We're the Only Ones Mouthing Off to Drunks Enough

Investigators have accused Vela of performing oral sex on a male employee after the man passed out drunk at a party about a year ago at Vela's home in Mission, according to court documents. Vela is also accused of violating a different male employee with an object while that man was passed out at a party in July, Sheriff Lupe Trevino said.

Left unexplored is the type of out-of-control loser who passes out drunk at parties, and why such "Only Ones" appear to be the norm for the Alton PD .

I wonder if Jose is a member of the IACP...

We're the Only Ones Impressing the Ladies Enough

Prosecutors have filed two misdemeanor charges against a former police officer who authorities say crashed a squad car while showing off for three female college students riding with him...

Lyons afterward said he was "scared and afraid" and not thinking clearly when he failed to tell supervisors all the details of the accident, according to police reports. A report quotes Lyons as telling a supervisor that "I was stupid and trying to impress three pretty girls who were paying attention to me."

That's damned near pathologically pathetic. And we're to believe this loser is more capable of responsibly bearing arms than you and me?

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Officer Down

A police sergeant whose berating of a driver was captured on videotape has been fired.

About time. Anyone who threatens to manufacture charges against a citizen needs to be stomped hard. But why isn't he also being prosecuted? And as he clearly stated in the video that he was recording the encounter from his squad car, and now claims there is no tape, why haven't evidence tampering/destruction charges also been filed?

Go to the video link in the above paragraph, and get to 4 minutes and 14 seconds into it. I'm trying to ungarble the words, but doesn't it sound like he's saying "Then we can tear 'em all apart" in reference to the recorders?

[Via Peter G]

Rudy Savages 2A in Front of NRA Amidst Polite Applause

“After all the second amendment is a freedom every bit as important as the other freedoms in the first ten amendments. Just think of the language of it — ‘the people shall be secure’ –let’s see, this is my wife calling…”

I agree with Stop the ACLU that "What Rudy was quoting was most likely the 4th Amendment." But I'll go a step further and charge that the "well timed phone call [that] saved him" was a transparent manipulation of the audience--some of whom dutifully applauded. My money says it was a staffer telling him he was entering a swamp of no return.

Besides- Rudy told his first wife he loved her, too. And his second. Now we're to believe he loves us?

And here's another insight into The Bill of Rights According to Rudy:

"You should know I understand that the right to bear arms is just as important a right in that Constitution as the right of free speech and the other rights ... It's not going to change, unless something dramatic has happened to make it change, and then I'll explain to you why," he said.

Why don't you "explain why" right now, Rudy, or at least "how."

About the only perversion of founding intent that could even be "legally" raised--however implausibly--would be to repeal the Second Amendment. And that would not only require the Constitutionally-mandated ratifying process, but you'd still have at least some of us resisting on the principle that unalienable rights are not bestowed by government. But if that's what you're talking about, Rudy, we don't need you to tell us "why"--we'd be on top of that "debate."

So the only alternative scenario I can come up with is Rudy hinting at imposing martial law as a result of some "disaster"--be it natural or directed. I read this as nothing less than a promise he'll read us the edict when he orders mass citizen disarmament.

I see some in the "gun rights community" are already paving the way for how we'll have no choice but to support this monster if it boils down to Rudy vs. Hillary. The hell with that, and yes, I'm aware of the appointment of judges and bureaucrats argument. I see no difference between either proto-tyrant, and see no evidence that Rudy wouldn't pad his team with statists and functionaries loyal to his particular brand of fascism. And it should be obvious that the Republicans would at least offer token opposition to a Democrat president. When it's their boy in power, incentives to go along for the good of the party--quid pro quo rewards or punishment for "disloyalty"--will do much to keep all but the already marginalized in line.

We celebrate the anniversary today (or at least we should) of the immortal words (or at least they should be) "I have not yet begun to fight." If either Rudy or Hillary ascend to the Imperial Throne, we'd better come to terms with what they mean--and prepare ourselves to give up before the fight begins if we're unwilling to do so.

[Via John S and 45superman]

This Day in History: September 23

On September 23, 1779, Jones fought one of the bloodiest engagements in naval history. Jones struggled with the 44-gun Royal Navy frigate Serapis, and although his own vessel was burning and sinking, Jones would not accept the British demand for surrender, replying, “I have not yet begun to fight.” More than three hours later, Serapis surrendered and Jones took command.

We're the Only Ones Sorry Enough

"I’m not going to deal with a guy that has a loaded gun until I secure a weapon.”

You forget your place, servant. Who the hell do you think you are? And how about if we deal with you on those terms?

I wouldn't accept an apology from the Chief. Unless it comes sincerely from the offender himself, it is meaningless, and this "Only One" is still justifying and making excuses for his elitism and his ignorance.

And how nice of the department to exonerate Greene of excessive force liability. Where I come from, if someone grabs my arm, restrains me, puts me up against a wall, forcibly searches me and threatens me, all with the understanding that deadly force will be used if I don't obey, it's called "assault and battery" at a minimum. I'd think if the guy wasn't wearing a uniform, one could probably justify using deadly force as an appropriate self-defense response.

