Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Tough to Feel Sorry for the Guy

CEO Bradley Johnson said in a court filing that the company’s prediction that the Democrats would hold onto the White House in 2016 backfired after a projected jump in firearms sales didn’t materialize. [More]
So they bet on defeatism and focused capital resources on fear..?

It sure sounds like there's more to it than that with all the payouts.

[Via @pamnsc]

Hate Speech

Fact-Based Argument Is Denounced as ‘Common Right Wing Talking Point’ [More]
"Progressives" really have gone full Orwell.

[Via Michael G]

More Than I Can Stomach

I think I said at the time that while not optimal, this is something we could stomach in light of what the Democratic Party wants to enact concerning gun control. [More]
If you didn't realize that throwing a scrap of flesh to a pack of circling jackals wouldn't do anything but embolden them, you have no business presuming to influence on guns.

Follow agreement finders at your peril.

[Via Michael G]

'I Will Not Comply'

Kiwis Just Say No To Gun Ban - In the wake of the Christchurch mosque massacres, gun confiscation fizzles as Kiwis ignore new law. [More]
As noted before on several occasions, the ricebowl gun groups don't quite know what to do with such people, aside from joining with "progressives" by calling them "extremists." That's because those in it strictly for the liberty don't send out emails to lists asking for money, or selling merchandise, or offering gunprizes to induce people to do the right thing out of covetousness instead of principle, or sending "fax blasts" to stuff the pockets of spammers, divert resources from the gullible who will then feel like they've done their part, and amuse corrupt legislators in safe districts.

I see a poster that could use an update...

[Via Henry Bowman]

Rope for Sale Redux

Koch network floats backing Democrats in revamp of influence operation - The onetime tea party powerhouse says it's ready to spend money to protect lawmakers from either party who back its priorities, including helping Dreamers. [More]
Who thinks they'll be as surprised as George?

[Via Mack H]

You Gotta Have Faith

All people of faith should be able to agree on its centrality even when disagreeing on how to address it. [More]
Faith in...what?

No, we can't all get along, not when one "side" relies on willfully-deluded followers swallowing lies in order to advance totalitarian evil, which insulated Mims here seems to view as an abstraction allowing differences to be amicably resolved.

[Via Mack H]

It Depends Upon What the Meaning of the Word 'Conservative' Is

Conservative columnist George Will: 'I'm for as much immigration as the economy can take' [More]
Is it wrong to want to see this dolt in a tumbrel?

[Via Mack H]

Another 3D Chess Appointment

President Trump tapped Cuccinelli to lead the agency ... [More]
A man of proven fidelity...

[Via Mack H]

Listen to Your Gut

Virginia Beach shooting victim considered taking gun to work over concerns about colleague, lawyer says ... She decided against it because of a city policy that prevents employees from bringing weapons to work. [More]
So much for a woman's right to choose what happens to her body, not that anyone but an idiot believes those who would control are actually sincere about that...

[Via Mack H]

UPDATE: She should have also listened to her husband.

Traitors All

5 Republicans Who Voted for Amnesty Bill Also Voted for Gun Control a Few Months Ago [More]
Brought to you by willing guncucks.

You know they couldn't get re-elected without them.

[Via Mack H]

Sure Sign of a Racist

Alabama rep branded ‘white supremacist’ for pushing free speech bill [More]
What a Nazi!

Let's burn his books!

[Via Michael G]

Strange Bedfellows

Parkland families push petitions for 2020 ban on assault weapons in Florida [More]
Their losses do not entitle them to initiate police state violence against me and mine to force their will upon us.

It's an initiative from Ban Assault Weapons Now, a shadowy group of Astroturf subversives we've bumped against before.

Who are these guys?

Searching the Florida Department of State Division of Corporations. we see Gail Schwartz, the activist "aunt," but also another name,  MAGGIOLO, GLORIA, and a  6619 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY #148, MIAMI address.

It's a box in a UPS store. Maggiolo looks like a political operator who plays both sides of the street.

Curious thing, that. The same name and address are listed on a Federal Elections Commission filing from April 2018, for the principal campaign committee of REPUBLICAN congressional candidate Javier Manjarres.

