The terrifying yet sadly amusing world of Wayne LaPierre
Coming to an America near you!!
I am very, very grateful that I do not live in Wayne LaPierre’s world. Because as described in a new column by the NRA leader, that world is a scary place right out of a Mad Max movie:
“Meanwhile, President Obama is leading this country to financial ruin, borrowing over a trillion dollars a year for phony “stimulus” spending and other payoffs for his political cronies. Nobody knows if or when the fiscal collapse will come, but if the country is broke, there likely won’t be enough money to pay for police protection. And the American people know it.
Hurricanes. Tornadoes. Riots. Terrorists. Gangs. Lone criminals. These are perils we are sure to face—not just maybe. It’s not paranoia to buy a gun. It’s survival. It’s responsible behavior, and it’s time we encourage law-abiding Americans to do just that….
Responsible Americans realize that the world as we know it has changed. We, the American people, clearly see the daunting forces we will undoubtedly face: terrorists, crime, drug gangs, the possibility of Euro-style debt riots, civil unrest or natural disaster.
Since the election, millions of Americans have been lining up in front of gun stores, Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops exercising their freedom while they still have it. They are demonstrating they have a mass determination to buy, own and use firearms. Millions of Americans are using market forces like never before to demonstrate their ardent support for our firearm freedoms. That’s one of the very best ways we can Stand And Fight.”
There’s a quivering, even pornographic quality to LaPierre’s description of the apocalypse that looms ahead. And isn’t it interesting that his recommended solution — BUY MORE GUNS!!! BUY MORE AMMO!!!! PANIC!! – just happens to dovetail with the best interests of his paid masters in the firearms industry.
As he puts it in his closing:
“We will not surrender. We will not appease. We will buy more guns than ever. We will use them for sport and lawful self-defense more than ever. We will grow the NRA more than ever. And we will be prouder than ever to be freedom-loving NRA patriots. And with your help, we will ensure that the Second Amendment remains America’s First Freedom.”
– Jay Bookman
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weetamoe
February 14th, 2013
1:02 pm
Chris Dorner, corrupt cops of Atlanta, Kathryn Johnson, *vote for revenge,* *bring a gun to the fight*. Best advice came from Bobby Seale and Huey Newton in the 60’s
LaPierre was mocked for his suggestion that armed resource officers be present in schools. (That was in addition to his other suggestions on enforcement, violence, and mental health). The parents of kids in Sandy Hook School are also demanding armed resources, not for the remainder of the year only, but permanently.
Kamchak ~ Thug from the Steppes
February 14th, 2013
1:03 pm
I’ll be glad to do so when you also specifically document everything you ever type on here.
So you can’t do it.
You pull something out of your ass, state it as “fact” and then you can’t document it when challenged.
I’ll act shocked and awed if it will make you feel any better.
In the middle
February 14th, 2013
1:04 pm
Not sure where tanks, chemical weapons came from. I do not recall anybody endorsing those weapon under the 2nd amendment. I am all for focusing on gun violence and solving the problem we with have with innocent people being killed by idiots with guns. Doing the wrong thing however usually end up causing more problems than doing nothing. I would love to hear workable solutions that would deter or eliminate gun violence. Yes I have a gun, a 9mm semi automatic pistol. Doesn’t mean I endore mass murder or smart bombs in the home. This is a serious problem and I would prefer serious solutions. Not just name calling.
TBS
February 14th, 2013
1:04 pm
“Their next step may be manufacturing and selling of jerked knee replacements, because we are going to need a lot of those.”
Running out to purchase an overpriced firearm that was not on any previous bann or current proposal would probably qualify for two “jerk knee replacements”.
Wonder if that is covered under Obamacare and what is the co pay?
Godless: just messing with you; imo there is over reaction on all sides
Vet
February 14th, 2013
1:05 pm
Elmer Fudd would be better than the Clueless On e in charge now!
Brosephus™
February 14th, 2013
1:05 pm
Ok, exactly what in my statement to you conclude to be factitious??
Well, for starters, I think you’re confusing showing an ID with actually procuring an ID. Showing an ID doesn’t cost one cent. Obtaining an ID, on the other hand, costs money.
