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Interview with GOA's Larry Pratt
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... "Because GOA takes a somewhat different approach that can yield different performance assessments, tensions sometimes arise between its supporters and NRA's, along with often acrimonious, even bitter debate. And because this election has such potential to impact gun owners, I thought it important to learn not just about GOA and the man who is the driving force behind it, but to seek his assessment of some of the criticism being promoted in some quarters." ... |
Knew or Should Have Known
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"The complaint alleges that less than two weeks before purchasing the Taurus, Badger Guns negligently and illegally sold Fernandez a Masterpiece Arms 9 mm assault weapon, two high-capacity thirty round ammunition clips, and a flash suppressor. ..." "Did Fernandez lie?"
"Did whatever ID he provided pass the NICS?"
"When the Brady complaint says 'gun dealers should screen suspicious purchasers' beyond the requirements of the law, might doing so to minorities like the criminal involved in this case lead to charges for illegal racial profiling?" ... |
Neither Predator Nor Prey
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"From a weblog no longer around comes this entry, originally published in early October, 2005 by some character calling himself 'Cabinboy':""As much of a fan as I am of Bill Whittle, I was a little disturbed by his latest essay. Not the whole essay, mind you, just the sheep/sheepdog metaphor."
"Me -- I don't want anybody sniffing around me and nipping at my heels, trying to move me in the direction THEY think is best for me. I'm much more of a Gadsen guy myself."
"That's why I am so happy that Mark Spungin, president of the Wyoming Shooting Sports Association, has granted us his permission to republish his essay on what he believes is the proper totem for a Rifleman. ..." ... |
Framed: The campaign to portray gun dealers as criminals
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"The Washington Post has, over the course of this week, run what they're calling an 'investigation'--a multi-part hit piece on gun dealers, blaming them for 'gun crime.' The series starts with Sunday's five-page article about Realco guns, in Forestville, Maryland, which has, according to the article, sold more than 2,500 'crime guns' over the last eighteen years."
"What the article does not do, however, is present any evidence of wrongdoing on the part of the owners/operators of Realco--just the opposite:" ... |
In Unreal Session, U.N. Promises to Press Ahead with Arms Trade Treaty
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"The First Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, which focuses on disarmament and international security, has for the past month been hearing statements from U.N. member states, U.N. officials, and NGOs on a wide range of subjects, from outer space to chemical and biological weapons."
"But a central focus of many statements is the U.N.'s proposed Arms Trade Treaty (ATT). The supposed purpose of this treaty is to establish 'common international standards for the import, export and transfer of conventional arms.' ..." ... |
High stakes for gun owners in Tuesday’s Senate election
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"Polling data suggests that the race for U.S. Senate here in Washington is a dead heat going into the final weekend before the election, and depending upon to whom one listens – and believes – that may be bad news for incumbent anti-gun Democrat Patty Murray (who hasn't uttered a word about the report earlier this week that some people canvassing Seattle neighborhoods on behalf of her and other Democrats are illegal aliens, which we wrote about here)." ... |
Valkyrie Armament Introduces Belt-Fed, Semi-Automatic AR-15 Rifle
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"In a continually shifting world of firearms gadgetry, today’s discriminating second amendment protector is finally offered an AR-15 style rifle that utilizes time proven technology of Colt in a belt-fed configuration."
"The Belt-fed, Semi-Automatic rifle (BSR – Mod 1) borrows from the original Stoner/Colt belt-fed design and utilizes modern technology to precisely machine the removable belt box and feed tray mechanism that converts a standard AR-15 style rifle into a belt-fed, semi-automatic support weapons platform." ...
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Former Cop Selling Dashboard Cams for Citizens
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"Barry Cooper, a former star narcotics officers turned pro-marijuana activist and internet salesman, will be selling a dashboard camera that can be installed in your car to protect you from cops during traffic stops."
"The camera, which will conveniently be available a month before Christmas, seems like it captures high quality video and audio."
"And it apparently can be rotated 360 degrees to capture what is going on in front of you as well as inside the car." ... |
Mexico Mayors & CNN Blame American Guns First
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"Well, just when you think you have heard just about everything."
"Fox News reports that 'A coalition of Mexican mayors has asked the United States to stop deporting illegal immigrants who have been convicted of serious crimes in the U.S. to Mexican border cities, saying the deportations are contributing to Mexican border violence.'" ...