His "Issues" page pledged:
"The right to self-defense is protected by the 2nd Amendment. I will protect this most fundamental right by standing against those who are trying to undermine it. We can all come to the table and agree on enforcing sensible and existing laws that will keep us safe, but these laws can not undermine or erode the rights of law abiding citizens."
Manjarres appears to understand blaming guns is not the answer. On top of that, he's endorsed by NRA "A"-rated endorsee Sen. Marco Rubio. Conversely, he was also endorsed by FL AG Pam Bondi, who NRA called a "bully."

This first-generation son of immigrants from the Dominican Republic's website claims "His Republican and conservative bona fides are without question."

Sorry, Mr. Manjarres, I have some questions. Starting with "What's your relationship with Gloria Maggiolo?"

[Via Roger J]

Rope for Sale!


Boy, are these "capitalists" gonna be surprised when they're no longer useful. [More]

I Want a New Drug

Real life Iron Man: Robert Downey Jr. launches climate change coalition to clean up the world with technology [More]
Ah, better living through wealth redistribution.

And elitist "progressivism." (Even if for him the resulting "monopoly of violence" is by proxy).

Can there be any high more euphoric than unchallengeable, super power?

"Famous people"...

Who better to be thought leaders and influencers than crippled-inside stage props?

Add Trump’s Suppressor Slam to Series of Let-downs for Gun Owners


“How Trump can lose in 2020. Keep up the anti 2A talk,” Gun Talk Radio host Tom Gresham advised his Twitter followers Wednesday. “Gunnies won't vote for your opponent, but they will just stay home.” [More]
What it really boils down to: How many more betrayals are you willing to look the other way and make excuses for?

Monday, June 10, 2019

Swampland for Sale

ATF Director Nominee On Record For Protecting Second Amendment Rights [More]
Don't p*** down my back and tell me it's rainin'.

Red-Green Redux


[More]
In case you missed part one...

You Can't Argue with the Logic

Lawyer for ex-Ald. Willie Cochran ask for six months home confinement, saying "since sending previous aldermen to jail has not done anything to curb Chicago’s tidal wave of aldermanic corruption cases, there is no reason to think that sending Mr. Cochran to jail will." [More]
Forget it Jake...

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Nonrestrictive Enough

Broward County: Accused Murderer On The Run After Jail Screws Up Paperwork And Let's Him Go Free [More]
And he used an "AR-15 style" gun? Boy, if that isn't a call for more "assault weapon" bans, I don't know what is.

[Via Michael G]

Just When You Thought She Was On To Something

Gun-free zone signs clearly don't protect people [More]
And then, right after that moment of undeniable clarity, she decides it's time to trot out the industrial-grade stupid.

Those are quite some "men" in comments.

[Via @pamnsc]

Once is Happenstance, Twice is Coincidence

2 former state senators found dead in Arkansas and Oklahoma within days [More]
Mr. Goldfinger is still deciding.

[Via Jess]

The Bottom Line

But I still need to see it to believe it. [More]
And soon.

The Ends Justify the Means


What are a few mass graves among comrades? [More]

Ain't "our democracy" grand?

[Via Michael G]

Speaking of Fundraising Appeals...

NRA money flowed to board members amid allegedly lavish spending by top officials and vendors [More]
Unfortunately, WaPo says I've reached my limit and can't read further without giving Mr. Luthor his due, right after I buy my shirt.  Looks like they've got incognito windows and proxies stymied, too.

[Via Dave Licht]

UPDATE: WarOnGuns Correspondent Felix B sends some details.

And There Was War in Heaven

NRA Issues Subpoenas To 3 Board Members In Ack-Mac Lawsuit (Updated) [More]
So they want to expel whistleblowers against management but not actual enemies of the association's members?

You know all those increasingly strident fundraising emailers we've been getting? I'd like to see the standard response as "Tell me about the intern."

The Pro-Gun President


President Donald Trump’s administration asked the court to stay out of the case and leave the convictions in place. [More]
The "Would you rather have Hillary?" meme is wearing pretty thin, especially when you consider the kind of fundraising noise that would have been made our of Fairfax had her administration done that.

