the Brady Propaganda Corps takes exception to people recognizing the subversives he represents for what they are.
Clearing Up an Old Misconception
Buford Furrow randomly shot a bunch of folks at a community center in Los Angeles. [More]
Thanks for setting the record straight, Mr. President!
Thanks for setting the record straight, Mr. President!
Vermont ‘gun control’ push draws organized opposition
“[T]his bill is unnecessary gun control legislation,” VTFSC declared. “[I]t was introduced for a Vermont gun control organization, with this bill inflicting needless expense and damage to the rights of good citizens. [More]This afternoon's Gun Rights Examiner report notes the antis busily creating problems where none exist, just to harass us.
FFLGuard February vBlast
If there's a reason site regulars don't know about these guys, I can't think what it would be.
Highway to Hell
Yeah, the "entertainment industry" is in your face with promoting physical and spiritual disarmament, and has been for quite some time. [More]
I'm reminded of a passage in Kurt Vonnegut's "Jailbird" abhorring how the wonderful technology of the motion picture camera was being abused to produce fisting films.
Anything can be perverted and used for evil. Take guns, for instance.
Just so the degenerates and worse don't try to take them from those of us who choose a path leading away from their highway.
[Via Florida Guy]
I'm reminded of a passage in Kurt Vonnegut's "Jailbird" abhorring how the wonderful technology of the motion picture camera was being abused to produce fisting films.
Anything can be perverted and used for evil. Take guns, for instance.
Just so the degenerates and worse don't try to take them from those of us who choose a path leading away from their highway.
[Via Florida Guy]
Complete Coverage
Liston Matthews notes some media attention. [More]
That Farragut mayor certainly is a liar with a big "but," isn't he? He a gun owner who supports the Second Amendment BUT he wants the power to suspend it locally. I wonder what other unalienable rights this dolt thinks hinge on provincial prejudices?
If he really is a gun owner, find out who sells him his ammo and let them know they can cater to his business or to yours. If I were an FFL and the lying infringer came into my store, I'd tell him to get the hell out and move that car before I had it towed.
That Farragut mayor certainly is a liar with a big "but," isn't he? He a gun owner who supports the Second Amendment BUT he wants the power to suspend it locally. I wonder what other unalienable rights this dolt thinks hinge on provincial prejudices?
If he really is a gun owner, find out who sells him his ammo and let them know they can cater to his business or to yours. If I were an FFL and the lying infringer came into my store, I'd tell him to get the hell out and move that car before I had it towed.
Blade Runners
Anything that pushes the Fourth Estate Fifth Columnists at The Blade closer to the edge is OK in my book. [More]
I don't even care about the competition's editorial policies -- for now. Right now, I'm in "enemy of my enemy" mode.
Y'know, The Free Press publishing a pro-RKBA column might help tip the scales...
I don't even care about the competition's editorial policies -- for now. Right now, I'm in "enemy of my enemy" mode.
Y'know, The Free Press publishing a pro-RKBA column might help tip the scales...
Going to Extremes
See, guys on our side using that word? [More]
If a squish like this rates a listing in the "Extremist Files," what do you think they want the world to think of you?
Anybody hear a low ringing sound, like a bell tolling or something...?
[Via Florida Guy]
If a squish like this rates a listing in the "Extremist Files," what do you think they want the world to think of you?
Anybody hear a low ringing sound, like a bell tolling or something...?
[Via Florida Guy]
We're the Only Ones Uncounted Enough
And Your Point Is?
CT Senator Says Anyone Wanting A High-Capacity Magazine Is ‘Arming Against The Government’ [More]With traitors like Chris Murphy in the Senate, yeah, guilty as charged.
That's a great shot of him by the way -- what do they call that in porno? POV?
I think I'll tweet this to him and ask. Be back in a minute.
[Via Florida Guy]
UPDATE:
We're the Only Ones Insuring Domestic Tranquility Enough
Bloomberg’s racial disarmament proposal a key to distancing supporters
Besides, what qualifies as a minority? Is there a level of “white” blood where Bloomberg will accept that his proposed prohibition doesn't need to extend to age 25? Do quadroons or octoroons qualify for full enfranchisement in Bloomberg’s race-based discrimination scheme? [More]This morning's Gun Rights Examiner report notes when a tree has racist roots, its branches are gnarled, the leaves are blighted, and the fruit is rotten, which is as good a metaphor for a guy who needs a severe pruning as any.
