Thursday, April 09, 2020

Control, Control, You Must Learn Control!

Rule you, we will.
Henry Kissinger, a former Secretary of State, penned a piece for the Wall Street Journal over the weekend where he called for a new Post-COVID World Order... [More]
Another reason I'm skeptical about all the warm fuzzies I've been hearing for his Padawan...

[Via Jess]

The Meat of the Matter

Major Meat Processors Shutting Down Plants As Employees Get Sick With COVID-19 [More]
Kooky old me with my overactive imagination for potentials, right, Cydney?

Disenfranchising Cuts Both Ways

Kobach: The Coronavirus Is No Excuse for Opening the Door to Election Fraud [More]
Politically-motivated accusations from the collectivists of being a voter-suppressing racist in 3...2...1...

[Via Tristan M]

UPDATE:
Mail-In Ballots Make Voter Fraud Easy. I Know Because I Did It. [More]
[Via Michael G]

Oops, We Did It Again

CBS reairs footage of Italian hospital after blaming first incident on 'editing mistake' [More]
It wasn't anywhere near as memorable as "Slaughter in Syria" anyway.

[Via Michael G]

Do as I Say...

Director Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus: “If you don’t want many more body bags you refrain from politicizing it – please quarantine politicizing COVID.” [More]
Says the guy politicizing...

[Via Michael G]

A Higher Law

The ruling effectively removes the sovereignty of EU member states to make their own decisions regarding the keeping of public law, order and national security in the case of EU migration policies, if those decisions conflict with EU obligations. [More]
Not one more American life to free these self-immolating fools from themselves...

[Via Michael G]

Say It Ain't So!

Pentagon Denies ABC News Report Military Intelligence Knew About Coronavirus in November [More]
You mean this is "fake news"...?

In fairness, they've both more than earned their own reputations.

[Via Michael G]

A Causation/Correlation Dilemma

21 shot, 7 killed Tuesday in Chicago - Tuesday was the most violent day of 2020 so far, as temperatures reached summer-like levels for the first time this year. [More]
So is it the fault of guns or the fault of "global warming"?

I think I know how to settle this: How much ice cream was sold?

Forget it Jake, it's Ch-Town.

[Via bondmen]


The Real Supremacists

“Far-right extremist causes, in particular white supremacy and white nationalism, have become more international,” she told the Times. [More]
Perhaps. But "right" is a relative term and conflating limited low-hanging fruit with all Constitutionalists and whites for political power is what's really happening here.

[Via bondmen]

At Least Tell Me They're Wearing Masks

Baltimore’s Gangs Aren’t Going To Let Some Coronavirus Slow Them Down [More]
They haven't lost a beat due to "gun laws," either.

[Via bondmen]

A Sign of Desperation

Shannon Watts goes after Governor Pritzker [More]
When people start to find out for themselves that they've been conned, the smart swindler will redirect the ignorant with a scapegoat.

[Via bondmen]

Vaal! He is Angry

Pope Says Virus Is Nature's Response to the Climate Crisis [More]
We're in for it now!

[Via Michael G]

Wordwhores and Narrative Parrots Wanted, Inquire Within

Democratic senators call for funding for local media in coronavirus stimulus [More]
Now that's journalism!

Following in the grand tradition of Axis Sally and Tokyo Rose...

Tell me that won't make them even more believable.

[Via Steve T] 

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

11 Cases Where Gun Ownership Proved ‘Essential’ [More]
And here are some cases where Amy doesn't consider it essential.

[Via Mack H]

A Nonessential Business

Dick's Sporting Goods is furloughing most of its 40,000 employees [More]
They can all thank Ed Stack for eliminating what's essential to keep their doors open.

[Via DDS]

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

Pelosi/Schumer may stymie Payroll Protection Program expansion over unrelated new spending demands [More]
But let's everybody get mad at Thomas Massie.

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Unmasked Enough

The Sheriff said that his department will “not be setting up any type of police state and this is not a declaration of martial law in Riverside County.” [More]
It's just that if you don't do what we say we can kill you.

