A question we are all tired of hearing in the so-called “debate” over so-called “assault weapons” is, “why does anybody need one?” Here is the answer once and for all.
Month: July 2012
Second Amendment Foundation Delighted with Ruling in Maryland Carry Case
SAF is delighted that the judge in a Maryland case that challenges the constitutionality of that state’s handgun permitting scheme is ready to lift a stay on his original order to process permits.
Gun Owners’ Action League’s Right to Carry Bill Needs Your Help
“An Act Relative to the Right to Carry Firearms” was filed by Rep. Peterson on behalf of GOAL at the beginning of the current legislative session, and is now with the House Committee on Ways & Means.
USAMU Soldiers Ready to Continue Olympic Tradition
When Pres. Eisenhower established the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit in 1956 he did so to raise the standards of marksmanship in the Army, what he really wanted to beat the Russians in the Olympics.
Olympics a Family Affair for Two Service Members
Perseverance is defined as “continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition.” Sgt. 1st Class Uptagrafft and Navy Reservist PO1 Uptagrafft epitomize it.
After Roller Coaster Ride, Soldiers Excited to Defend Gold Medals
One was labeled a prodigy after winning the world championship at the age of 16. The other was already a two-time Olympian and had won every match except for the big one.
USA Shooting Team Ruger 10/22 Takedown
Sturm, Ruger & Company and TALO Distributors, Inc. have teamed up to create a limited edition USA Shooting Team Ruger 10/22 Takedown rifle.
Improve Your Shotgunning Skills
You may want to work now to up your success rate later. One way to do that could be to attend a shooting school. The good news is that you have many options.
Sen. Moran & 50 Senators Agree Second Amendment Rights Are Not Negotiable
51 senators notified President Obama and Secretary Clinton of their intent to oppose the ratification of an Arms Trade Treaty that in any way restricts the rights of lawful American gun owners.
Common Ground on Gun Control?
I didn’t write this with the illusion that I could solve the problem of “gun control.” I’m hoping that it will be possible to open up some real productive dialogue on how we can work together.
Records Don’t Back Witness for the Prosecution in Reese Gun Case
The prosecution’s key witness in the case against a New Mexico gun dealer family appears to be have a chronic and habitual issue with the truth.
6,000 Rounds is Not a Lot of Ammunition
Much has been made in news coverage and from the usual list of Gun Control Liars and their political demigods about the fact that Aurora Colorado Shooter James Holmes accumulated 6000 rounds of ammo.
“Need” & “Reasonable” Have No Place in Debate Over God Given Rights
No matter what gun control advocates are targeting, the buzz words “need” and “reasonable” are trotted out.
Good & Substantial Stay Lifted, Maryland State Police to Issue Gun Permits
US District Court for the District of MD has issued an order to dissolve the temporary stay of the ruling that declared the “good and substantial” clause of MD’s carry permit law unconstitutional.
United Nations Arms Trade Treaty – Final Working Document Released
We could still see changes in the coming days. Notable is the removal of Munitions & Ammunition, more analysis to follow, as we wanted to get the document out for expanded distribution.
Bloomberg or Holmes? Who is More Insane? You Be the Judge
Bloomberg is shockingly out of touch with not only reality, but also the sentiment of police officers across the country, but is he as crazy as James Holmes? You decide.
Old Freedom Group Rumor Survives to Deceive Another Day
Freedom Group or Cerberus is a privately owned corporation, run by sportsmen, shooters, and firearms enthusiasts, we can say with great certainty that George Soros is not a part of the Freedom Group.
Olympic Shooting Sports on the Rise, But Not in the UK
UK interest in the shooting sports is small because civilian gun owners have been under attack from the UK government for nearly a century.
BATFE Continues Campaign Against Whistleblowers
If you make poor choices, if you don’t abide by the rules, if you don’t respect chain of command, if you don’t find appropriate ways to raise concerns to your leadership, there will be consequences.
Uncovered Docs Show Private Arms & Ammunition to Be Included in Arms Trade Treaty
We have mined documents that show that privately owned small arms and ammunition clearly looks to be included in the ATT agreement.
Reporting Colorado-Style Shooting Unlikely In Philippines Belies Brutal Reality
Police and their journalist cheerleaders claiming gun laws in the Philippines make massacres unlikely are flat out lying about current conditions and recent history.
A Calm Look at the Aurora Massacre
Even before the bodies were removed from the theater, the anti-rights groups, who love to dance in the blood of innocents, had a disco party calling for more gun control.
Dept. of Defense Again Attempts to Trample 2A Rights of U.S. Troops
I read with personal interest an article in regard to depressed returning troops recently posted at Military.com, entitled “DoD Could Renew Push to Restrict Personal Weapons.”
Can the U.N. Gun Treaty Trump the Constitution?
Could the U.N. Arms Trade Treaty, now being discussed in New York City with an expected wrap-up date on July 27, 2012, really infringe the Second Amendment? Maybe so.
Menino Chick-Fil-A Stance Shows Guns Aren’t Only Freedom ‘Progressives’ Threaten
Anti-gunners like Boston Mayor Thomas Menino unsurprisingly hate all freedoms, and are more than willing to use the power of government to harass dissenters.
UN War on Gun Ownership Continues Unopposed by the Obama Administration
Despite what you might hear on the nightly news, this treaty has NOTHING to do with disarming rogue governments and drug cartels. The ATT is about undermining gun rights in the United States.
The Arms Trade Treaty – Falling Apart?
No matter how “strong” ATT’s language, it will fail very simply because it’s a foolish idea, concocted with fantasies that cannot work.
Time to De-throne Lautenberg & Bloomberg
NJ Senator Frank Lautenberg wasted no time in calling for expanded gun control, jumping on the bandwagon pulled by NY City Emperor Michael Bloomberg within hours of the deadly movie theater shooting.
With Iran’s Leadership UN Arms Trade Treaty Plows Ahead
With the terrorist-exporting state of Iran in a leadership role, the committee has been plowing down obstacles and rapidly moving toward an agreement.
Canadian Youth Shooters Told to Stay Away from Ontario Summer Games Honours
Organizers say Sporting Rifle ambassadors must not appear during the World Record Camp Games ceremony due to the recent (unrelated) high-profile gun crimes committed in Toronto area.