UPDATE: Workman weighs in.
Turnabout's Fair Play?
China has suggested arming Hawaii’s independence activists in retaliation for U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and recently threatened to challenge American sovereignty by making legal claims to the Pacific islands as its territory. [More]Hey -- wouldn't that be a human rights violation?
Get the Door, It's Domino's
Man, that is one big "teen." You got Herman Munster out there raping people at gunpoint and we can't know who he is "because he is a juvenile"? [More]
The only way a girl would have a chance against that is... hold on a sec...:
At least the Antioch Police Department is being thanked for its "swift action." I understand after they receive a call, they generally get there in 30 minutes or less. You ought to get a free pizza if they take longer.
The only way a girl would have a chance against that is... hold on a sec...:
Johnson said Domino’s corporation prohibits franchises from letting their delivery people carry weapons, including mace or pepper spray. He said Domino’s corporation has a policy to have drivers give over food or money to an assailant or robber rather than risk getting hurt.Yeah, give 'em what they want, even if what they want is you.
At least the Antioch Police Department is being thanked for its "swift action." I understand after they receive a call, they generally get there in 30 minutes or less. You ought to get a free pizza if they take longer.
Another Child Gun Death
You know what would stop this in its tracks? [More]
Universal background checks and magazine bans! And restraining order confiscations. And...
You know, you wouldn't even own a gun if you weren't selfish. Don't the rest of us have a right to "feel" safe?
What? The 16-year-old who instigated a physical confrontation over a Facebook "dispute" was in a street gang, and her "hobbies" were running away and fighting? What are you, a knuckle-dragging, small-penised hater or something? I hope you shoot yourself in the face!
Universal background checks and magazine bans! And restraining order confiscations. And...
You know, you wouldn't even own a gun if you weren't selfish. Don't the rest of us have a right to "feel" safe?
What? The 16-year-old who instigated a physical confrontation over a Facebook "dispute" was in a street gang, and her "hobbies" were running away and fighting? What are you, a knuckle-dragging, small-penised hater or something? I hope you shoot yourself in the face!
This Day in History: February 10
We proffit of this Opportunity to mention that we have here a Ship which will be ready to sail for New England in a few Days & beg Leave to ask whether a particular Passport will be necessary for Security against Capture, or whether any Act of the Commissioners will give sufficient Protection without one. [More]
Monday, February 09, 2015
Child demanding entrance to gallery captivates ‘Freedom Knocks’ activists
It was from this scene that a remarkable, unifying, charmingly captivating and inspirational act happened. A little girl, a six-year-old appropriately named Faith, came forward on her own, rapped on massive doors that dwarfed her, and cried “Freedom knocking!” to the delight and applause of all. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report takes a closer look at a group of good, freedom-loving Americans some would love to lock out of the conversation as well as the halls of power. It might serve you well to see what they're like for yourself.
CCDL Responds to Malloy
My response to this:
More in-your-face tyranny from this wretched domestic enemy. I guess he wants to see if everyone will ignore his subversion of due process the same way so many have ignored his intolerable act infringements of 2A. What a punk this guy would be without his retinue of enforcers.
CCDL's response:
More in-your-face tyranny from this wretched domestic enemy. I guess he wants to see if everyone will ignore his subversion of due process the same way so many have ignored his intolerable act infringements of 2A. What a punk this guy would be without his retinue of enforcers.
CCDL's response:
“It’s clear to myself and the membership of our organization that Governor Malloy simply does not like the notion of private gun ownership, and will use any tactic or excuse to erode constitutional rights. This is simply a ploy by the governor and his cronies to further erode human rights”.
Racist-Supporting Moms To Hold Another Public Meltdown
Hey "white privileged" Shannon-- why haven't you condemned your patron's call for race-based disarmament? [More]
Black Criminals, White Victims, and White Guilt
They're going to have to deal with these without me, because I don't care what color a criminal is, and I ain't gonna be a victim, at least without ripping faces off with my teeth. While I do have a very strongly developed sense of guilt, which I view as an asset, I need to actually be responsible for something bad before it kicks in. [More]
Heading for Home
Vanderboegh is at SeaTac waiting to board within the hour. He can't hook into the wifi there, so he asked me to pass along his plan to update us when he gets home.