Also, the very people who you claim don’t see the right to vote as not being guaranteed are the same ones that point to the amendments that state that the right to vote shall not be abridged by ……
Other than those two things, I think you were factually correct. In effect, that whole argument isn’t worth a stack of wooden nickles embedded in a termite mound.
Kamchak - You cons said Elmer Fudd could defeat Obama, so why didn't you nominate him?
February 14th, 2013
1:06 pm
Elmer Fudd would be better than the Clueless On e in charge now!
Then why did the cons nominate Romney?
TBS
February 14th, 2013
1:07 pm
“The parents of kids in Sandy Hook School are also demanding armed resources, not for the remainder of the year only, but permanently.”
are they taking this to the media or to their local municipality and applicable school board?
I’m not aware of any Fed law or reg that says these local districts can’t do this as other school districts are already doing.
Recon 0311 2533
February 14th, 2013
1:07 pm
0311/8541,
The young lady articulated her point very well.
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:08 pm
I appreciate the cons buying my guns for outrageous prices.
Easy money.
jhunt163
February 14th, 2013
1:08 pm
Obtaining an ID, on the other hand, costs money.
And if I don’t have an ID and can’t afford one, should that prevent me from obtaining a firearm?
Mr Right
February 14th, 2013
1:09 pm
Then why did the cons nominate Romney?
The same reason the Libs nominated a dip like Al Gore, he got the most votes!
Doggone/GA
February 14th, 2013
1:09 pm
“And if I don’t have an ID and can’t afford one, should that prevent me from obtaining a firearm?”
Yes
Brosephus™
February 14th, 2013
1:12 pm
And if I don’t have an ID and can’t afford one, should that prevent me from obtaining a firearm?
Can you prove who you are without an ID? Can a background check be run on you without an ID?
To counter the complete BS about your “argument”, you fail to realize that an ID is shown when a voter is registered. There is no gun owner registration, so yeah, you should show an ID to get a firearm.
Any more questions?
mm
February 14th, 2013
1:12 pm
Same crap everyday.
If it’s good for the country, the cons hate it.
If it’s bad for the country, the cons love it.
stands for decibels
February 14th, 2013
1:13 pm
And there are Olympic sports that include guns
And there are Olympians who do sports that include guns that are hawt.
Loves Me Some Obama Kool-Aid
February 14th, 2013
1:13 pm
Obama and WLP are cut from the same sorry cloth. Both deal in fear to deliver benefits to themselves and their base. Nothing new here….move on.
Kamchak ~ Thug from the Steppes
February 14th, 2013
1:13 pm
And if I don’t have an ID and can’t afford one, should that prevent me from obtaining a firearm?
You can’t afford to buy an ID, but you can afford to buy a gun?
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
Logic much?
stands for decibels
February 14th, 2013
1:13 pm
(the Olympian, that is. The biathlon gun is not so very hawt, really.)
weetamoe
February 14th, 2013
1:14 pm
Mocking Cosby with but..but.. but.. Chicago reveals an intellectual impotence problem. Try doing skeet in a pink tutu just like His Redundancy.
Vet
February 14th, 2013
1:14 pm
Most murders are committed by Democrats! You won’t hear that on MSNBC or any other truth!
jhunt163
February 14th, 2013
1:14 pm
I am just saying that people need to be consistent. If you believe the government has no right to tell you what to do with your body, and you believe that obtaining an id to vote constitutes a poll tax. Why would you believe another right would have to be infringed????? Also you believe so much in the right to privacy, why would you support a national database???
Doggone/GA
February 14th, 2013
1:15 pm
“(the Olympian, that is. The biathlon gun is not so very hawt, really.)”
Yeah, I knew what you meant!
jhunt163
February 14th, 2013
1:15 pm
You can’t afford to buy an ID, but you can afford to buy a gun?
Notice I said obtain. I was hoping the store owner was going to give it to me. Lol
That Black Guy
February 14th, 2013
1:16 pm
the dog
February 14th, 2013
11:32 am
Down-I was unfortunate to be in a Bass Pro shop not long ago looking for winter socks. There were people in line to buy guns that from their behavior I would not trust to wash my car. – Can you describe the bevavior the exhibited that made them untrustworthy to wash a car?