How wonderful these guys will now get some training into what the laws they are paid to enforce actually say. But I can't help wonder, if they catch one of us breaking the law and we say it's because we didn't know, will they accept our apology and give us a pass?

If it were me, I'd be looking at filing criminal and civil complaints.

Turning Assets Into Liabilities

Phoenix police won't be selling seized guns after all.

The Phoenix city government would rather pay to store them and inventory them and transport them and melt them, instead of treating them as revenue-generating assets. And then come back and complain how they don't have enough money to do their job and need this bond measure or that tax increase...

Another Dangerous "Gun Criminal" Off the Street!

Susan P. Dorsey, 50, sold four revolvers, a .22-caliber, two .38-calibers and a .32-caliber, to the pawnshop, the Baltimore Gun Task Force found while reviewing its records. The guns belonged to Dorsey's father, who is deceased.

Stupid move, Susan. You should have taken them to one of those "gun buy-backs", where you could have redeemed them for gift certificates, cash or prizes--all "no questions asked."

I love how spokespolicestateapologist Greg Shipley credits a "meticulous review of pawnshop records by the Baltimore Gun Task Force" for this stunning success at keeping us all safe. I don't suppose it's occurred to you, Greg, that if Susan had really wanted to bypass the system, she'd have just sold the guns "on the street" with no records. Let's see what your "Task Force" could have done about that.

I also can't help but notice how a conviction 18 years ago means this woman is forever deemed unworthy to be able to protect her life. As long as we're going to invoke those standards, shouldn't they be applied equally to all?

We're the Only Ones Stunning Enough

An Ohio police officer has been put on paid administrative leave after his own police cruiser's dash camera captured him using a stun gun to subdue a handcuffed woman, an attorney for the city of Warren, Ohio, told CNN on Thursday.

Yeah, I've always found the best way to restore sanity to a situation is to introduce screaming agony into it. Maybe kick 'em in the back when they're on their hands and knees, give 'em another jolt so they slam their head into a car fender...

Isn't that what Cesar Milan always does when he wants to encourage "a calm, submissive state"?

There's an opportunity for Officer Kovach: "The Drunk Whisperer." I know I'd watch it.

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This Day in History: September 22

September 22, 1781 - British fireships are released on the ebb tide, forcing French ships blockading the York River to move downstream. However, the French ships maintain the blockade.

In a Rational World...

...this lying sob would have been booed off stage amidst a hail of rotten cabbages and tomatoes.

BREAKING NEWS: DSU's "No Guns" Policy Violated!

UNBELIEVABLE!

Two students were shot and wounded, one seriously, at Delaware State University early Friday, and the campus was locked down as police searched for a gunman, officials said.

I just don't get it.

Campus policy clearly states:

WEAPONS/FIREARMS/EXPLOSIVES
The use, possession and/or storage of firearms, ammunition, explosives, fireworks or other lethal weapons of any kind in motor vehicles, buildings or elsewhere on University Premises or during University Activities are prohibited. Students who violate this policy will be referred to the Judicial System. The penalty for possession of weapons is expulsion.

It's especially perplexing, because their "Zero Tolerance Policy applies to... Weapons/Firearms/Explosives (possession or use)."

At least their residence halls are still safe:

Because of the threat of violence in our society, we are very concerned about weapons in our residence halls. Therefore, we prohibit the possession of weapons or those items that a casual observer might perceive to be a weapon (e.g., toy guns, stun guns etc.). Persons found to be in possession of such items or weapons may be charged with a violation of the Code of Student Conduct.

I just can't figure out what went wrong.

Perhaps Campus Security's "three-tiered system" and S.E.C.U.R.E. Program could use some fine tuning?

Personally, I think the DSU Escort Service wasn't employed. I mean, what animal with a gun would want to be confronted by "cadets...identified by their blue Public Safety shirt or jacket [and] equipped with two-way radios, and flashlights for quick dispatch and prompt safe service"?

Hold on--I think I may have pinpointed the problem: The escort's jacket is orange!



[Via Chris H and Bruce M]

It's Time to Employ the Surge...

...in California.

I see nothing in today's news about Arnold signing the microstamping bill. Perhaps the flood of calls and emails has given him pause to consider.

It's been some days since I've seen anyone pushing this, so rather than give the impression that there is a lull in our commitment, why not give the effort a surge before everyone skies out for the weekend?

Call or email the governor's office today. Matter of fact, why not take one measly minute and do it right now?

And tell a friend...

"With Support from the Joyce Foundation"

"With support?"

David Hardy points out they funded and wrote the damn thing.

Everybody realizes this is nothing less than a declaration of war on free Americans, right?

Curious how the "law enforcement" establishment is stepping up their treason at the same time they're arming themselves with the stuff they want to take from us. What can I say--they're "The Only Ones"...and naturally, their "authorized journalist" cheerleading squad is calling out the chant on cue.