[Via Michael G]

Biden Fingers Harris for VP?

Joe Biden Tells Kamala Harris 'I'm Coming For You, Kid' [More]
I thought that was Willie Brown's line.

Time to give her the Alyssa Milano treatment.  Wouldn't it be delicious if she could be pressured into very publicly telling him "No"?

Public Servile Announcement


In the spirit of "enforce existing gun laws," which all our betters recommend we do, please, please do not click on this link. [More]

Wednesday, April 08, 2020

Tiger King


RIP
I had the Wilson Al Kaline autograph model glove in little league.

SOP

Intelligence report warned of coronavirus crisis as early as November: Sources - "Analysts concluded it could be a cataclysmic event," a source says. [More]
They're just following a time-honored tradition.

In fairness, it's tough to separate the Monday Morning "Gotcha!" on the part of an incentivized DSM on this to clear a path for the Democrats in November from the way bureaucratic priorities have been assigned and escalated. I'm not saying that can't be audited for change, I'm just questioning who could have foreseen then what is known now, especially since so many still seem to be getting so much wrong.

[Via Steve T] 

A Person of Faith


"As a person of faith, the Governor recognized that the temporary gatherings restriction would be particularly hard on religious communities," the brief reads. "The Governor has issued guidance designed to help faith communities maintain their communion and worked with religious leaders to find creative solutions, including online and drive-in services." [More]
I was looking for what kind of faith teaches this and found just the religion!

I have to admit, a drive-through where you could hand the baby right through the window is a pretty good idea.

[Via Mack H]

No Convincing Needed Here

Why Owning A Gun Is A Completely Rational Insurance Policy Against Danger [More]
Don't tell me. Tell Cydney.

[Via bondmen]

New York, New York, It's a Wonderful Town



Tell me you wouldn't want to live there. [More]

After all, it's the Epicenter of the World!

[Via bondmen]

The Dog Ate His Homework?

Yet, despite numerous requests from researchers and the news media over four years, Lankford refused to provide a list of his cases or explain how he compiled them. [More]
I understand broken sprinklers can also be a problem.

[Via bondmen]

He's Not the 'Only One'?

Sheriff rebels against governor: 'We will not be setting up a police state' [More]
It's a good first step, but I have no illusions as to how he'd answer...

[Via bondmen]

Feel the Bernie

Sanders quitting Democratic race for president, Biden to be party's apparent nominee [More]
You Bernie Bros gonna stand for that?

Cydney Failure

In a March 16 Ammoland post, David Codrea imagined the food supply dwindling during this pandemic before telling his readers the government is “utterly incapable of protecting them.” [More]
Yeah. You got proof that it is, share it, or is this yet one more example of the type of competence required to qualify as a Brockian lickspittle?

Speaking of Major Errors...


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"All Americans"...?


Data Dump

This is the administrative record for our bump stock case it is over 5 thousand pages. It has everything you could possibly need to know about them. Please take a look. [More]
That Facebook post links to a big-@$$ zip file that'll take a while to download.

Per attorney Alan Beck, via email:
Today one our lawsuits challenging the bump stock ban had its administrative record filed. That is all the stuff that the Feds used to justify its decision. It has a lot of technical stuff and other records ... So here it is please note this is 5000 pages and you need to download the files before you can view it.
'We want as many people as possible to see it," he tells me. "The ATF's years of inconsistent determinations should be put in the public light."


Another Reason Why You Shouldn't Buy Guns

George Soros-Funded Group to Governors: Release as Many Prisoners as Possible Due to Coronavirus [More]
We need the cell space.

I hadn't realized Breitbart was so anti-Semitic.

[Via Michael G]

It's Not Like We're Asking You

Ankle Trackers, Tickets, Beatings: Welcome to the COVID-19 Surveillance State Stasi [More]
There is a solution, you know.

And no shortage of economic fascists eager to make it a reality.