They all passed the background check. – Did you stand there and witness EVERY customer in line to verify that ALL of them passed?
Of course the check lasted about 2 seconds – Each time I purchased a firearm, the background check took about 30 min. Has ANYONE here had a background check that lasted less than 1 minute?
and who is to say the machine is working correctly or even turned on? – Yes, because a $3.83 BILLION company will risk their license to sell firearms in order to make +/-$100 profit by selling a firearm to someone WITHOUT performing the FEDERALLY MANDATED background check.
As they say, if you got to lie to make your point, you have NO POINT.
TBS
February 14th, 2013
1:17 pm
Vet
You have confirmed this with actual voter registration info? I’m sure you are not regurgitating what you heard on a talk show or diarrheaing at the mouth, correct?
Kamchak ~ Thug from the Steppes
February 14th, 2013
1:18 pm
I was hoping the store owner was going to give it to me.
As far as I know, anyone can give you a gun without an ID check. I believe the ID check is required for the purchase.
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:18 pm
I have never seen the right so weak and pitiful.
Great times.
DownInAlbany
February 14th, 2013
1:19 pm
That Black Guy
February 14th, 2013
1:16 pm
Nice rebuttal. In the words of Dr. Sheldon Cooper, the dog’s comments are pure “hocum.”
Banner123
February 14th, 2013
1:20 pm
To: Recon 0311 2533
If according to you those are the reasons (not 100% sure i believe that but let’s assume so), that is the stupidest reason not to do background checks. What they are essentially saying is “Because it isn’t 100% perfect system, lets not do it at all”.
Dumb, Dumb, Dumb !!!
Keep in mind, I am certianly not a gun control advocate. No more bans on guns or magazines. In fact, i say if you can pass the requirements for a Class 3 weapon, they should not limit machine guns to guns manufactured before 1986.
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
1:20 pm
Most murders are committed by Democrats! You won’t hear that on MSNBC or any other truth!
More evidence of “You can’t stop the crazy!” Why not add in that most murders are committed by Christians? Or dagnabbit, more murders are committed by Americans!
DownInAlbany
February 14th, 2013
1:21 pm
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:18 pm
I have never seen the right so weak and pitiful.
Great times.
Examples?
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:22 pm
The Vet could use some mental help.
godless heathen - owner of many things he does not need
February 14th, 2013
1:22 pm
Running out to purchase an overpriced firearm that was not on any previous bann or current proposal would probably qualify for two “jerk knee replacements”.
Yea, that too.
Has ANYONE here had a background check that lasted less than 1 minute?
Nope. It takes that long to fill out the form.
Aquagirl
February 14th, 2013
1:22 pm
Why not add in that most murders are committed by Christians?
Most murders are committed by people with a functional pancreas!
Loves Me Some Obama Kool-Aid
February 14th, 2013
1:22 pm
weak and pitiful is obsessing over a nutjob like Wayne Lapierre….just sayin’
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:23 pm
“Examples?”
Just read their comments.
Scared to death.
Aquagirl
February 14th, 2013
1:23 pm
Oh, and 11 alive is streaming vid from the Rec center where Obama will speak.
Doggone/GA
February 14th, 2013
1:24 pm
“Also you believe so much in the right to privacy, why would you support a national database???”
And do you REALLY think it’s OK that if someone is convicted in GA of using a gun to commit a crimes that they should be able to buy a gun in Alabama?
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:25 pm
The cons are losing their party and lost the majority.
Scared to death.
TBS
February 14th, 2013
1:26 pm
godless & TBG
Me thinks the dog (cat) just posts stupidity for stupidity’s sake…………
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
1:27 pm
weak and pitiful is obsessing over a nutjob like Wayne Lapierre
Bill Ayers says “damn”.
Of course, Bill Ayers is not speaking before Congress or being solicited for money and endorsements by numerous candidates or publishing a rating.
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:28 pm
Obsessing over a gun lobbyist?
Everything you cons believe in is based on fear.
