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'ACORN Uses Public Funds to Steal Elections, Now Your Gun Rights,' Says SAF
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"ACORN, the publicly-funded national organization linked to voter fraud in several states is now actively interfering with the exercise of firearm civil rights in New Jersey, and the Second Amendment Foundation is calling for an immediate federal investigation."

"'ACORN has, since 1998, received an estimated $31 million in government funding,' said SAF founder Alan Gottlieb. 'Now they have intervened in a New Jersey gun rights case in defense of an illegal Jersey City one-gun-a-month ordinance that violates the state preemption statute.'" ...

Vanderboegh: Unleashing the Killer Angels
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... "One of the most amazing things about the present presidential campaign is how historical amnesiacs like Barack Obama and his followers can speak of 'The Lightworker' as Abraham Lincoln reincarnated without apparent irony."

"His acolytes, in the press and elsewhere, have proclaimed this second coming of Lincoln with great approval ... [but] how is it that these idiots can claim the mantle of Lincoln without irony, when Lincoln's first imprint upon the history of the United States was to sunder it into disastrous civil war?"

"Obama and Company want you to believe that they will do again what Abe Lincoln did then - Americans heaped in bloody windrows in the hundreds of thousands - and this is a GOOD thing?" ...

Answers for those who think that 'gun control' is the best for America
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"Those who favor gun control fall into two basic groups. The hard core who's true goal is 'people control' and those who are just ignorant on the subject and only know what they hear in the media."

"The first group we can do nothing about. No amount of persuasion is going to change their minds because they simply don't care what we say. The other group though... we can change their minds if we have the ability to honestly and truly answer the questions that they have."

"Here are a number of references that I use on almost a daily basis. I think you'll find something that works for you also." ...

Guns: One consumer item with strong sales
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"Americans have cut back on buying cars, furniture and clothes in a tough economy, but there's one consumer item that's still enjoying healthy sales: guns. Purchases of firearms and ammunition have risen 8 to 10 percent this year, according to government data."

"Several variables drive sales, but many dealers, buyers and experts attribute the increase in part to concerns about the economy and fears that if Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois wins the presidency, he will join with fellow Democrats in Congress to enact new gun controls. Obama has said he believes in an individual right to bear arms but that he also supports 'common-sense safety measures.'" ...

The worsening economy and gun sales
Submitted by: Bruce W. Krafft

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"Despite the fact that the U.S. economy is going down the drain, there is still one enterprise that seems to be doing quite well: guns. The Washington Post, in a front page story, [Oct. 27, 2008] notes that the purchase of guns and ammunition have risen ten percent this year. Specifically, the economy is draining thousands of dollars from every American household and is increasing the number of jobless persons. These unemployed and near-penniless individuals, reasons the newspaper, can easily switch to a life of crime. In addition, as things get worse, civil disorder can erupt in cities and towns nationwide." ...

Where's Wayne?
Submitted by: New York State Rifle & Pistol Association
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"Tonight in New York City, I'll be participating in a gun control debate hosted by Intelligence Squared, in partnership with National Public Radio."

"I'll be joining Prof. John Donohue of Yale University and Seattle Police Chief Gil Kerlikowske to argue one side of the issue, while Prof. Gary Kleck of Florida State University, attorney Stephen Halbrook, and John Lott of the University of Maryland will argue the other side."

"Notable by his absence, however, will be National Rifle Association Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre. Mr. LaPierre was expected to join us in this debate, but he backed out unexpectedly." ...

The Religion of Guns
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"Americans worship guns. We stockpile nuclear weapons, we spend hundreds of billions of dollars on conventional weapons, and we keep handguns under our pillows. Not me, you might say: never touched a gun, never will. But you can still be part of the religion without visiting the church. ..."

"We use all manner of spurious rationales to justify our gun theology. It's a dangerous world out there, we say, and even though we spend as much on weaponry as the rest of the world combined, we need still more. At home, gun advocates hold up the Constitution's Second Amendment ... even though the Supreme Court has repeatedly ruled that the amendment protects only the rights of state militias, not individuals, to bear arms[sic]." ...