[Via Jess]

A Durham Truck Driver


That's a big 10-4, good buddy! [More]

No...?

[Via Wynn A] 

Speaking of More Authentic Desires...

He thinks that government should help us “form more authentic desires for the individual and common good, better habits, and beliefs that better track and promote communal well-being.” Oh, and the Harvard law professor says that you and I, whom he calls “subjects,” eventually will come to “thank the ruler” for it. [More]
Those bent on destroying the Founders' system don't seem to realize it wasn't just intended to protect us from them.

[Via Michael G]

A Liberal Education

Teen suspected of murdering University of Wisconsin professor and her husband had moved in with them while dating their daughter... [More]
The reason I find this whole story so unbelievable is because Airbnb requires weapons to be reported and secured.

We'll Do It Our Way



You'd think the people in charge would know one of the prime rules is to keep your hands off your face. [More]

I'm not surprised to see something this stupid, self-serving, tone-deaf and offensively trivializing promoting Acton and DeWine.

Tuesday, April 07, 2020

Unclear on the Concept


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I understand she ordered 10 boxes...

We'll Decide What's Constitutional, 'Citizen'...

Why It’s Unconstitutional To Keep Grocery Stores Open While Closing Churches - It’s a dangerous precedent that government could consider itself the arbiter of private essential services. [More]
Yeah, but we saw what happened to the last church that defied them...

[Via Mack H]

Add This to the List

Domestic Violence Is Another Real Human Cost Of Stay-At-Home Orders [More]
Yeah, but what are we gonna do? Ban Democrat constituency households?

[Via Mack H]

The Differences are Clear

The Korean government brought in no lockdowns but has done aggressive testing and pursued a strategy of high transparency [More]
What's wrong with this picture...?

I will say this in re the difference in handling foreign nationals-- we get a lot more and from a lot more places, and most "illegals" are shot before they get there.

[Via Mack H]

The Tipping Point

How Much Liberty Must We Give Up? [More]
You'll know when people start shooting back.

This oughta do it.

[Via Mack H]

You Never Want to Let a Crisis Go to Waste

We write to ask that you immediately waive the restrictions on research with human fetal tissue, which are preventing federally-funded scientists from advancing important studies that could potentially prevent, treat, or cure the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). [More]
From the party that says trying Hydroxychloroquine is a human rights violation...

Free Advice Worth Every Penny

He suggested first-time gun owners secure unloaded firearms. “Hide it behind the cans of tuna and beef jerky that you’ve stored in the cabinet,” he said. [More]
I knew he was a liar, but have to confess I'm surprised to find he's this much of a moron.

Anybody hear anything in there about training? These people presume to be about "gun safety" and he's their resident "expert"?

Ilya from Michigan

I’m still in a bit of disbelief that there is a dangerous weapon in my house: one that more frequently contributes to accidental deaths, violent homicides, and suicides, rather than the romanticized personal protection experiences. [More]
That's not true at all. That whole lie hinges on the antis noting most DGUs don't end up with a lawful gun owner blowing away the perp.  We don't have to and our overwhelming responses show what bloodthirsty liars the gun-grabbers are, especially when they portray us as the violent ones who can't be trusted.
I live a pretty privileged existence. My family lives in one of the most affluent communities in Michigan. Everyone in the neighborhood leaves their doors open with bikes on the front lawn. Rarely do we worry about anything being stolen, let alone violent crime.
I'll bet Sharon Tate probably thought she lived in a pretty safe neighborhood, too.

The only question for Ilya: You gonna change your voting patterns?

I'm not so sure.

How about 'Ban Tyranny'?

12 Ways To Save Millions Of Vulnerable American Lives By Banning More Things [More]
And if we take our lead from guns, all it's got be able to save is one, right?

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Disrespected Enough

Crackdowns on Lone Surfers and Paddleboarders Threaten to Erode Respect for Law Enforcement Even Further [More]
So, Jack, if I introduced myself to you and then let you know I was carrying concealed without a permit because I consider it to be my right, would you confiscate my gun and arrest me?

