If you look at the time on this post, you'll note it's pretty early.
I'm off to the hospital for a family member. I may post later this afternoon when I get back, or I may go straight to bed, having only slept about two hours last night.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Daley's Armed Bodyguard Proves Mayor's Hypocrisy
Today's Gun Rights Examiner looks at a damned hypocrite.You would be hard pressed to find a more anti-gun politician than Chicago Mayor Richard Daley. Which makes the headline from a Second Amendment Foundation press release an interesting example of "Do as I say, not as I do" elitism:DALEY’S BODYGUARD CATCHES KILLER; ‘WE SHOULD ALL BE SO LUCKY,’ SAYS SAF [More]
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Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Is FBI Agent in Mexican Gun Case Being Persecuted?
About an hour ago I received a phone call from a friend and trusted source advising me there is much more to this story than has been reported. [More]Today's second Gun Rights Examiner column...
Not sure what to make of this yet, but in all fairness it had to be posted.
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A Backhanded Gift
“Blaming the ‘gun culture’ for a criminal act is a calculated insult to the tens of millions of peaceable American gun owners who own firearms and do not engage in violence,” responded David Codrea, whose blog is called “The War on Guns.” [More]And why would I say that?
[F]undraising. The bigger the controversy, the more specific the appeals for cash.Really? Can anyone link us to even one fundraising appeal from anyone in "the gun lobby" that mentions the story this guy is talking about?
Certainly not from me. See that "In Lieu of a Tip Jar" click-through in the left sidebar?
Hell, I'm lucky to get readers here to even click on an Examiner link, let alone pass it on. I can't imagine how dismal a prospect it would be if I solicited for funds.
Oh, sure, once in a while I'll tell you about a book I think you might enjoy, or ask to help out with a specific case like Wayne Fincher (who, incidentally, I sent a check to before asking anyone else)...but if that was my strategy for the Mike Lupica story, wow, did I fail.
Sorry, Ken Newton. There were no "high fives" coming from me.
I guess a salaried "Authorized Journalist" might not understand that some people actually believe in what they profess?
Still, thanks for the mention. You spelled the name right.
Next time, though, could you include a link to my GRE page? I could sure use a few more pennies rolling in!
Money money money....
We're the Only Ones Killing a Killer Enough
We're the Only Ones Haphazard Enough
New Orleans Police Department officials ran a haphazard property and evidence room from which more than $200,000 went missing, and later failed to notify the proper authorities in writing of the missing money, according to a newly released state audit report. [More]So this is what happens when you give NOLA "Only Ones" complete control over something?
[Via retrotruckman]
Sonia Sotomayor, the Gun Owner's Friend
On gun rights, Sotomayor says “one of my godchildren is a member of the NRA and I have friends who hunt.” [More]Oh, good. She had me worried there.
[Via Scott J]
Is FBI Agent Mexican 'Crime Gun' Source?
We've seen this corruption saturate Mexican policing efforts. And we've seen how the corruption extends to "law enforcement" on this side of the border.Today's Gun Rights Examiner looks at another potential source for Mexican "crime guns." it shouldn't surprise you, either.
So why does this come as no surprise?An F.B.I. agent in El Paso has been arrested and charged with dealing guns, some of which ended up being used in gunfights between the authorities and drug dealers in Mexico, law enforcement officials said.A federal "Only One"? [More]
Here's one thing that may: Their government's surprising solution for cartels attacking Mormons.
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This Day in History: July 14
The Commander in Chief was surprised to day to see the bad condition of many arms they being not only unfit for fire, but very rusty, which latter defect it is certainly in the power of every man to prevent, and the neglect of it must arise from an inexcusable inattention of the officers. [More]
Monday, July 13, 2009
More Lies from "The Gun Guys"
I have a policy of not linking to these disgusting lying subversives, but wanted to point something out. They wrote about Albert Kwan back in Dec. 2006, outlining all the charges against him and then promising:
I guess these punks can smear a man, but when time comes to own up to the truth, well, that just doesn't fit in with their agenda.
We'll keep you updated, of course, when we hear more.Well...?
I guess these punks can smear a man, but when time comes to own up to the truth, well, that just doesn't fit in with their agenda.
Only a Madman
According to Jan Libourel, the editor of Gun World magazine, "Nobody but a madman would oppose some sort of gun control laws." [More]I need to read the article before I form a conclusion. I have not found it online.
One thing's for sure--taking the VPC at their word about anything would be an act of true madness.
[Via Jeffersonian]
When Only Ones Collide
Louisiana State Police say a trooper is on paid leave after being booked with battery, assault and false imprisonment of a judge after a traffic stop. [More]So: Did he pick the wrong victim or mess with someone higher up in the "Only One" food chain?
[Via retrotruckman]
In the Chips
In its October 2005 Federal Register notice, the State Department reassured Americans that the e-passport's chip would emit radio waves only within a 4-inch radius, making it tougher to hack.Still no word on when Tommy Thompson is going to finally get that rectal implant...
But in May 2006, at the University of Tel Aviv, researchers directly skimmed an encrypted tag from several feet away. At the University of Cambridge in Britain, a student intercepted a transmission between an e-passport and a legitimate reader from 160 feet. [More]
[Via William T]
Meanwhile, Across the Pond in Sarah Brady Paradise...
POLICE are to blockade neighbourhoods with Baghdad-style checkpoints in a bid to catch criminals. [More]I guess it's really true?
Giving the gun grabbers everything they want doesn't stop violent crime?
[Via Jeffersonian]
Gunmen Invade AZ Restaurant!
A festive mood took over the "Arizonashooting.com's" monthly meeting Saturday night at the Hometown Buffet. [More]Naturally, the enuretics are horrified.
Perhaps they read Prof. Volokh's newest paper, where he equates those trying to normalize open carry with "people who wear T-shirts that say 'I had an abortion.'"
[Via Larry Rankin]
Dumbest Moments in Authorized Journalism
OK, Beth Kowitt, Fortune reporter.
What smart thing would you do if you were attacked in the wilderness by something more powerful than you with murder on its mind?
I'm sure it would be something--what was the word Carolyn Maloney's equally vacuous aide used?
Wacky! [More]
[Via Jokers Wild]
What smart thing would you do if you were attacked in the wilderness by something more powerful than you with murder on its mind?
I'm sure it would be something--what was the word Carolyn Maloney's equally vacuous aide used?
Wacky! [More]
[Via Jokers Wild]
To Each According to his Needs
"If that bill had passed it would have done it for this business and the others like it," Furbee said. "People wouldn't have needed a permit any more . . . and wouldn't have needed us." [More]Get this straight, Furbee. I don't need you.
[Via DJK and Jeffersonian]
We're the Only Ones "Go Speed Racer, Go" Enough
A man killed Wednesday while apparently involved in a street race in Hercules was a San Francisco sheriff's deputy, a sheriff's department spokeswoman said. [More]Traffic safety law compliance, "Only Ones"- style.
At least he didn't get a ticket.
[Via Stephen S]
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