[Via Bear]

Speaking of Forked Tongues



Say, didn't she take an oath...?

So what better reason to dismiss this as old news and no big deal, and change the subject to impeaching Trump?

After all, she's a proud supporter of what made all this possible.

Besides, Mr. Luthor says it's OK. I wonder if an alternative featuring language from the Declaration would make the cut...

A Chronic and Habitual Liar

"Some of you may be aware our gun laws in the United States don’t make much sense. Anybody can buy any weapon any time -- without much if any regulation, they can buy it over the Internet, they can buy machine guns." [More]
I was noticing that the other day when I tried to buy some salad fixings...

'Last Fight' My ... Eye

Massive Crowds Take to Streets in ‘Last Fight’ for Hong Kong - Protesters throng city, rallying against a law that would allow Beijing to extradite people into mainland China to stand trial [More]
Well, there go their social credit scores.

At least the Chi-Coms are doing something about fake news.

NCIAss

Pauley Perrette Says She Is 'Terrified' of 'NCIS' Co-Star Mark Harmon 'Attacking' Her [More]
More likely she's another hysterical Hollywod headcase, but that doesn't negate the fact that he's "an advocate for gun control"...

Maybe if They Put Flashing Lights on All Those Warning Signs...?

Little's life of crime spanned decades, according to FBI officials. [More]
So they knew he couldn't be trusted without a custodian...?

Advantage: Assailant

The armed first responder could be just about anybody who is local, except for staff members with direct supervision of students. [More]
You know, the actual first responders...

Bewitched, Bewitched, You've Got Me in Your Spell

How Guns Literally Go to Men's Heads [More]
How would Thom Hartmann know -- on both counts?

Capture the Flag

US embassies still hoisting rainbow flags, despite advisory from Washington [More]
So recall and replace the ambassadors.

Anyone care to guess the "social credit" fate of anyone who'd burn one of these?

Another Hate-Filled 'Right-wing Extremist'

Aftabjit Singh, 38, was hauled away shirtless from Saturday night’s parade and faces a slew of charges including possession of a prohibited weapon and causing unreasonable fear. [More]
If this doesn't show the need for more "gun laws" I don't know what will.

Forget the Alamo!

HUNDREDS OF ILLEGALS FROM EBOLA-RIDDEN CONGO DUMPED IN TEXAS, 350 MORE ON THE WAY - Major threat ignored by mainstream media [More]
Time to ratchet up those "social media" bans to include those linking to pariahs...

Friday, June 07, 2019

Well, I'm Back



Just sort of... picked up a wicked flu bug a few days back, so I'll be on limited duty, focusing on what adds to the larder and ancillary stuff as I can get to it. As such, comments are back on but I still can make no promises about getting to emails, social media contacts and news tips other than I'll try.

Go easy on me.

Here's what got published in my absence, which I was able to publicize on Facebook and Twitter, but not here:
Do feel free to share the links.

I hope to be back to full production on Monday.

Thursday, May 30, 2019

A Journey of a Thousand Miles...



...starts this morning with a single step.  Meaning I won't be posting for a week, or moderating comments, which I've shut off, or responding to emails/tips, messages and tweets, Please hold off on those, as any received in my absence will probably go unanswered.

As usual, things have been coming across the transom I'm itching to field, including two offers for "exclusives." I just won't have time to even look at those until I return, so when I do they may be old news.

I also have four articles out awaiting publication and can't say what days they'll be posted. They'll be under the following links when they are:
  • AmmoLand: New Jersey's "name and shame" efforts and "unique" gun-grabber suicide tools
  • Firearms News: The Swiss EU disarmament referendum and ATF's swamp director nominee
Since I won't be here to promote them I'd appreciate help spreading the word. Also, you may find earlier articles you haven't seen, so feel free to give any you find worthwhile a boost.

That's it and now I've still got some tasks to complete before I head out, first and foremost turning feral sons Uday and Qusay's shock collars up to "Max" to keep them from escaping in my absence.

See ya on the other side.

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Is Red Dawn Really Just Ridiculous?



 If Not, Who Would Citizen Disarmament Help? [More]
If the laughter ever turns to tears it means we'll all be up to our necks in it.

