Today in Giffords 'A'-Rated News...

Valley Plaza Mall Shooting in Bakersfield [More]

So how many "commonsense gun safety laws" were broken this time?

[Via Dave Licht]

A Bottomless Well

Rep. Tom Sullivan, a Democrat from Centennial, has a long list of gun reforms he hopes to see become law. [More] 

Disregard for a moment that murders in a "gun-free zone" by a maniac who ignored "gun laws" is what drew Tom into his obsession for taking it out on everybody else.

[Via cydl]

That's What It's All About

Here’s how they plan to tackle violent crime. First, they want new gun laws passed to keep weapons out of the hands of juveniles; second, more money for community mental health patients who don’t necessarily need an emergency room or jail; and third, money for witness protection. [More]

In other words, since they already have the first one, they want more money.

[Via bondmen]

Just Part of the Equation

Obama and his Department of Education ignored the real-life experiences of teachers and school administrators who knew that keeping a student who should be expelled or at least suspended from school for extremely outrageous behavior was not a novel concept, but a dangerous one. [More]

True, but you can't just kick the can down the road, either.

[Via bondmen]

So Much for Freedom of Association

St. Louis city leaders are considering a proposal that would remove criminal history questions from initial job applications in the private sector. [More]

Coming from someone with zero experience working in a for-profit business, but then again, that's not what this is about...

[Via bondmen]

Reparations First, Disarmament Later

She wrote that “guns are an expression of hate,” and encouraged people to put them down to prevent them from being used as an excuse to be killed ... "If extreme gun control comes into play before the Black community changes its relationship to guns, it will give law enforcement free rein to murder any Black person they even think has a gun regardless of behavior.” [More]

But the rest of you, go ahead and disarm.

[Via bondmen]
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A Chicago Democrat

Chicago Police have arrested Illinois State Rep. Curtis Tarver II after finding a gun in his car they say he was not licensed to carry. [More]

Clerical errors, you see.

Who does this guy think he is? Richard Mell?

Kind'a makes you wonder if a lawyer/legislator can get tripped up in them, what chance does his average constituent have?

Forget it Jake, it's Chi-Town.

[Via bondmen]

UPDATE: Bear calls BS on "clerical errors."

How to Divvy Up this Pie...

Corporate Executives Try to Assess Potential Impact of Tax Change Proposals [More]

I guess that depends on who wins and what that takes.

Oh, wait, I see -- this article assumes an enforceable, self-empowering global taxing authority for strategic property and resource redistribution as a permanent given, with just a few details to work out...

[Via Dave Licht]

Never Attribute to Stupidity that Which is Adequately Explained by Corruption

Does it sound like time to start getting rid of Democrats running the House, hellbent on impeachment even as the country gets engulfed? Republicans would be idiots not to use this evidence of an emerging crisis from our south, before it really gets out of control. [More]

Not idiots. Whores.

[Via Michael G]

Duress Code

I was too livid to express it at the moment, but when I did convey this misunderstanding to the HR rep later, her response was, “That’s not your decision to make.” [More]

So anything goes unless it melts snowflakes. Got it.

I'm recalling the instruction on "decluttering" from Robert Townsend's near-forgotten classic, where he talks about eliminating the personnel department. Having spent decades in my past life in heavily regulated corporate environments, I've pretty much seen the trends that led to where we are today before things wholly metastasized. I am so glad I'm out.

[Via Mack H]

Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Piers Morgan Paradise

A number of police officers have been assaulted after a large brawl broke out at a cinema in Birmingham.Officers were called to reports of people with machetes... [More] 

Obviously, rounded tips will be a big part of the longterm solution. No?

[Via Steve T] 

We're the Only Ones Straw Purchasing Enough

David A. Jones, who is now a captain and is still overseeing the police department’s Executive Protection Unit, used taxpayer dollars to purchase a Glock 43 9mm-caliber handgun in 2016, and declared under penalty of perjury that the gun would only be used by the department, the documents show. Instead, it was issued to former Chief Financial Officer Jim Beard on the same day it was purchased, a potential violation of federal law. [More]

Leave it to them to add a whole new dimension to "Don't lie for the other guy." I guess that's why they're trained professionals and we're not.

[Via Jess]

Not Ideologically Pure Enough

John Cusack calls for boycott of MSNBC over its coverage of Bernie Sanders as one commentator claims the 2020 hopeful is 'more dangerous' than Donald Trump [More]

I guess the cognitive dissonance of being an overprivileged collectivist with a net worth of $50M  must have him deluded into thinking the tumbrils won't come for him when he's no longer useful, the mask for being about "social justice" is no longer needed by the violence monopoly, and a connected functionary decides it's time to set up residence in his mansion.