A cowardly bunch.
rightwingextreme
February 14th, 2013
1:28 pm
the dog
February 14th, 2013
11:32 am
Down-I was unfortunate to be in a Bass Pro shop not long ago looking for winter socks. There were people in line to buy guns that from their behavior I would not trust to wash my car. They all passed the background check. Of course the check lasted about 2 seconds and who is to say the machine is working correctly or even turned on? Background checks should be done in places other than the point of sale.
Maybe a background check should be employed before bloggers are allowed to post??
DownInAlbany
February 14th, 2013
1:28 pm
getalife: Looks like the left is scared to death too!
http://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2013/02/missouri-democrats-intruduce-legislation-to-confiscate-firearms-gives-gunowners-90-days-to-turn-in-guns/
Hysteria on the right, hysteria on the left! We’re surrounded by hysteria!
Li'l Aynie
February 14th, 2013
1:28 pm
LaPierre and his followers have mental disorders, either paranoia or schizophrenia, perhaps both. These disorders are treatable but not curable. Fortunately, they are covered under ObamaCare, Medicare, and Medicaid!
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:29 pm
downer,
Will it pass?
pols propose all kinds of things.
jhunt163
February 14th, 2013
1:30 pm
And do you REALLY think it’s OK that if someone is convicted in GA of using a gun to commit a crimes that they should be able to buy a gun in Alabama
DG, that is a valid point. I would prefer a National DB of persons who have lost their rights and are not permitted to own a gun. Kind of like the “No Fly List”
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
1:31 pm
Now Aquagirl, you know that only the 47% have a functioning pancreas, Rich people can hire staff to digest their food.
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:31 pm
The President is speaking in Decatur Georgia.
They love him.
Gunluvr
February 14th, 2013
1:31 pm
Jay, have u seen that Anti-gun Democrats in Missouri have written legislation to confiscate guns? It’s upset quite a few people there and now there’s justifiable calls for lynching them. Looks like Wayne’s not as crazy as ya’ll have tried to make him sound. NO GUN CONTROL NOW, NO GUN CONTROL EVER!!
http://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2013/02/missouri-democrats-intruduce-legislation-to-confiscate-firearms-gives-gunowners-90-days-to-turn-in-guns/
Logical Dude
February 14th, 2013
1:33 pm
Aquagirl: Rec center where Obama will speak.
Rec Center??? Is he going to play basketball too?
I thought he’d talk in a theater, civic center or something. But a Rec Center?? (well, okay, I’ll say it was likely up to Secret Service to make this final decision.)
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:33 pm
They got the memo.
Recon 0311 2533
February 14th, 2013
1:33 pm
Banner,
Evidently the NRA’s point is if existing laws are not being enforced it doesn’t make sense to legislate new laws including a universal database that doesn’t include prosecution for illegally attempting to purchase firearms.
rightwingextreme
February 14th, 2013
1:34 pm
Brosephus™
February 14th, 2013
1:05 pm
Ok, exactly what in my statement to you conclude to be factitious??
Well, for starters, I think you’re confusing showing an ID with actually procuring an ID. Showing an ID doesn’t cost one cent. Obtaining an ID, on the other hand, costs money.
I think you can get a guvment issued ID for free……just saying.
A humanist
February 14th, 2013
1:34 pm
I for one would not be in the least bit upset were I to learn that Herr LaPierre walked smack dab into the path of a flying bullet, hopefully fired by another card-carrying member of the NRA.
Kamchak ~ Thug from the Steppes
February 14th, 2013
1:35 pm
http://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2013/02/missouri-democrats-intruduce-legislation-to-confiscate-firearms-gives-gunowners-90-days-to-turn-in-guns/
Thrice posted drudgey spam.
Logical Dude
February 14th, 2013
1:35 pm
Wayne La Pierre says: “We, the American people, clearly see the daunting forces we will undoubtedly face: terrorists, crime, drug gangs, the possibility of Euro-style debt riots, civil unrest or natural disaster.”
Because with just the right disaster scenario, you too, can be the survivor in the Zombie Apocalypse.
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
1:38 pm
Evidently the NRA’s point is if existing laws are not being enforced it doesn’t make sense to legislate new laws including a universal database that doesn’t include prosecution for illegally attempting to purchase firearms.