If your answer is "yes," you don't need those other guys to erode my respect.

[Via Michael G]

Prejudiced against Reds?

Student newspaper characterizes criticism of Chinese Communist Party as 'racist' [More]
I'd love to see them express their opinions over there, but I'm not sure that wouldn't be encouraged as useful.

The wife and I watched The Spy Who Came in from the Cold yesterday -- she'd never seen it and it had been decades since I had (and I was a teenager when I read the novel). Without trying to give away too much of a spoiler for those of you who haven't, the fate of Claire Bloom's naive, communist-supporting Brit character struck me as fitting and as something that happens as a matter of course when idiots are no longer useful.

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Approving Enough

Chamblee’s police conduct policies state that officers may not leave guns in unattended, parked vehicles. Records show the chief reviewed the policy on take-home vehicles and signed off on it March 24, just two days before the break-ins. [More]
Thank goodness none of the firearms were "patrol rifles," which would have created a dilemma for the Authorized Journalists on what to call them.

[Via David G]

Authorized Black Separatists?

A new African‐​American Child Well‐​Being Department would be staffed by full‐​time state employees who “shall be of African‐​American heritage.” [More]
So it won't be based on "the content of their character"? You can roll over now, Dr. King.

If the state does this, it's fair to wonder: What other mandates will be needed for employees who serve the needs of the LGBTQ adoptive community?

Intuitively, I'm not against considering race and culture-based placement preferences if qualified parents can be found. I've seen a real-world example where heritage proved important as the child got older, which thankfully, was encouraged by the loving parents throughout his growing up.

But if you start doing it the mandatory way, how will Madonna and Angelina Jolie be able to show off their superior virtue?

[Via Michael G]

We're the Only Ones Neighborly Enough

Kansas City Police Officer Accidentally Shoots Neighbor [More]
Naturally, they're not releasing his identity. It's not like the neighbor negligently shot him, in which case that "administrative leave" would be behind bars, at least until after the arraignment and bail being set.

[Via Steve T] 

Exposing the Fascists

 Force is all they recognize. [More]
Which is why they'll never cede power for any real change unless a credible "or else" is attached...

We'll Tell You What Rights You Have and You'll Like It

District Court OK's Closing Gun Shops as "Non-Essential" [More]
An Obama nominee...

If any local gun stores recognize the judge as a customer, speak up.

[Via Michael G]

WHO's Their Daddy?

WHO Admitted That Taiwan Warned Them And They Blew Them Off So As Not To Offend China [More]
For this "we" pay $55B?

[Via Michael G]

Unsettled Science

Peter Navarro Explodes At Fauci In Heated Showdown Over Hydroxychloroquine [More]
If it does end up working for most, watch the political and media emphasis focus on the failures.

One thing's for sure-- let the economy go belly up and we ain't seen nothin' yet in terms of the dead.

[Via Carlos Perdue]

Proper Roles

“The people themselves are primarily responsible for their safety." [More]
Bingo!

I'm doing nothing differently because the government tells me I have to, or else. The precautions I am taking are based on the best information I can find, with the understanding that much of it is in conflict, it changes as more is learned, and my own limitations on what I know vs. what makes intuitive sense mean all I can ultimately do is the best I can.

But that's the way I try to live my life with everything.  Don't you?

[Via Carlos Perdue]

UPDATE: More "holdout governors"...

[Via Mack H]

Where There's a Will There's a Way

[T]he border with Mexico is effectively closed to illegal aliens. Border agents are deporting them immediately, and even better, the borders in Mexico and the Northern Triangle are locked down. Granted, “migrants” are held up in Mexico and we must suffer a farrago of sob stories. Yet SARS-CoV-2 proves that we can control our borders—if we want to. [More]
The same could be said about creating self-deportation conditions for most, and for making sure that "rigorous" as it applies to "legals" has as its first condition compliance with the Constitutional mandate that government actions "secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity."