Showing Their True Colors

The lie that will not die: Most mass shooters are white. [More]
I thought historically most were Reds...

[Via Michael G]

Release the Kraken!

De Blasio wants teens charged with robbery, assault freed without bail [More]
But don't worry, he'll be fine.

So will his kid.

[Via Michael G]

I Drink Your Milkshake!

Vice writer encourages ‘milkshaking’ right-wing politicians [More]
We know how this will end.

[Via Mack H]

KKKOA

White campground manager fired after pulling a gun on a black couple ... KOA "does not condone the use of a firearm in any manner" on its properties or franchises, Gast said. [More]
Or on other people's property...

And by making a point of including "franchises," the flack just admitted their corporate weasels lied.

So screw 'em.

Über Alles

Uber Driver Drops Riders At Airport & Returns To Burglarize Their Home [More]
Get Uber it...

Because why would you trust someone who doesn't trust you?

[Via Steve T] 

Marksmanship for Our Lives

More than 330 high school teams featuring over 8,500 student athletes are expected for the 2019 Trap Shooting Championship, June 10th-18th at the Alexandria Shooting Park in Alexandria, Minnesota! [More]
Looking at these young people and then looking at effete sociopaths like David Hogg kind of puts things in perspective.

[Via Gary F]

What Does It Matter?

No matter whether your Senators are Democrat or Republican, they need to hear that you are opposed to this gun control-infested bill. [More]
I'm sorry, but it does matter.

I'm also sorry GOA seems determined to blow an opportunity. More and more NRA members are becoming justifiably disgruntled and could be given compelling reasons to believe crossover support will be more smartly managed. Asking them to waste their time is a non-starter.

The Truman Show

Doug McCain, son of U.S. John McCain, will accept the Truman Public Service Award in his father’s name. [More]
And seeing as how "Last year’s winner was Janet Napolitano," he's in appropriate swamp company.

[Via Steve T] 

Canterbury Tales

Fraternal Order of Police President Chuck Canterbury Picked To Head ATF [More]
Coincidentally, Firearms News asked me to write this up and I submitted the draft yesterday afternoon. It's not posted yet so I can't give a link at this writing.

Open Arms

Texas Passes Bill to Let People Open Carry Firearms in the Wake of Natural Disasters [More]
What is this "let" of which you speak?

[Via Steve T] 

South of the Border, Down Mexico Way

Five ministerial investigative police officers assigned to the attorney general’s office (FGR) in Mexico City were arrested on kidnapping and extortion charges. [More]
Sounds to me like we need some more U.S. gun laws...

[Via bondmen]

Suggestive Language

Mark Cuban Suggests Changing Second Amendment in Three Ways [More]
I only have one suggestion for Mark Cuban.

[Via bondmen]

Then Stop Feeding the Flames

‘The violence has to stop’: 6 killed, 3 injured in shootings since Friday in KC metro [More]
But it won't because those "in charge" are vested in perpetuating the insanity.

[Via bondmen]

We're the Only Ones Estranged Enough

A Johnson County sheriff’s deputy accused of domestic violence allegedly punched his wife, put a gun in her mouth and threatened to kill her... [More]
The important thing is the paychecks keep coming and he recovered his firearms.

[Via bondmen]

Life Imitates Art

‘Can’t believe I’m going to die:’ [More]
Mother of Mercy...

Catch Some Wrays

“Christopher Wray is now standing in the way of history. Make no mistake about it, Christopher Wray has become an enemy of the people!” [More]
What else would you call a functionary who agrees with Richard Blumenthal on guns?

We're the Only Ones Stamping Out Enough

In the so-called “mailbox trial,” Louis and Katherine Kealoha are accused of commanding specialized police units to enforce their personal agenda and seek retribution against those who challenged them. [More]
Ah, the very people "authorized" to say you can't carry a gun...

Life in the Igeocracy...

A Modest Proposal

Gary Marbut demands commonsense literature safety laws. For the children. [More] 

I see some in "comments" either oblivious to satire, picking nits or just plain trolling.

And the Crowd Went Wild

Rep. Justin Amash (R-Mich.) received a standing ovation Tuesday evening at his first public event since becoming the first Republican to call for President Trump's impeachment. [More]
How many Democrat cheerleaders in the audience?