And only the gullible would believe this. The NRA has actively sought to block enforcement of current laws and to weaken them. The resources to enforce current laws have been repeatedly denied and have large loopholes. But keep on those talking points. They may not make sense but there are gullible people out there.
DownInAlbany
February 14th, 2013
1:39 pm
getalife
February 14th, 2013
1:29 pm
downer,
Will it pass? I seriously doubt it.
pols propose all kinds of things. I think you understand my (counter) point.
Banner123
February 14th, 2013
1:42 pm
Recon 0311 2533
You show me a law that has been 100% enforced, 100% of the time. It wasn’t fully enforced under GWB and I seriously doubt he anyone would compare his adminstrations gun views anywhere near Obama’s adminstration gun views.
I won’t stop ALL criminals or people intent of causing harm, but it won’t be 0% ineffectvie either as the NRA suggest.
To me, as a legitimate gun owner who would have no problem passing a background check, the insignificant hassle that may cause is well worth it.
DownInAlbany
February 14th, 2013
1:42 pm
Kamchak ~ Thug from the Steppes
February 14th, 2013
1:35 pm
It took three times, kammy. You’re losing your touch!
monty
February 14th, 2013
1:42 pm
If any of you lefties were really, truly interested in “saving lives”, you would want booze outlawed(huh?no comment?). Oh you like your booze like a NRA member likes his guns., except guns don’t make people do really bizarre stuff, like booze does. Like get in a car and drive and hit people and kill them. Lets face it a car is the most deadly thing out there, especially in the hands of the wrong (drunk) person. What’s that you say? Still want your booze? THought so. Next topic.
Erwin's cat
February 14th, 2013
1:47 pm
monty – if you’re gonna take my booze you might as well take my gun….who wants to hunt sober?
Kamchak ~ Thug from the Steppes
February 14th, 2013
1:47 pm
You’re losing your touch!
That’s not what she said.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Like get in a car and drive and hit people and kill them. Lets face it a car is the most deadly thing out there, especially in the hands of the wrong (drunk) person.
A point that has been addressed here on earlier threads on this topic.
Perhaps you can borrow the notes from one of your classmates – the ones that were actually paying attention in class.
Checking in after the dictator gets another 4 years
February 14th, 2013
1:47 pm
Jay….lot’s of folks think your bed wetting world is all wrong. 42 flavors at Baskin Robbins for a reason.
Bad guys will always have guns. Ask the folks in zero tolerance NY & Chicago.
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
1:48 pm
[Stupidity and nonsensical rants about banning booze is equivalent of limited gun control]…next!
godless heathen - owner of many things he does not need
February 14th, 2013
1:48 pm
I for one would not be in the least bit upset were I to learn that Herr LaPierre walked smack dab into the path of a flying bullet, hopefully fired by another card-carrying member of the NRA.
Nice.
Redneck Convert (R--and proud of it)
February 14th, 2013
1:50 pm
Police said that earlier reports that Steenkamp may have been mistaken for a burglar by Pistorius did not come from the police. Several local media outlets initially reported that the shooting may have been accidental.
Well, when you shoot a woman four times it ain’t accidental where I come from.
godless heathen - owner of many things he does not need
February 14th, 2013
1:52 pm
The NRA has actively sought to block enforcement of current laws and to weaken them.
Cite please. (On the enforcement part.)
stands for decibels
February 14th, 2013
1:52 pm
.who wants to hunt sober?
har. Reminds me of a sign I saw at a shooting range, when I was still a young lad (learning on a .22)–said “Gunpowder and alcohol DON’T MIX!”
…and even though I had a chemistry set and liked to mess around with it a bit like any other kid my age, I couldn’t for the life of me understand why anyone would want to mix those two things together.
Adam
February 14th, 2013
1:52 pm
http://i1.wp.com/www.popehat.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Libertarian-Society-Utopian-Society.jpg?resize=411%2C640
Recon 0311 2533
February 14th, 2013
1:52 pm
Banner,
If you plan on carrying a firearm outside of the home for personal protection in Georgia you must be fingerprinted and undergo a background check to be issued a Georgia Firearms License. I’ve obtained such licenses in three states and have no problem with extensive background checking but I do understand the NRA’s position regarding failure to enforce existing laws.