Good thing this has nothing to do with that "single issue." If it did, you'd think one of the "Saviors" would have stepped up to champion their indefensible position by now.

A Right Delayed

"There is no constitutional right to immediately buy or sell guns.." [More]
Yes, there is, you f***ing liar.

#TimesUp


Looks like even the left is sick of Alyssa Milano's sh!+.  [More]

Meanwhile, Over in the Undeveloped World

Man shot five people for 'talking too loud' during coronavirus lockdown, investigators say [More]
The Russkis, eh?

Let's see-- they have nuclear missiles and a space program and we're told they're sophisticated enough to throw our elections. Good thing the gun-grabbers conveniently don't consider them "developed," otherwise they'd have some 'splainin' to do about why being "categorised as restrictive" fails so miserably.

Speaking of Ridiculous...

I made a Jockstrap Mask Tutorial... [Watch]
Is it unfair of me to wonder if it's his and if he washed it first?

Ridicule of Guns During Covid-19 Pandemic Predictably Ignorant


The lack of originality doesn’t stop there. Petri is hardly the first self-appointed “wit” to parrot the “progressive” narrative meme that the reason ignorant rustics want guns during this time of extreme social upheaval is to open fire on the pathogen itself. [More]
I'm wondering if there is anything more painfully dumb and less funny than "progressive" know-nothings attempting to be witty on guns.

Monday, April 06, 2020

Speaking in the Old Tongue

New Jersey desperately needs COBOL Programmers. That’s what the State’s Governor, Phil Murphy, apparently meant today, when he said at a press conference that the State needed volunteers who with “Cobalt” computer skills to help fix 40-year-old-plus unemployment insurance systems that are currently overwhelmed as a result of COVID-19-related job losses. [More]
At 62, Murphy's been around long enough to where that mistake is pretty much inexcusable for someone who had a career in finance. It makes me wonder what else he's faked his way through, along with who he knew, who he blew and who he screwed.

The wife has made a good living as a contractor with COBOL and other archaic skill sets over the last 3+ decades.  It's surprising how many have not transitioned. She'll be wrapping up her current assignment in August. I'll show her this for info, but I ain't moving to New Jersey.

[Via Henry Bowman]

Changing the Perspective

Received via email in re my "Getting There" post:
It really seems to me almost every article is missing the point. Idaho didn't "expand" or "strengthen" anything. It stopped infringing. Can we change the narrative from "Oh thank you, government," to "about damn time?"
I know he couldn't have inferred that from my words about the posted article I linked to because anyone familiar with my work knows I agree with that.

Here's a more proper way of looking at things.

About Last Night...

Classic AAR Roundtable with Brad Premo, David Codrea and brilliant analysis from Neil McCabe [Listen]
Here's last night's Armed American Radio Hour Three, and yeah, I especially thought Neil hit it out of the park in the third segment, starting at @30:30 in.

The winning lawsuits being ramrodded through by SAF deserve recognition and they don't come easy or cheap.

I guess the reason that resonated with me when Neil brought them up and then started talking about NRA was it recalled for me something I've documented time and again: SAF announcing a victory and making sure to credit NRA when it participated vs. NRA claiming sole credit and not acknowledging others who may have played a larger part. Sorry, but I've just seen too many times where credit has been an issue--and it's never been due to SAF.

I just wanted to point out what I considered the highlight of our conversation, but encourage you to listen to the whole thing.  You can also listen to Hour One and Hour Two at your convenience.

You Get a Vote and You Get a Vote and YOU Get a Vote...


Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (D) has vetoed legislation that would mandate state voters to show a photo ID before they vote in the 2020 presidential election, and every election after. [More]
Gee, why would a Democrat do that?

[Via Michael G]

Anything for Attention

Biden Campaign Advisor: Prosecute Trump For ‘Crimes Against Humanity’ For Endorsing Hydroxychloroquine To Fight Virus [More]
Crakron sure has changed since I was a boy.

She's a lawyer, too, and she's this ignorant, obviously just doing it for publicity and ethics be damned?