As an admittedly subjective side note, what a forgettable "actor."

[Via Steve T] 

We are Controlling Transmission

The Contract for the Web is a global plan of action created over the past year by activists, academics, companies, governments and citizens from across the world to make sure our online world is safe, empowering and genuinely for everyone. [More]

Except for anyone ruling class mouthpiece groups define as "haters"...

[Via Steve T] 

The Time of Our Lives

Timing School Shootings for Higher Body Counts [More]

I don't suppose it occurs to anyone with decision-making "authority" that responsible adults being armed at all times would reduce body counts...?

[Via Wynn A] 

Unwelcome Truths

“Stating a verifiable empirical claim with no value judgement attached is determined to be ‘hateful conduct’ by Twitter,” Ngo said in a statement regarding the suspension [More]

In a time of universal deceit...

[Via Michael G]

Recognizing the Problem is the Easier Part

Propaganda: The long term psychological effects of our current protocol. [Watch]

He recognizes what's at work but seems a little weak on the deadly totalitarian implications of why. His admission of leftists sympathies and conclusion that "Don't worry, be happy/Close your eyes and think of England" are the preferred responses tell me solutions will be better found elsewhere.

[Via  An Hour of Wolves]

Reading-Impaired?

Armed and masked student arrested at Marquette University conservative event [More]

But...but...but...

[Via Michael G]

Designing Woman

There are far better ways to protect your family than a gun. Get a life insurance policy. [More]

I remember this...uh...towering intellect. I referred to her when she was prattling on about men being responsible for 100% of unwanted pregnancies, and that it's too late, we've already lost our guns.

[Via Michael G]

As Long as We're Dusting Off Our Crystal Balls...

Tucker Carlson's bold 2020 prediction: 'Don't bet against Michelle Obama' [More]

I won't.

Much Ado about...Posturing

Contrary to the rhetoric being spread in support of these efforts, virtually none of these jurisdictions have passed laws equivalent to even the most modest immigration "sanctuary city" policy. In fact, most of them aren’t passing laws at all. [More]

Wake me when my question has been answered.

[Via Jamie E]

We're the Only Ones Live and Uncut Enough

Machete-wielding robbery suspect shot and killed in Hollywood [More]

By police.

So Now Metaphors are Libelous?

Justice Samuel Alito penned an eight-page dissent, saying the case “presents questions that go to the very heart of the constitutional guarantee of freedom of speech and freedom of the press: the protection afforded to journalists and others who use harsh language in criticizing opposing advocacy on one of the most important public issues of the day.” [More]

He's right and it goes beyond that. Under such "standards," King George could sue the signers of the Declaration.

Hey, what about those who call NRA a "terrorist organization" and SPLC's "Hate Watch" listees...?

Mission Accomplished

Several other media outlets emphasized “automatic rifle,” as opposed to the usual mistakenly interchangeable “assault rifle” or “assault weapon.” [More]

Then Josh Sugarmann's job is done:

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Get Real

Police here said they found two small children sitting next to a loaded handgun and a trove of stolen property, after arresting two people suspected of repeatedly breaking into cars at the same downtown parking lot. [More] 

And these are who the grabbers would like you to believe are endangered.

Now the Serpent was More Subtil

Chick-fil-A Put an Obama and Hillary Supporter in Charge, but Dumped Christians [More]

Well, the punishment has traditionally been banishment...

I thought their CEO knew his  Scriptures...?

[Via Michael G]

UPDATE: The apple it is.

Gimme Shelter

We have well established second-amendment sanctuary counties in Colorado, Illinois, New Mexico, and Washington. We’re seeing a new bloom of them in other states. [More]

Yeah, this is a topic I've posted about here many times before.

I still have a simple question I have yet to see answered.

Physician, Heal Thyself

Multiple studies show that suicide rates are higher among physicans than the general public, the highest suicide rate of any profession, and this vulnerability manifests in providers throughout the course of training and practice. [More]

So the bloody gunquacks are projecting...?

We're the Only Ones Obstructing Enough

Sheriff Laurie Smith’s office, by its own admission, does not keep a tally of how many applications for concealed firearms are received each year, and it has refused to answer questions about what the criteria for approval might be, making it difficult to get an idea of how the applications are evaluated. [More]

I don't suppose campaign contributions have anything to do with it?

Welcome to the swineocracy.

Judgment at Nuremberg

“The notion that law enforcement would not follow the law is appalling,” said Lori Haas, a longtime activist with the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence. [More]

Ve vere only following orders...