AmericaShrugged
February 14th, 2013
1:53 pm
Sounds alot like Obama telling us the world would come to an end if we didn’t bail out GM, cleverly conning the American taxpayer into buying him votes with the UAW crowd. NRA bad, UAW good…more twisted lib logic.
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
1:54 pm
I for one would not be in the least bit upset were I to learn that Herr LaPierre walked smack dab into the path of a flying bullet, hopefully fired by another card-carrying member of the NRA.
I agree that is over the top but at the same time we’ve heard the cheers for the wish-for deaths of sick individuals or others on all sides. Many on the right continue to support Ted Nugent despite his statements which would appear worse than what this poster says.
Adam
February 14th, 2013
1:55 pm
If you plan on carrying a firearm
So all I have to do is check the box that says “Do you plan on carrying a gun outside of your home,” right?
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
1:55 pm
mayorsagainstillegalguns.org
bradeycampaign.org
That Black Guy
February 14th, 2013
1:56 pm
the dog
February 14th, 2013
12:11 pm
Well gee godless, we certainly do not want to inconvenience the old man that blew away the young man for turning around in his driveway – odds are, that “old man” would have still been able to leaglly purchase a fire arm.
or the olympic runner that blew away his girlfriend (4 shots) thinking she was an intruder. – He lives in S. Africa. These laws would not affect him.
Also, S. Africa’s gun laws are stricter than ours.
“In South Africa, owning a gun is conditional on a competency test and several other factors, including background checking of the applicant, inspection of an owner’s premises, and licensing of the weapon by the police introduced in July 2004. The process is currently undergoing review,[1] as the police are at present, not able to adequately or within reasonable time, process either competency certification, new licenses or renewal of existing licenses. Minimum waiting period frequently exceeds 2 years from date of application.[2]”
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gun_politics_in_South_Africa
Banner123
February 14th, 2013
1:58 pm
Recon 0311 2533,
I understand and agree in 100% enforcement of existing laws. That being said, that is still no reason not to support background checks now.
Doggone/GA
February 14th, 2013
1:58 pm
“Sounds alot like Obama telling us the world would come to an end if we didn’t bail out GM, ”
got quote?
Kamchak ~ Thug from the Steppes
February 14th, 2013
1:58 pm
I couldn’t for the life of me understand why anyone would want to mix those two things together.
I believe that gunpowder was originally used in determining proof in alcohol.
JamVet
February 14th, 2013
1:59 pm
WOO HOO!
The Stupid, insulting & Backward Party (credit B. Jindal) sets yet another new low in American politics!
For the very first time in America’s long history, cowards in the United Senate have filibustered the nomination of a Secretary of Defense.
It’s hard to even imagine anything more irresponsible, which is exactly why this should dramatically improve the neocons electoral chances in 2014 and 2016!
ATL Tiger
February 14th, 2013
1:59 pm
67 million guns have been sold since Obama has taken office, and I’m willing to bet that 99% of those who bought guns have never heard of Wayne LaPierre.
Seems he is irrelevent, and talking about him is as well. #strawman
That Black Guy
February 14th, 2013
2:00 pm
Goldie
February 14th, 2013
12:11 pm
Once again, what are assault weapons designed to do — I mean, other than killing many many people within a minutue’s time???
__________________________________
An “assault weapon” is DESIGNED to fire a projectile.
The PERSON firing the weapon decides what it is used for.
stands for decibels
February 14th, 2013
2:00 pm
Ask the folks in zero tolerance NY & Chicago.
Strange examples. NYC’s murder total for 2012 is the lowest it’s been since they started keeping track in 1963, by a surprising margin actually. They seem to be doing something right.
http://gothamist.com/2012/12/28/nyc_hits_record_low_murder_rate_in.php
And yes, I know Chicago’s been a different story of late.
Doggone/GA
February 14th, 2013
2:01 pm
“They seem to be doing something right.”
Do they still have the “broken window” program in place? I seem to recall the drop in murders being at least partly credited to that program of enforcement.