Y'all are ready for the next federal "assault weapons" ban, right? Look for it right after the Dems sweep office at the next election, thanks to the Republicans blowing their time at bat so badly--and offering us such pathetic leading choices under their self-fulfilling trademark mantra that principled candidates can never win.

And even if Parker...uh...Heller results in an affirmative ruling, I wouldn't be looking for strict scrutiny standards to be applied to future "gun" cases--my layman's guess is that "compelling state interest" would trump any challenge to an "assault weapons" ban--that is, assuming SCOTUS wouldn't just duck the controversy outright. And assuming they don't screw us on Heller.

Why do I sound so certain this is the course we're headed on? No one can know the future, of course, otherwise I'd be making online stock trades right now instead of blogging. But it sure seems like it's in the wind, doesn't it?

Humor me: let's say I'm right. Let's say a federal ban passes mirroring California law--semiautomatic firearms are banned by characteristic and by name (and hell, let's throw in those .50 BMGs that can blow the Starship Enterprise out of low Earth orbit--besides, the Chiefs are asking for it in the Joyce Report). Let's say the new law "grandfathers" existing ownership (for the time being), provided you register your firearms with the government.

All of you who maintain we need to enforce existing gun laws and work to change the ones we don't like--will you comply? If you will, a fair question might be "Then what good is the Second Amendment?"

[Via HZ]

We're the Only Ones Green Enough

"I ask the citizens of Orem: How many of you would like to have your great-grandmother taken from her home with bruises and blood and placed in handcuffs for failing to water her lawn?" attorney Gloria Allred said.

Hey, what do you expect us to do, come up with non-coercive and non-violent solutions?

Damn right "the city attorney still is pressing charges." Maybe she won't give her name again and they can finish the job.

[Via Wm H]
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This Day in History: September 21

Faced with financial ruin, uncertain of future promotion, and disgusted with congressional politics, Arnold made a fateful decision: he would seek fortune and fame in the service of Great Britain.

We're the Only Ones Docked Enough

Two Ridge Meadows RCMP officers have been docked 10 days' pay for getting drunk and riding around assaulting innocent people and falsely identifying themselves as "PoCo (Port Coquitlam) police."

So the disciplinary board admits they are "disgraceful," as well as being "serial abusers," but they're going to avoid criminal charges? Even for drunken driving ?

Well, sure. After all, they are "The Only Ones".

How nice to know "both men had excellent work histories." We all know thugs just happen overnight, totally out of character with past behavior, don't we?

[Via Bruce M]

Another Benefit of Gun Free Schools

They say the attackers will kill everyone they see – students, teachers and parents alike – as they move in to seize the school. They will plant bombs throughout buildings, while raping and murdering and throwing out bodies as they did in Beslan.

The pair of trainers say the most effective deterrent to such attacks is to ensure there is an armed presence within every school. They recommend armed security as well as encouraging teachers and administrators to carry firearms.

Well, that last part will be difficult, because Wayne says "No."

And I'd hate to have anyone lump me in with tinfoil hatters, because as any long-time WoG visitor will tell you, I take pains to craft my opinions to earn majority approval and not get anybody mad at me, but just imagine if this scenario does happen.

Now imagine the terrorists use "assault weapons."

And if they got them from gun shows!

Hmmm.

And Hmmm.

What do you think the reaction from government, the antis and the media would be? And does the word "convenient" dare to spring up?

Nah, forget it. It's just me being delusional out loud. I think my foil is starting to unwrap.

[Via Sam]

Inshallah?

Almost two weeks ago, when I was commenting on Form 4473 and the racial profiling it employed as a prior restraint to obtaining a firearm, I asked:

But really--how, in post-9/11 America--can BATFU possibly justify documenting gun purchases by Pacific Islanders, but not by people of Arab descent? And is this just more stupid, or is it intentional?

Yesterday, when posting the latest developments at Red's Trading Post, I followed the link Ryan Horsley had provided to file a complaint with the DOJ Office of Inspector General about waste and abuse. On that same page is a button to "Report Violations of Civil Rights or Civil Liberties."

So I clicked on it, and it took me to a page explaining the procedure to file a complaint. And at the bottom of that page is a link to the OIG Civil Rights Poster.


Not that I want to single any group out, but I do find this rather singular emphasis to the exclusion of all else a bit perplexing...

DC Admitting 2A an Individual Right?

The strategic implications of DC's decision are enormous. It appears that DC has decided that its long-gun self-defense ban is constitutionally indefensible. The most logical inference is that DC (despite statements by the Mayor at press conferences) has concluded that it cannot convince the Supreme Court that the Second Amendment is not an individual right. DC is retreating to position that the individual Second Amendment right is not violated by a handgun ban, as long as individuals can possess other guns.

The implications are enormous.

So unless it was neglect and stupid lawyering, which seems unlikely, it means that despite their public posturing, DC's rulers know damn well what the Second Amendment is about. That they would proceed knowing they are in the wrong is revealing as to what evil and demented souls they, and those like them, are.

[Via Paul N]