[Via Mack H]

Looks Like the Wrong Thing is Hanging

Despite Police Shortage, Minneapolis Blows $772,107 on Hideous Art Project [More]

So will Arts Administrator Mary Altman, Mayor Jacob Frey, and the entire City Council be stripped naked and publicly flogged, or can they continue arrogantly doing as they please?

Democrats...

[Via Michael G]

Snitches Get What, Again?

The firearm seizure was put into action thanks to a red flag complaint made by Kaufman and his lawyer... [More]

Talk about a name that should live in infamy...

I find this equally troubling from people who should know better:

Although there needs to be an instrument of law to disarm people threatening violence, the real question is where the line should be drawn.

Flesh that out. Be sure to factor in due process and how that will actually make anyone safer.

Otherwise, this is no different than antis screaming "Something must be done!"

[Via Michael G]

Much Ado about What, Exactly?

Though charged with owning the “high capacity magazine,” no charges have been filed as a result of the standoff. [More]

So today is Pez dispenser day or something?

Looking at the hysterical overkill response another way, "authorities" are terrified of armed citizens.

[Via Greg K]

Unearned Credit

Some of the unrest is fanned by gun rights groups, such as the National Rifle Association... [More]

Nah, Fairfax advises us to do "what any honest, law-abiding American would do."

[Via  An Hour of Wolves]

Speaking of Wretched Refuse...

Accused bike-path terrorist Sayfullo Saipov tells judge he only answers to Allah [More]

And allowing him to emigrate here from Uzbekistan helped "to secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity" how, again..?

Rigorous!

[Via Michael G]

Alma Mutter

Two Georgia universities are investigating who drew swastikas and other racially-charged messages this week on their campuses, adding to a growing list of similar incidents nationwide on college campuses in recent weeks. [More]

Who do they think they are, Wheaton?

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Expecting a Child Enough

A retired Las Vegas police officer, whose wife is a sergeant in the Metropolitan Police Department’s sex crimes bureau, has been charged with soliciting a child for prostitution.[More]

Well, he did tell her he wanted kids.

[Via Neil W]

We're the Only Ones Blown Away Enough

Arcola cop forced woman to perform act during traffic stop, other victims possible, prosecutors say [More]

Don't you just love a story with a happy ending?

[Via Neil W]

We're the Only Ones Brutal Enough

A former Louisiana police officer has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for repeatedly punching a man who had his hands up in surrender. [More]

DID I GIVE YOU PERMISSION TO SURRENDER, MAGGOT???

[Via Neil W]

The DIY Loophole

An unintended loophole in a Colorado gun control bill illustrates what happens when lawmakers legislate technology they don't understand: Firearms owners find a way to work around the law without breaking it. [More]

Then again, some just say "Screw it!" and break it.

If you'd told us when we were kids we might grow up to be Pez dispenser criminals, we wouldn't have believed such an absurdity possible.

[Via Neil W]

Brought to You by Vote-Seeking Democrats and Cheap Labor Republicans

A ruthless Mexican drug lord’s empire is devastating families with its grip on small-town USA - With unparalleled speed, the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación, or CJNG, has set up shop in cities, towns and unsuspecting communities across America. [More]

Good thing this has nothing to do with that "single issue." Right, "Saviors"?

Anybody think the indirect approach will be allowed to work? ( https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dhs-chief-wolf-gangs-drugs  Fox News does not allow link access from Blogger.)

By Then He'll Be Cured!

Meanwhile, a judge sentenced Aranda to 19 years in prison in July, for first-degree attempted murder after the man admitted he threw the boy from the ledge [More]

At which point it will evidently be safe to open the monster's cage and admonish it to go out and sin no more. No?

And, of course, it being "gun-free"Mall of America, good luck stopping a violent madman.

The Entitled

Spectators rushed the field to stage a climate change protest at halftime of Saturday's Harvard-Yale game, delaying the start of the second half by nearly an hour and causing the game to finish in near-darkness. [More]

Poor little rich kids are all in for transferring your wealth.

Separated at Birth?

The eyes have it:

Actually, Schiff looks crazier.

Great Job, Again!

Shooting threat at Willowbrook school leads to AR-15 rifle, ammo, hit list, and arrest of 13-year-old  [More]

Something must be done!

AFP is Withdrawing This Story

[More]

What, without telling people why...?

Liberal Media Retracts Story After Realizing It’s Anti-Obama

I wonder if AFP ever "withdrew" this story, aside from scrubbing what they could:

The DSM: Is it any wonder I love them so?

The Man Who Would Be King

Bloomberg Enters Crowded Democratic Race [More]

Looks like the rope-selling capitalists are getting nervous about the mob the collectivists have riled up.