A humanist
February 14th, 2013
2:02 pm
All – I’m not wishing, actively or otherwise, for Herr LaPierre’s death. But, he is a load who should have been swallowed and the world would be a better place without him in it. Just acknowledging that fact, is all.
Logical Dude
February 14th, 2013
2:03 pm
I want a GAU-8_Avenger
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GAU-8_Avenger
The GAU-8 itself weighs 620 pounds (280 kg), but the complete weapon, with feed system and drum, weighs 4,029 pounds (1,828 kg) with a maximum ammunition load. It measures 19 ft 5 1⁄2 in (5.931 m) from the muzzle to the rearmost point of the ammunition system, and the ammunition drum alone is 34.5 inches (88 cm) in diameter and 71.5 inches (1.82 m) long.[5] Power for operating the gun is provided by twin 77 hp electric motors. The magazine can hold 1,174 rounds, although 1,150 is the typical load-out. Muzzle velocity when firing Armor-Piercing Incendiary rounds is 3,250 feet per second (990 m/s).
Because, I should have the right to any weapon I want, right?
In the middle
February 14th, 2013
2:03 pm
Enter your comments here
jhunt163
February 14th, 2013
2:03 pm
If you plan on carrying a firearm outside of the home for personal protection in Georgia you must be fingerprinted and undergo a background check to be issued a Georgia Firearms License.
Actually, I just believe that is for concealed carry. You can carry in the open with no permit. The law may have changed though.
That Black Guy
February 14th, 2013
2:03 pm
Goldie
February 14th, 2013
12:15 pm
So sad that there are some Americans who call shooting an assault weapon “a sport that I enjoy” — a sport, REALLY?? When was shooting assault weapons added to the sporting events for our Olympics? I missed that announcement.
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Football is not in the Olymipcs. Is that not a sport. How about NASCAR? MMA?
DownInAlbany
February 14th, 2013
2:04 pm
That Black Guy
February 14th, 2013
1:56 pm
Strict guns laws work! There it is in black and white! Oh, wait a minute…
Recon 0311 2533
February 14th, 2013
2:04 pm
Michelle Obama recently attended the funeral of a young 15 year old girl murdered by gunfire in a city within a state that’s among states with the most restrictive gun laws in the nation. The city where this young girl was killed has the highest incidents of gun violence in the nation. Yes it’s Chicago Illinois.
stands for decibels
February 14th, 2013
2:06 pm
Do they still have the “broken window” program in place? I seem to recall the drop in murders being at least partly credited to that program of enforcement.
Well, that’s what Rudy 9/11! would have you believe.
I am coming around to putting more stock in the lead poisoning theory, actually.
Loves Me Some Obama Kool-Aid
February 14th, 2013
2:06 pm
Every initiative Obama has is based on fear. No monopoly on the right.
Keep Up the Good Fight!
February 14th, 2013
2:06 pm
I’m willing to bet that 99% of those who bought guns have never heard of Wayne LaPierre.
I’d take you up on your bet but I just learned that 98% of people who make claims about betting that 99% know [X] are just pulling out of the butt of a strawman. #pullingmadeupstatisticsoutofyourbuttstrawman
Adam
February 14th, 2013
2:07 pm
TBG: The PERSON firing the weapon decides what it is used for.
So what? Does that mean we should trust the public with fully automatic weapons with no regulation, as an example? After all, it is the people who decide what it is used for. Interestingly enough, even Reagan didn’t agree with this viewpoint of trusting the people as much as you do when you say it’s all about people deciding what to use something for.
barking frog
February 14th, 2013
2:08 pm
This is the database that is accessed for gun purchasers
http://www.fas.org/irp/agency/doj/fbi/is/ncic.htm
Hmmmmmmm
February 14th, 2013
2:09 pm
No Jhunt… No license to carry unless it is concealed… and in my little county concealed license request for permits is up 65 percent… Wow…
In the middle
February 14th, 2013
2:09 pm
So reading comments from the left, If you beat them, kill them.
“I for one would not be in the least bit upset were I to learn that Herr LaPierre walked smack dab into the path of a flying bullet, hopefully fired by another card-carrying member of the NRA.”
How intelligent is that.