A Hands-On Politician


I’m tempted to move to Kentucky just to run against Mitch McConnell. [More]
Oh my!

And instead of kissing babies... [EXTREMELY NSFW].

A Government Solution



See a problem, make it worse...

Tuesday, May 28, 2019

'In a Time of Deceit Telling the Truth is a Revolutionary Act.'

Baseball team apologizes for video calling AOC ‘enemy of freedom’ [More]
What was "misleading" about that?


Let Anti-Gun Convenience Store Chain President Put His Money Where His Mouth Is


Who else would be so twisted they would threaten the life of another person over the contents of a cash drawer? And that’s the most important point: It’s not the cash being threatened, it’s the life. The money merely represents the value put on that. [More]
Just give 'em what they want? What if what they want is your life?

Under No Obligation

Killer driver is FINALLY unmasked: Police officers' son, 18, who was spared jail despite ploughing into and killing two pedestrians in his parents' Audi while high on cannabis is pictured for first time [More]
ThamesValley Police, eh? Doesn't everyone know they're "not obliged" to answer for their actions?

[Via Steve T] 

We're the Only Ones Premature Enough

Officer accused of sexually abusing 15-year-old killed himself, Mississippi police say [More]
Should'a waited a few months. You know, when she'll be old enough to make informed, life-altering decisions.

Splitting Hairs

Houston Communists Break the Law by Running as Democrats [More]
There's a difference?

I thought that even though such state laws had not been removed from the books a past SCOTUS ruling had rendered them null and void. Anybody have a different understanding?

[Via @pamnsc]

Do as I Say

Jorge Ramos Pens Another Anti-Gun Screed [More]
Because we see how well his way works.

[Via Michael G]

A Monumental Revelation

The MLK tapes: Secret FBI recordings accuse Martin Luther King Jr of watching and laughing as a pastor raped a woman... [More]
So when do we begin tearing down statues and changing street and school names?

Speaking of a Fight Between a Rat and a Snake...


Moby and Natalie are at odds. [More]

Anybody else feel as bad as I do?

Your Dues Money at Work

The NRA is suing the advertising firm that it has worked with for decades–again. [More]
And:
Ad Agency Fires Back at NRA With $50 Million Counterclaim [More]
That reminds me... I need to make sure the gift in my will is large enough.

The Next Big Thing

“The big thing is that the gains for the extremists were not very substantial,” Guntram Wolff, head of the Bruegel economics think-tank in Brussels, told Reuters. [More]
Interesting. Anyone who does not wish to be ruled by foreign powers is an "extremist."

And stupid.

Doesn't the old Eurorummy have an African to set on fire or something?

A Journey of a Thousand Miles

“We Build the Wall” Completes First Half Mile of US Border Wall in 4 Days from Private Donations [More]
The main thing that needs to be built is the will. Until it is, those whose interests are to obstruct and thwart will continue to subvert.

[Via Michael G]

A Tactical Retreat

The city, fearing a loss that would endanger gun control laws across the nation, responded by moving to change the regulation. The idea was to make the case moot. [More]
Who do these guys think they are? Lairds of Fairfax?

[Via DDS]

A Plan Comes Together

EXCLUSIVE: Border Patrol Whistleblower Provides An Inside Look At America's Broken Immigration System [More]
Is it really broken if it's working as intended?

[Via Michael G]

A Victim Mentality

Spin City: Chicago Tribune Calls Dead Thug A "Victim" After Concealed Carry Holder Defends Himself [More]
No doubt the work of a "vigilante"...

[Via  An Hour of Wolves]

Spending Priorities

Mark Kelly Attended Fundraiser Hosted By Canadian ‘Deadbeat’ Dad [More]
So he came here and brought his "principles" with him?

[Via Jess]

Be Prepared


MD Creekmore is posting "definitive guides" for state knife laws. [More]

Plus he's got a pretty comprehensive survival/prepping YouTube channel.

The New Normal

In Germany, Shia Criminal Biker Gang Named After Apocalyptic Prophecy Subject of Mass Raid by Cops [More]
Born to be riled...