If he doesn't win the nomination, I say we appeal to the only thing massive about him besides his bank account, his ego, and "flatter" him into running third party.

Drinking While Armed

David Codrea exposes the hateful progressive gun-grabbers newest frontal assault on gun owners and Linehaul Truck Driver Wayne Woods discusses driving and self defense. [Listen]

On last night's Armed America Radio broadcast, host Mark Walters and I talked about my recent AmmoLand article on a court case involving a gun and alcohol in the home.

My post title sounds like a sequel to his grilling book, doesn't it? At least that's how the gun-grabbers would present it.

Tonight on Armed American Radio

Go to the AAR website to listen live or to find a station near you.

O'Neil v Neronha

A taser/stun gun complaint was filed today in U.S. District Court by Alan Beck against the State of Rhode Island. 

He, at times with Stephen Stamboulieh, has won victories on this in other states.

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You Can't Stop the Signal

“About a third of all firearms seized in Southern California now are unserialized, and that is expected to grow,” Ginger Colbrun, a spokeswoman for the Los Angeles region’s ATF office, told The Times in August. [More]

Words of encouragement for those of us who aim to misbehave...

[Via Henry Bowman]

If They Want a Democrat, They'll Vote for a Democrat

I love the smell of VA GOP infighting in the morning. It smells like…[Democratic] VICTORY! [More]

Amanda Chase appears to be one of the few who understands that's exactly what gutless "Republicans" avoiding the real issues and trying to appease "moderate" Democrats guarantees.

[Via Mack H]

We're the Only Ones Evident Enough

The South African Police Service is treating the incident as culpable homicide and is working to find out why the shotgun was entered as evidence while still fully loaded. [More]

The same "service" that had chain-of-custody possession since recovery and brought it loaded into the courtroom...?

And...Epstein Still Didn't Kill Himself

Epstein Guard Offers To Cooperate With Prosecutors, Wants To Spill Details On Suicide [More]

Unfortunately, she's going to probably take a fatal overdose or jump off a balcony before she does.

[Via Dave Licht]

So It's Not NRA's Fault?

High ‘Suicide’ Rate of Hong Kong Protesters Points to Chinese Regime [More]

Well, it's a cinch it doesn't point to the guns.

[Via Michael G]

Cut and Dried

According to Police Chief Annette Mecklenburg, Lowell had been arrested previously “for other incidents involving attacks on women wearing fur clothing.” [More]

Is there anybody dumb enough to think the answer is "commonsense knife safety laws"?

Besides the Brits...

[Via Michael G]

Of Motes and Beams

At 2,866, October homicide numbers up only slightly over September [More]

Yeah, sue Walmart, you thieving bastards.

[Via Wynn A] 

We're the Only Ones Lying Enough

Federal Indictment Says Deadly Houston Drug Raid Was Based on Lies From Start to Finish - The Justice Department says Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas were killed in an operation based on a fraudulent warrant triggered by a false report to police. [More]

Why do "pay-per-view crucifixions" and Nickel Beer Night at the stadium come to mind?

[Via Neil W]

Refugees Welcome!

[More]

Check out this developing map of Virginia "Second Amendment Sanctuary" counties.

[Via Ross M]

Turnabout's Fair Play

Mexico's government said Wednesday it has helped 10 Mexican citizens file lawsuits against Walmart over an August shooting at a store in El Paso, Texas, where a suspected white nationalist killed 22 people. [More]

Right.

How about suing the corrupt swine who head and administer the Mexican government and who enable unchecked invasion into the United States, with all the resultant violent criminality?

They want to play this game, take away aid and f*** 'em on trade.

[Via Michael G]

Like Father, Like Son

Women can make children, but only men can make men [More]

That's why the destroyers need to take away their influence.

[Via Michael G]

Cold Dead Hands

Good song -- listen and share if you agree. If it comes to that, to paraphrase Patton, let the hands belong to "the other poor dumb bastard."

This reminds me of another talent I'd like to see more recognition for, Jordan Page. I'd like to see these two artists on the same bill.

And I'd like to see gun owners stop following the sterile bee queens lauded by the "leadership."

A Handy Necronomicon for Kids

This looks healthy. [More]

Any bets on the political proclivities of the "adults" who buy it for their little devils?

Nice to see Walmart finds it more acceptable than its customers' right to the means of defense.

How About 'Any Chair in a Bar Fight'?

Trump’s Defenders Have No Defense [More]

It's not about Trump, Peggy. It's more existential than that, with the potential for ditches depending who "wins."

But I wouldn't expect you to know that.