"This, on the heels of a CNN story noting that Mexico’s foreign minister, Patricia Espinosa, has claimed that violence in the United States is not related to illegal Mexican immigrants, but that Mexico’s violence is caused by guns smuggled into Mexico from the United States." ... |
Download Milwaukee Cops’ Lawsuit Against Badger Guns Here
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"Click here to download the suit filed by two Milwaukee cops (with a little help from the Brady Bunch) against Badger Guns. Three years ago, Officer Jose Lopez III and Alejandro Arce were injured in a gang shooting. Investigators traced the Taurus 9mm pistol used in the attack to Badger Guns of West Milwaukee. And . . . that’s about it. ..." ... |
The Truth About The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence
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"Ostensibly, the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence is about, wait for it, preventing gun violence. To that end, they constantly harp on about the need for 'reasonable' gun regulations: rules that keep society safe from criminals who use guns, by doing everything possible to block criminal access to firearms. This is the organization’s public position. And just like most of the regulations the Brady Campaign champions, it seems like a reasonable stance. Who wants criminals to have guns? But just like the regulations that the Brady Campaign champions, things are not exactly what they seem . . ." ... |
Gun Dealers and Gun Crime: The Truth is Out
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"For an industry threatened by disclosures indicating its own culpability in causing death and injury, there is a time-honored strategy — suppress the truth. As The Washington Post documented this week in a remarkable expose, the gun industry has learned the lesson well." ... |
Got a Gender Gap Problem? Push for Gun Restrictions
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"If Democrats want to know what women want this election season, I encourage their campaign gurus to start talking about an issue that has strong consistent support from women of all ages, races, and locations: gun control."
"Recent stories and surveys have highlighted the apparent narrowing of the 'gender gap,' which used to give Democratic candidates a significant percentage of the votes from women." ... |
Right to bear arms
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"We have an option to vote in favor of our right to have firearms on the ballot this fall. Let's see what some very wise leaders said about this right."
"Thomas Jefferson: 'Those who hammer their guns into plows, will plow for those who do not.'"
"John Adams: 'Those who trade liberty for security will have neither.'"
"Unknown quote: An armed man is a citizen. An unarmed man is a subject."
"Gun control is not about guns; it’s about control."
"An honest citizen doesn't shoot to kill; he shoots to stay alive and free." ... |
How Tea Party Candidates Like Joe Miller and Rand Paul Benefit From Armed, Right-Wing Militia Groups
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... "[Senate candidate] Joe Miller isn't the only Tea Party-backed national candidate attracting militia support with his staunch Constitutionalist support of the Second Amendment, which in its entirety includes the right of citizens to form militias. U.S. Senate candidate Rand Paul, who like his father is a favorite among militia members, spoke at a Second Amendment event last March outside Kentucky’s state capitol to a crowd of armed, uniformed members of the Ohio Valley Freedom Fighters. Rand joked that while he wasn’t armed that day, he felt 'like I have a private security out there.'" ... |
Chris Matthews On Sharron Angle: "I Don't Want To Compare Her To Hitler, But…"
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"On Hardball earlier, Chris Matthews was demonstrating how extreme Sharron Angle is by showcasing the infamous clips of the Nevada candidate discussing the 'Second Amendment remedies' which could cure the country of its Harry Reid problems. Matthews was correct in saying that there’s really no way of interpreting the quotes other than that Angle was talking physical intimidation, one of the most extreme ways to win any argument. Matthews then proceded to helpfully demonstrate the second most extreme way by (kind of, sort of, maybe, a little bit) comparing Angle to Hitler." ... |
Tomorrow, it's only a day away...
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"Next Tuesday, I hope your day planner begins the same as mine. At the top of my agenda in big red letters is a four-letter word that defines why we're the country everyone loves to hate, but can't wait to visit."
"The four letters: VOTE." ... |
NY: Preserve Your Firearms Freedoms By Voting Pro Gun (NYSRPA)
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"Do you want to preserve your firearms freedoms, promote youth hunting, increase access to public lands and ensure Conservation Fund monies are wisely spent?"
"On November 2 make your voice heard and vote for those candidates who will support you in Albany and across the state."
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AR: Arkansas politicians show their fear of the Second Amendment
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"Why are the majority of political candidates in Arkansas afraid to make their Second Amendment views known?"
"Arkansas Carry, a grass-roots Second Amendment rights group based in Maumelle, sent out surveys to every political candidate running for state and federal office. Some candidates answered immediately; others took a few weeks to reply. Most chose to ignore the questions completely ..." ... |
WI: Lambs take to the ballot
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"In every partisan election there are always sacrificial lambs -- candidates on the ballot that really stand no chance of winning against the entrenched incumbent." ...
"Still on the county's east side, County Supervisor Chris Larson ... should coast to Madison after dispensing GOP opposition Jess Ripp. ..."
"Ripp is opposed to the state's recently-enacted Green Energy Act and in one proposed tax cut, wants to cancel income taxes on tips. He also includes that he supports the Second Amendment right to have guns ..." ... |
WI: Senate candidates state views
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"The race to fill the 15th District Wisconsin Senate seat features a stark contrast in experience between the candidates."
"Tim Cullen, a 66-year-old Democrat with 40 years served in various public offices, is contested by 44-year-old Republican Rick Richard, who is seeking his first elected office." ...
"Richard is a strong supporter of allowing residents to carry concealed firearms, which is legal in every state besides Wisconsin and Illinois."
"While Cullen has not cultivated a firm stance on the subject, he said it’s important for all sides of the issue to be analyzed." ... |
PA: Keep Legislative Team Intact
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"Indiana County is fortunate to have a slate of incumbent representatives — three on the state level and one in Washington, D.C. — worth returning to office Nov. 2."