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Prescient Enough?

Cops using 'Minority Report' predictive policing could see INNOCENT citizens framed [More]
I'm having trouble separating logical places and people meriting heightened alertness from hyperbole...

Then again, there oughta be a law...

[Via William T]

For the Children

Kawasaki stabbing rampage leaves three dead, including schoolgirl and suspect; 17 injured [More]
Any bets it was a "knife-free zone"?

[Via Jess]

Those Who Can

Texas Is About to expand Its Program For Teachers Carrying Guns [More]
So naturally, with 20 states now allowing some form of that without disaster striking, the Demanding Moms are screaming the sky will fall.

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Exploring Enough

Inside information into the years-long child abuse saga involving Louisville Metropolitan Police Department (LMPD) officers is now being revealed. The city commissioned former U.S. Attorney Kerry Harvey to investigate the LMPD Explorers program for children to determine if sexual misconduct, abuse, and even rape were widespread with police officers involved in the program. [More]
Well if they didn't want to explore, they shouldn't have become Explorers...

[Via bondmen]

Chip Off the Old Block

Dad's in prison. Mom was on parole. He's running for San Francisco DA [More]
Running on the "Soft on Criminals" platform, naturally.

[Via bondmen]

Lost Weekend

With 1,200 extra cops on the street, at least 42 people shot throughout Chicago over Memorial Day weekend [More]
Forget it Jake, it's Chi-Town.

[Via bondmen]

Couldn't Happen to a Nicer Guy

A partner in a well-known New Hampshire lobbying firm who represents two law enforcement organizations and a gun control group was arrested recently on multiple charges at his home in the Queen City. [More]
Everytown, eh?

[Via bondmen]

Monday, May 27, 2019

In Memoriam


Nick E. Morrison, Service # 35911900, Rank Private First Class, U.S. Army, Unit: 157th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, Entered Service From Ohio. Date of Death June 2, 1944. Buried Plot B Row 9 Grave 31, Sicily-Rome American Cemetery
Many Americans have the day off. They’re looking forward to barbecues and picnics, parades and games. Pursuit of happiness is good, albeit the Republic’s survival would be better served were Liberty pursued as vigorously as comforts and pleasures.

One way to connect with personal purpose is to reflect on those who came before us and endured great hardships and sacrifices, to bequeath to us, their heirs, a system of principles and laws designed to “secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity.” Here are some men I will be reflecting on today:

My uncle Nick Morrison did not make it back from WWII. He was only 19 and gave “the last full measure of devotion,” sacrificing life, love and family. Think about that. I cannot imagine the agony my grandparents had to endure over the loss of their only son. Over 50 years later, a friend visited the Sicily-Rome Memorial Cemetery where he was laid to rest and brought back a photograph of his grave site which I gave to my mother. She still wept at the loss of her kid brother.

My uncle George Codrea was a Marine on Guadalcanal and also at Chosin in Korea. He passed away in 2006 and was interred at Arlington. I will always treasure that he took time out in his later years to support my RKBA advocacy by sending me news clippings to write about.



My uncle George Popa was also a Marine who served in WWII and Korea. He passed away in 2007 and was laid to rest at Old Mission San Luis Rey.

My father John Codrea was a Marine on Guam. He turned 21 on Pearl Harbor Day. Dad died in 2012 and was interred at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

This is a day I have much to contemplate, including a solemn obligation to prove worthy of those who went before, of those I miss. I’m sure it is the same for most of you and especially for those of you either in harm’s way or who desperately love those who are.

Friday, May 24, 2019

About Those 'Weapons of War'...

Why the Founders Wanted You to Own Military-Style Weapons [More]
Delete "style" and I'm on board.

We're the Only Ones Not Approving Enough

If the notification email states your final disposition is Not Disapproved or Initial Review Not Disapproved this means that you have been approved and can now pick up your weapon.  [More]
But they just can't say "Approved"?

Manly deeds, womanly words, indeed.

The culpability risk aversion is strong in these "sworn" Maryland bravehearts. I guess this is an old rule, but it's new to me.

Bigotry Pays


If it's the right kind of bigotry... [More]

[Via Mack H]

War is Peace,Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength...