Me, I'd expect him to be exhausted, and recommend we not burden him with emails and comments until after he gets settled in and takes care of the pile no doubt awaiting him.
I told him not to pull a Conrad Hilton and start calling people "Peasants"... :-)
Me, I'd expect him to be exhausted, and recommend we not burden him with emails and comments until after he gets settled in and takes care of the pile no doubt awaiting him.
I told him not to pull a Conrad Hilton and start calling people "Peasants"... :-)
Last Night on Armed American Radio
Alan Gottlieb updates gun owners on latest court actions in DC and TX, Lee "The Gun Writer" Williams from Sarasota Herald Tribune joins ranch owner Chris Baden discussing court injunction keeping him from shooting on his own 1400 acre ranch, Rob Pincus talks training tour, Amber Kunau and Carrie Lightfoot discuss The Well Armed Woman, David Codrea wit and wisdom. [Listen]I was on in the last half of Hour Three. We talked about Bloomberg's latest self-outing as a racist, the gun-free PA mall shooting by someone "legally" prohibited from having a gun, and more.
We're the Only Ones Stripped of Everything Enough
Kensington Sgt. Keith Barrow, 47, was suspended after a woman — who he paid $70 for sex — stole his police gun, badge and handcuffs while he was sleeping in a Reno hotel room, his lawyer said. The prostitute gave the weapon to her drug-dealing pimp, who accidentally shot himself in the leg with it the next day, police said. [More]$186K/year and all he can afford is a $70 whore? Still, they ought to give him an award. After all, due to his actions, an armed criminal is now off the streets.
The story doesn't say if he's married, and I'm wondering if that might impact the goal of wanting to make it home at the end of his shift...
[Via Harvey]
The Single Failure
The inability to enact new gun safety laws after the Sandy Hook school shooting ranks as "the single failure" of his tenure, Atty. Gen. Eric H. Holder Jr. said in a televised interview. [More]But think of all those Mexicans you guys succeeded in killing with walked guns, plus you managed to keep everybody who deserved it out of prison.
Several from Workman
Because I don't post full speed on the weekends, I'm catching up with his recent columns, newest first:
Throwing Down the Gauntlet
Why don't we get together at the NRA Convention, somewhere off venue of course, and debate these issues? [More]As the gadfly/mudbug rhetoric heats up, here's a chance to cool it down and focus on the truths behind the claims, instead of the personalities and emotions behind them. That ought to be the aim of us all.
I don't expect this proposal will be accepted, but if it were, I'd sure want to attend.
"Citizen Sam"
Possibly the ugliest troll I've yet encountered (and I've come across some real hive insect Bolsheviks) is polluting the comment thread over at my column on the tyranny enforcer Bratton making "resisting arrest" -- as defined by NYPD -- a lifetime firearms disability.
I can't tell if he's an Only One, a terminal copsucker, or a "progressive" seeking to disrupt, but in any case, this is a good example of a latter day "Good German" that's every bit the enemy of freedom as the most rabid leftist -- from his other Disqus comments, I'm assuming he fancies himself a "conservative" who's too stupid to realize he's a fascist. .
I can't tell if he's an Only One, a terminal copsucker, or a "progressive" seeking to disrupt, but in any case, this is a good example of a latter day "Good German" that's every bit the enemy of freedom as the most rabid leftist -- from his other Disqus comments, I'm assuming he fancies himself a "conservative" who's too stupid to realize he's a fascist. .
A Clique of Gadflies
Phil Watson with the Second Amendment Foundation criticized the “we will not comply” movement as a “clique of gadflies.” [More]Really, Phil?
I repeat my challenge to you personally:
Deconstruct this, point by point. Tell us every assertion that's demonstrably wrong, and prove it.
Sorry you're so invested in what didn't work to where you need to publicly lash out at a new paradigm, and do so relying on ad hominem. I'm sure those he's attempting to appear "reasonable" to appreciate the sound bite, not that they won't turn around and paint the less confrontational as "extremists" whenever it suits their purposes.