"It just makes sense to keep our team together in Harrisburg as they continue their work ..." ...
"Pyle, seeking his fourth term representing the 60th District, is a straight talker who has shown the ability to produce results for his constituents ... He is also strong on the Second Amendment and is an advocate for outdoor sportsmen." ... |
WV: John Raese, the NRA, and Gun Issues
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"No one questions John Raese's Second Amendment credentials. He's a lifetime member of the NRA, an avid hunter and gun collector, and every campaign he's run has featured a picture of him with one of his rifles. Clearly, the man is a dyed-in-the-wool sportsman and gun rights advocate."
"So why did Governor Joe Manchin get the NRA endorsement instead of Raese this year?" ... |
CA: Your most valuable right
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"This election season is the most important one in the history of America. Your right to hunt, to knock over cans, to protect yourself and your loved ones depends on your continued Second Amendment right to bear arms. ... The Second Amendment is vitally necessary, and the most important of all of our rights for all of us to remain a free people. Without it, you wouldn't be able to hunt, shoot, or protect. You would be a virtual slave to the government and living in total fear at all times." ... |
IA: Iowa Backlash – Kent Sorenson Positive 2A Record Twisted by Anti-Gun Appel
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"Earlier this year I wrote about and participated in a brouhaha regarding concealed carry in Iowa."
"The NRA had put forward a poor excuse for a carry reform bill that made the already complex maze that is Iowa’s gun law even more complex and dangerous to Second Amendment rights. Several of us were trying hard to get the bill improved before it ended up doing more damage than good."
"The hero of that fight was a young State Representative named Kent Sorenson who is now being attacked for being too supportive of gun rights by his opponent in a tough State Senate race." ... |
MO: County Police officer charged with assault on prisoner
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"The St. Louis County Prosecutor files charges against a veteran St. Louis County Police officer, accused of beating a prisoner."
"Former officer Norm Mizell, who retired amid the allegations, is now charged with 3rd degree assault."
"The 55-year old Mizell is accused of pushing a prisoner — Ryan Anderson of St. Charles – into a wall and striking him twice with a closed fist. ..." ... |
WV: Judges Order All Cops Entering Courthouse Searched
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"A policy at the Kanawha County Judicial Annex to conduct wand searches of police officers entering the building has caught some off guard."
"Lt. Debra Walters, who heads up the Kanawha County Sheriff’s judicial security team, said several officers were surprised when they found themselves stopped and checked for weapons with a handheld metal detector."
"They had been an exception to a strict rule in place there." ...
"Walters said that a few officers have 'grumbled and complained' about the policy but all have complied with the order so far." ... |
MD: Prince George's police officer indicted
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"A Prince George's County police narcotics detective accused of taking guns he had seized from criminals and reselling them on the streets was indicted Tuesday on 13 counts of misconduct in office and theft, according to law enforcement officials and online court records." ... |
AZ: Pinal sheriff balks at rehiring deputy who allegedly used Taser on frog
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"The Pinal County Sheriff's Office plans to fight an order that it rehire a deputy fired earlier this year after using a Taser on a frog."
"Internal investigation records show Deputy Raul Alvarado, 34, told witnesses he kicked the frog multiple times, painted it with White Out and stunned it with a Taser because he was "bored" at work in August 2009."
"Alvarado allegedly said the frog was 'taking it like a champ.'" ... |
PA: Philly Transit Cops Add Photog to Terrorist Database
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"While some of us celebrated the fact the Department of Homeland Security acknowledged last week that photographing public buildings is legal, most of us are unaware that the DHS is creating a national database of people committing 'suspicious activity.'"
"This, of course, includes photographers." .. |
TN: Tennessee Firearms Association Knoxville Chapter
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"THE NOVEMBER MEETING WILL BE HELD ON"
"TUESDAY EVENING November 2, 2010"
"Our guest speaker will be TFA member David Borum who will speak on ongoing efforts with TVA to allow permit holders to carry on TVA lands. David will also give some insight on letter writing to politicians and organizations such as TVA." ...
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WA: Judge Delays Decision on Injunction Against Kitsap Rifle and Revolver Club
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"A Pierce County Superior Court judge on Friday delayed a decision on whether to limit operations at the Kitsap Rifle and Revolver Club."
"Kitsap County prosecutors are seeking a preliminary injunction against the club, which would curtail its operations temporarily to allow for safety and environmental inspections. The injunction also would bar any site development at the Central Kitsap gun club." ... |
NY: Bad Attitude Toward Officialdom? No Second Amendment in New York
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"In New York, you may be denied your Second Amendment right to own a rifle if administrative officials decide you are not of good moral character." ...
"If a person submitting to the police for the right to exercise the Second Amendment to the Constitution is found to have a 'history of one or more incidents of domestic violence' — no conviction required, only presumably the evaluation of an administrative official — gun ownership shall be denied." ... |
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