...and doing your damn job is "sabotage. [More]

And Trump is the swamp?

[Via Mack H]

Not Even a Little Bit

Powerful Dem Chairman Jerry Nadler has health scare at New York event [More]
I wasn't scared. You?

Speaking of un-American...

"Democrat Adam Schiff calls transparency in federal investigations 'un-American'" [More]
I hope I'm around to see this domestic enemy's utter downfall.

[Via Mack H]

The Play's the Thing

Pro-Trump star Kristy Swanson: Dean Cain and I got 'death threats' over play [More]
"Progressives" are about as tolerant as the Taliban, aren't they?

Look for further disruptions and attacks, because that's what leftists do.

As an aside, I understand she's got the acting chops to play Lisa Page, but she just doesn't have the gums.

[Via Mack H]

Giving Up the Ghost

Speaking on the condition of anonymity, like others in this story, these sources note he’ll occasionally point out in conversation that he’s writing this book himself, while Michelle used a ghostwriter. [More]
Kind'a like this little piggy...?

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Demanded of Enough

A Charlottesville judge has ruled that the Virginia State Police and the Office of the Secretary of Public Safety have 30 days to turn over at least portions of the law enforcement plan for Aug. 12, 2017, the day of the "Unite the Right" rally that turned deadly. [More]
That they would not do it unless forced tells us much.

[Via Mack H]

The Emperor's New Clothes

NRA Suits. Ever Heard of Buy One Get One Free? [More]
And as the story goes, the emperor was really naked. Which brings me to another point that seems to have gone off the radar: What's the deal with the "intern"?

I haven't heard anyone claim it's all made up. Why not?

I don't care if the wagon-circlers are "not inclined" to discuss anything outside of their professionally crafted, weasel-worded obfuscation -- they're the ones who need members to trust them enough to send money, not the other way around.  And until that gets unequivocally cleared up, it not only gives credence to things being what they look like, it is also profoundly unfair to the reputation of the young lady in question and the impact that will have on her life.

If it's not what it looks like, a good way to prove it would be to show where other interns have received similar accommodations as a matter of policy. They owe it to her.

In a past life, I used to do corporate policies and procedures, and such expenditures would be authorized and in accordance with approved and auditable criteria. If they don't have such expenditure controls, that brings up a whole 'nother level of unacceptably irresponsible fiscal practices. No wonder they say they're going broke.

If Fairfax doesn't come up with some credible documentation -- instead of digging in their heels and acting like anyone demanding accountability is a Bloomberg stooge -- the understandable default conclusion many will come to is that things are what they look like.

That, too, is grossly unfair to her.

Because if it is what it looks like, then she is being left to dangle in the wind while her "benefactor" hides. That's what Bill and Hillary did to young, impressionable and infatuated Monica, and look what her name will forever  be synonymous with.

Such behavior is the mark of a coward and a cad, and anyone who gives money to such is a fool. A man -- and I know the term as intended is "unfashionable" these days" -- takes responsibility for the bad he owns, as well as the good.

So which is it? Silence is unacceptable.

[Via Mack H]

I Just Found Out I'm an Anti-Semite


I was looking for something else and came across this:
Yes, Ranting Against ‘Globalism’ Is Anti-Semitic
Oops.

Her "authoritative" source is this, which offers opinion but no corroboration, and essentially concludes that if it's used by someone the author agrees with, it's OK, but if not, why that's hate.

But it seems we have us a meme.

Looks to me like just another way the hive-minded try to make people afraid to speak the truth.

Banking on Redirection

Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon flatly denied that any debanking has occurred at Chase Bank under his watch, but refrained from pledging that it would not happen in the future...Again today, Dimon refrained from addressing the SPLC affiliation after Almasi brought it up. [More]
But it's all about debt sustainability and regulatory compliance abilities. Honest.

[Via Felix B]

What it Takes

Wrangler’s collab with rapper Lil Nas X gets boycotted by country fans [More]
At least it wasn't over something trivial.

What Goes Around

WORLD’S OLDEST RECORD STORE BANS MORRISSEY SALES BECAUSE HE HAS A DIFFERENT OPINION [More]
Gee, that's too bad.