[Via Steve Ramsey]
This Day in History: February 9
The winter following, Nelson remained at this fort and was in it when Col. Willett advanced with a body of troops, February 9, 1783, with the intention of taking it by surprise. [More]
Sunday, February 08, 2015
Vanderboegh speech highlights gun advocate divide
I don't have a crystal ball, but I believe disparaging and dismissing what we saw yesterday will not serve those doing so well, especially since there is nothing you or I can do about dissuading further such demonstrations. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes the principles behind the protest so many evidently fear. Includes video of Mike Vanderboegh's speech.
Tonight on Armed American Radio
- Hour 1: Alan Gottlieb
- Hour 2: Lee Williams and Chris Baden followed by Rob Pincus in the final half hour
- Hour 3: Amber Kunau and Carrie Lightfoot-Well Armed Woman followed in the final half hour by yours truly and George "Mad Ogre" Hill
Saturday, February 07, 2015
Bratton ‘resisting arrest’ proposal a ploy to strengthen police state
“NYPD Has a Plan to Magically Turn Anyone It Wants Into a Felon,” Gawker Justice observes in a more hard-edged assessment that includes examples of resisting arrest charges being deliberately unjustly applied. And it’s that felony rap that should most outrage right to keep and bear arms advocates, because such convictions will result in lifetime prohibitions against owning guns, outcomes Bratton and his boss, socialist mayor Bill de Blasio, wouldn't mind seeing more of. Understand these are people who want to deploy with machine guns to control protesters, a wish they've apparently publicly backed down from -- for now. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes these people are terrified of us. If they weren't, they wouldn't be so desperate to stamp out any chance of resisting their will.
Get Off His Side?
He raises points that no doubt are agreed with by many. [More]
That said, people with a different line in the sand are making their defiance known. Whether what happens today causes more to join them or more to distance themselves remains to be seen, but there will be resurgences as infringements without recourse increase. The antis are going to keep pushing, and a growing number of gun owners are getting sick and tired of being told their only option is to repeat failed tactics in places where they have no chance to succeed.
You don't have to like it or feel comfortable with it. I've taken some recent heat for expressing caution and doubts myself. But the one thing we must never forget is that the true extremists are those who would criminalize rights.
That said, people with a different line in the sand are making their defiance known. Whether what happens today causes more to join them or more to distance themselves remains to be seen, but there will be resurgences as infringements without recourse increase. The antis are going to keep pushing, and a growing number of gun owners are getting sick and tired of being told their only option is to repeat failed tactics in places where they have no chance to succeed.
You don't have to like it or feel comfortable with it. I've taken some recent heat for expressing caution and doubts myself. But the one thing we must never forget is that the true extremists are those who would criminalize rights.
Once More into the Breach
Mike reports and philosophizes from Puyallup in anticipation of today's event in Olympia. [More]
I'll do what I can to pass along unique information as the day progresses. In the mean time, stay tuned to this Facebook page and this Twitter feed.
For instance, let's see if this changes, or if the strategy is just to shut everybody out:
I'll be adding updates throughout the day to the link list at the end of my GRE article.
I'll do what I can to pass along unique information as the day progresses. In the mean time, stay tuned to this Facebook page and this Twitter feed.
For instance, let's see if this changes, or if the strategy is just to shut everybody out:
Wait a Few Days, You'll Hear About It
Besides, if he wasn't already doing the Lord's work, how else would we ever notice all those screaming headlines about Brian Williams, or learn that Rosie O'Donnell is exiting "The View"?
The guy was useless in Fast and Furious, too, until "real reporters" got involved. How much information preceded that and has still never been noticed outside of a niche readership again?
It may seem like I'm just bitching for self-serving reasons, and guilty as charged, but the bottom line is this allows the narrative to be controlled by those who would control everything else. And as per standard Bizarro World practice, the illusion of a masses-reaching "maverick" serves that purpose well.
A Wasted Life
I've spent my life studying this, so I won’t return to address idiots with lame, stupid, ignorant arguments and inane insults. [Comment must load]I'm glad you're impressed with yourself, Sophie. My reactions to that statement are "You didn't learn much" and "Good, but you're projecting."