Two can play this game. So could 200...

[Via Michael G]

Think of It as Economic Self-Defense

How to Get Your Stimulus Check as Quickly as Possible [Watch]
I'm gonna use the wealth transfer of my money to them back to me again to pay property taxes.

The thought strikes that applying the same disqualifying income threshold without a regional cost of living adjustment is grossly unfair to folks living in crushingly high Democrat enclaves like New York City and Los Angeles, as opposed to Deplorable, USA, and that at least makes me smile.

How far the Republic has strayed...

[Via DvD]

Participation Trophies

Harvard Law School Students Advocate for Licensing Without Bar Exam [More]
In fairness, looking at the ABA and activist leftwing judges, my initial reaction was the same as this lawyer's:


[Via Michael G]

Not the Results We'd Hoped For

Alas, when the empirical research did not support the preconceived view of the Commission’s majority that “Stand Your Ground” laws harm African Americans, the project was shelved. [More]
How are we supposed to claim settled science if the data won't cooperate?

[Via Michael G]

Teach Your Children Well

The Schoolwork My Kids Are Bringing Home Exposes Public Schools’ Radical Leftist Politics [More]
Indoctrinators gonna indoctrinate.

[Via Michael G]

Help Wanted, Inquire Within

Would any lawyers admitted in Vermont be interested in serving as local counsel for an amicus brief to be filed Friday in the Vermont Supreme Court? The case is State v. Misch, and involves a facial challenge to a recent ban on standard magazines over 10 rounds. [More]
I'll bet he really appreciates the helpful comment from Jagdish!

[Via Michael G]

Fisky Business

The Daily Telegraph this week received a letter from the Australian Consulate General of the People's Republic of China, who took gentle issue with our excellent coverage of the coronavirus crisis. [More]
One of the better point-by-point smackdowns I've had the pleasure to read...

[Via Michael G]


UPDATE: And this is one of the better explanations I have watched.

[Via Carlos Perdue]

So Much for Being Good Corporate Citizens...

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Refuses Life Saving Help From Remington [More]
He'd rather people died than weaken his political narrative that gunmakers are evil.

Maybe if they retooled and made nipple rings...

[Via Greg K]

Because They Have Nothing But Contempt for Us?

The hardest hit states so far are blue states. So why is the media spending disproportionate amounts of time attacking red states? [More]
Because there's a narrative to push and plenty of virtue-oozing incompetents with no other qualifications who know they'd be unemployable elsewhere eager to push it...?

[Via Michael G]

Of Course You Realize This Means War

Democrats Seek To Outlaw Suburban, Single-Family House Zoning, Calling It Racist And Bad For The Environment [More]
No. Your move.

[Via Matthew L]

Getting There...

HB 516 changed all of that. The bill removed discrimination, and now Constitutional Carry applies to all American citizens and Idaho residents who are 18 years of age or older. The law appears to be going into effect immediately. [More]
That's -- what do the anti-gunners call it when they score a victory? -- "a good first step."

Now eliminate "gun-free zones" and make it even more Constitutional.

[Via Jim Simpson for Congress]

And I'm Proud to be an American, Where at Least I Know I'm Free

'Snitches get rewards': Democratic LA mayor wants residents to tattle on businesses that don't obey 'safer at home' order - 'We want to thank you for turning folks in ...' [More]
It's a time-honored national socialist tradition, you know...

[Via Jess]

Southern Man Better Keep Your Head


"Georgia man," eh? [More]

Never did think that ol' boy had a lick o' sense...

[Via Michael G]

Pockets of Resistance

Resistance to tyranny! A conversation with Dr Adam Bogart (edited) about the people resisting tyranny... [More]
As for "those purists who are critical of Trump for not being tough enough on gun rights; but are you ready to fight when political arrests or gun grabbers knock on your doors?"

