Much like the last attempt, it got past the house, only to die in the Senate. It’s a really tough sell, even in Wyoming. There’s still the Arizona bill, however.
Year: 2010
Gun Control in Church (Again)
Looks like the Presbyterian Lay Community is pushing gun control again. This is likely why Heeding God’s Call was formed out of a project by CeaseFire New Jersey. Unfortunately for them, this is another case of elites taking positions that are contrary to many of their members. For those gun owners who are religious, it might make sense to get involved in church leadership so the kibosh can be put on nonsense like this.
Business Week Article on ARs
Getting Noticed
The Brady folks don’t seem to be too happy about Joe’s Starbucks day:
In case you missed it, last Saturday was “Starbucks Appreciation Day.” No, it was not a gesture of support from lovers of strong coffee (like me). The “appreciation” was on behalf of Americans who believe it is their sacred right to have a handgun with them wherever they go – even to carry it openly to make sure the rest of us know who are the real defenders of the Second Amendment.
Hey, it’s not me, it’s the Supreme Court. It would seem they at least have some people who agree with them. There seems to be a plausible legal argument under Heller that there may be regulation on how arms are worn, in that you don’t have any real specific right to carry concealed, or openly, but that you do have a right to carry in some fashion. So take your pick — open or concealed. You can prohibit one, maybe, but you may not prohibit both. There’s an easy way to stop this — reform California’s permitting system to make it shall-issue.
I should also note that Starbucks Appreciation Day was Sunday, not Saturday. But we’re not really that strict. I got a muffin and French Vanilla Latte on Monday too, which I would also consider part of the appreciation, considering I’m not a coffee drinker. But add enough milk and sugar to anything, and I will drink it.
Lawyers For Animals
The four legged kind. And here I thought the Swiss were mostly sane.
Quote of the Day: Government Relations
Yes. They’re there to say “noâ€, not to help you. Victory is figuring out a way to do something they can’t say no to.
This is truth.
Hoosier Double Cross
Caleb reports on some malfeasance happening in Indiana. I tend to think you should take Democrats as they are individually, but never trust the party. Come to think of it, that advice is probably good for Republicans too.
One of Life’s Greatest Mysteries Solved
As most of you know, I attended a women’s college. One of the biggest mysteries to me was why many of the men I know asked me whether or not we used to have pillow fights. I cannot tell you how many have confessed that they just have this stereotype/fantasy of college girls in a single-sex environment having pillow fights.
I think I just found out why that fantasy exists – and how come it seems to be the same across age groups.
This dates back to 1897 and comes to us courtesy of Thomas Edison – yes, that Thomas Edison. He would have been 50 at the time, so I’m sure he quite enjoyed the short scene of romping young ladies.
Board Candidates
I don’t really want to tell folks who to vote for, and who not to vote for, but since the Nominating Committee has decided to keep him on the ballot, I thought I’d remind everyone of this:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSGySNLyACE[/youtube]
Joaquin Jackson is hardly anti-gun. I’d classify him as having varied beliefs on the topic much like many Americans do, and as Cam so thoroughly documents each night on NRA News. He’s also rendered good service to NRA up until that incident, and for that I want to thank him. The problem with what he said is, Jackson isn’t just an ordinary American, he’s a candidate for the Board of Directors of the National Rifle Association, and with that comes certain expectations. One of those expectations, at least in my opinion, is you don’t throw high-power shooters and collectors under the bus. I’ll let you all decide for yourself, but for you I present this evidence.
Getting Ready to Go to DC
Posting light this morning. Bitter is busy getting ready for DC, and I have some issues to clean up at work. We’re headed there for the McDonald case, and to meet up and say thank you to some of the people involved in the case. Win or lose, the attorneys and plaintiffs involved in this venture deserve our respect and admiration. I feel the least I can do is be there, if it means being outside, quietly cheering them on. Let’s hope for a great victory.