Friday, February 06, 2015
Gun-Grabbers Keep Pushing Deception Masked as Settled Truth
For starters, “ownership” is a legal and moral term. There can be a big difference between a gun “possessor” and a gun “owner,” and a huge difference in terms of how the two groups behave... While the “reports” will start out talking “gun deaths” to sway the headline surfers and the reading-challenged, it turns out what’s really being highlighted are “rates.” And those hardly reflect real numbers to show where more people are being murdered by criminals with guns they obtained illegally. [More]My latest JPFO Alert notes the lies just keep on coming. And if we want people to know, it's up to you and me to tell them.
Grassley puts hold on judicial nominee involved in Dobyns case
“[B]efore we vote on the Davidson nomination, I wanted to note that recently unsealed court documents in the case of Dobyns v. United States have prompted some questions that need to be answered,” Grassley commented. [More]This evening's Gun Rights Examiner report notes a significant development in a story that most of Big Boy Media doesn't think is news. The parallels with this and Fast and Furious are almost eerie in terms of what that took to get noticed.
Saturday rally to illustrate new paradigm in gun rights advocacy
The thing is, what I think, or what you think is a moot point as far as Saturday’s planned actions are concerned. Regardless of sentiments, fears, cautions and warnings, it’s “Game on,” and the activists will not be deterred. This is the new paradigm all of us, but especially the "gun groups," need to get used to, because it effectively nullifies any "compromises" some may be inclined to agree to. [More]Today's Gun Rights Examiner report notes defiance that makes enforcement problematic has the potential to completely change the game. Like it or not, we may just be entering the next phase.
We're the Only Ones "You AND Your Little Dog" Enough
Tragically, the shots he heard came from an Officer Joseph Pitts, the first to arrive on the scene. He had just shot and killed Davis' three-legged dog, Tooter. Three witnesses all claim the officer never announced his presence or identified himself as a policeman. Upon entering the room, Davis was shot, twice, by Officer Pitts. [More]Dial 911 and die. They not only have no duty to protect you, when they kill you, there always seems to be a handy "following department protocol/wanted to get home at the end of his shift" absolution rationale.
[Via Ned]
As the Old Paradigm Fades
A BILL FOR AN ACT CONCERNING PERMITTING THE CARRYING OF CONCEALED HANDGUNS ON PUBLIC ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL PROPERTIES. [More]I guess I'm getting jaded about legislation the sponsors know will go nowhere dealing with an area they really have no moral or lawful say in. Yeah, I understand the author is in there swinging, but there's a growing movement that's getting sick and damned tired of all the posturing and games, while rights we clearly understand are ours are being denied by self-serving oathbreakers, and citizens are being intimidated and punished for exercising them.
Some people are through asking. They're going to start taking back. Like it or not.
[Via cydl]
The Power of the Purse
A Time-Honored Tradition
So Bolsheviks hate Nazi rivals and free speech. What else is new? [More]
Surprisingly, we do have some common ground on guns, at least with what he's revealed so far. But anyone who would deny fundamental rights based on ideologies, as opposed to actions that actually victimize, is not to be trusted.
[Via Florida Guy]
Surprisingly, we do have some common ground on guns, at least with what he's revealed so far. But anyone who would deny fundamental rights based on ideologies, as opposed to actions that actually victimize, is not to be trusted.
[Via Florida Guy]
It's the Morally Right Thing to Do
You know, reward foreign lawbreakers with money that's not yours and infringe on the unalienable rights of Americans... [More]
Here's a telling quote:
I see he's got all kinds of awards and decorations. I seem to recall another high-ranking military hero who turned to the dark side.
[Via silentscope 47]
Here's a telling quote:
“Of course it could, but I don’t control life off campus...”But in his little corner he presumes to control life. I guess it goes with being used to instant obedience. That must be why he's not too worried if his demands may affect men who formerly served under him.
I see he's got all kinds of awards and decorations. I seem to recall another high-ranking military hero who turned to the dark side.
[Via silentscope 47]
This Day in History: February 6
If Historiographers should be hardy enough to fill the page of History with the advantages that have been gained with unequal numbers (on the part of America) in the course of this contest, & attempt to relate the distressing circumstances under which they have been obtained, it is more than probable that Posterity will bestow on their labors the epithet & marks of fiction for it will not be believed that such a force as Great Britain has employed for eight years in this Country could be baffled in their plan of Subjugating it by numbers infinitely less—composed of Men often times half starved—always in Rags—without pay—& experiencing, at times, every Species of distress which human nature is capable of undergoing. [More]
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