Trump needs to hear it and feel the pressure when he strays from the pledges that his core gave him the power to fulfill, otherwise, he will be emboldened to infringe even more and that base will become dispirited, cynical and resentful, and then a Democrat will win. Those who point that out and urge him to stay the course are doing the man a service.

And you don't let the oppressor choose the time and place if you can help it.

Patton said it best.

They Love it When a Plan Comes Together

Folks, there is no possible way this is a coincidence. None. This is quite possibly the largest crime against humanity and crime against peace in human history, and the full consequences of it haven’t even begun to be manifested. [More]
And everybody's in lockstep?

And “'freedom' will be tied to a license tied to 'proof of immunity'”?

I know a lot of people are connecting all kinds of dots, but ya gotta admit these connections raise an eyebrow,

Then again, if this is true, how come we haven't heard about it from CNN?

[Via DvD]

'My Wife Won't Allow a Gun in the House'


I actually heard someone say that one time and asked: "What is she prepared to do if someone brings one in anyway?"

I bring that up because a frequent correspondent emailed me a story about one of his friends whose wife won't let him get a gun in this time of panic buying. He thought he'd had her talked into it, but she balked outside the gun store, partially because "of the people waiting in the parking lot - some douche bags showing off their big, bad dogs. Morons."

I share this for two reasons:

One is to point out how anyone who lets that scare them off and paralyze them into inaction would probably be worse than useless in a DGU situation. Until both these people work on their ability to process reality and personal responsibility, just adding hardware is unlikely to solve their vulnerability issues.

Two is because "our side" needs to recognize that hoplophobia is very real for some, and behavior that intimidates nervous newcomers like this woman is even less helpful than the stereotypical bloviating gun store clerk with an obnoxious, know-it-all attitude.

In fairness, who knows if the dog owners really were morons? The account I read had the wife scared and swayed by practically everything and the husband feeding her neuroses. I could say I'd have escorted my wife into the store, but I wouldn't have had to: I made sure mine was receptive on our third date when I took her to the range, well before any commitments had been made.

Putting Things in Perspective



What he says in terms of personal practices makes intuitive sense to my admittedly unqualified understanding.

[Via bondmen]

Preventive Medicine

For example, the presumed systemic issue of “mass” shootings (which actually have been on the decline) have declined to a halt, the media is not talking about that anymore.  Petty crime and burglaries should be on the rise, but since everyone is home, no burglar wants to deal with that mess.  Home invasion, that’s still an issue for sure.  If you had financial woes before this crisis, they are likely worse now.  Looting is right around the corner.  Our problems could be compounded or mitigated. [More]
Not that those who would rather see you dead than armed want people thinking about that...

A Natural Ally

A lot of people cheat with mail-in voting...[More]
Go to around the 1:15 mark.

Gee, guess who he agrees with.

So why the savaging?

[Via Tristan M]

Origin Story


New evidence suggesting COVID-19 came from a Wuhan virology lab is hard to ignore - Scientists were allegedly researching coronaviruses in bats late last year [More]
And from these humble beginnings, it has grown into the multi-billion dollar franchise we have today.

[Via Jess]

Just the Guy We Need

Unafraid to call out Trump, Maryland’s Hogan emerges as lead GOP voice for urgent action on pandemic [More]
Well, gee, if the Fourth Estate Fifth Columnists want us to accept this guy as the leader Republicans need, who am I to urge a closer look at motives?

Journey to the Center of the Earth

New York Is the Epicenter of the World [More]
And that, Peggy Noonan, explains your irrelevant and provincial mindset better than any critique I could ever offer.

DSA! DSA!

Look at it another way, as a test of state power. [More]
And we know those running things will do anything to get more. Just think what they'll do to keep from losing any.

Got a plan?

An Exercise in Long Division


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I know the "science" is debatable, but that's not the point. Environmentalcase "progressives," the people who also provide the useful idiots for citizen disarmament troops, say they believe, and this is a way to either set factions against each other or to demonstrate their hypocrisy for giving Shannon a pass.

VLLA SELLA 'n all that...

I'd send this to her myself but she blocked me.