TX: Pawn shop clerk shoots, kills would-be robber
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A pawn shop clerk shot and fatally injured an armed man allegedly attempting to rob the northwest Harris County business Saturday evening, authorities said.

The gunman entered Gulf Coast Pawn and Jewelry store in the 9400 block of Louetta Road and attempted to rob the business at 5:56 p.m. when he was shot by one of the store clerks, authorities said.

He was taken to Willowbrook Methodist Hospital where he later died, authorities said.

TX: Arlington Resident Shoots, Kills Masked Intruder
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An Arlington homeowner shot and killed a masked intruder late Monday night and police continue their search for another man.

According to reports, the homeowner starting shooting when the pair entered a home in the 900 block of Carthage Way about 10:35 p.m. He killed one of the men.

The other man who was taller than 6 feet and also wore a ski mask -- got away. He wore a white sweater with crowns on it, blue jeans and purple gloves at the time of the crime, police said.

Authorities did not say if the pair were armed, but said the homeowner had not been charged as of 6 a.m.

Whats 'In Store' for the Disarmed Submitted by: David Codrea Website: http://waronguns.blogspot.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"Contrary to your assertion, Ed, there is a way to fight back, and your viewers would do well to know about it. Because while some will advise to just give them what they want, a fair question might be 'What if what they want is to kill you after they have the money?'

Bloomberg 527 attacks, backs GOP congressmen on guns
Submitted by: New York State Rifle & Pistol Association
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"New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is financing a new group that will be active in five congressional races this week, supporting gun control and other measures, a spokeswoman said."

"The billionaire mayor's new group, Americans United for Safe Streets, is sending out mailings attacking three Republican congressmen who oppose most gun control, Tom Feeney of Florida (above), Steve Chabot of Ohio, and Joe Knollenberg of Michigan, for their votes against gun control measures, including tightening restrictions on sales at gun shows and the restrictions on gun dealers who have lost their licenses."

"The group is also lobbying for funding for more police, a move that could help New York as tax revenues dip." ...

Win a Bob Barr autographed 12 gauge Mossberg Model 590A pump shotgun
Submitted by: Barr 2008 Presidential Campaign
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"Which candidate for President has a permit to carry a concealed firearm?"

"No this isn't a trivia question. And, yes, it's Bob Barr."

"Your gun rights are not a trivial matter, thats one reason Bob Barr wants to be our next President. And unlike any time in the past almost 15 years, our rights are threatened now more than ever."

"Anti-gun Barack Obama leads in most polls and at this late date, John McCain has peaked and is falling. The McCain campaign is a lost cause - not that he was ever a real friend to gun owners."

"I am old enough to remember the early days of the Clinton administration. Clinton owed the anti-gun fanatics his election victory. The same will be said for Obama and just like 1993, come the New Year, you can expect a litany of anti-gun schemes in Congress. ..." ...

Ad loses voter's respect for Obama
Submitted by: Bruce W. Krafft

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"As with all election years, we hear the politicians making promises and stretching the facts. This year is no different. But what really gets me is when a politician runs an ad that insults my intelligence."

"Recently ... I heard an ad for Barack Obama. ... a man by the name of Ray Schoenke came on and introduced himself as the president of the [AHSA]. ... he stated that what was important in this year's election was that both John McCain and Barack Obama would protect our gun rights. ..."

"I thought this ad was very strange for two reasons. First ... Everything I have seen concerning Obama's record show he is against the Second Amendment to our Constitution. Second, I had never heard of Ray Schoenke or the [AHSA]. ..." ...

Scott Hennen interviews Gov. Sarah Palin
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... "SH: '... I have a letter here from the Chief Lobbyist for the Illinois State Rifle Association that says Barack Obama has proven himself to be an enemy of the law abiding gun owner. Who is the real Barack Obama on the Second Amendment governor?'"

"SP: 'Wow. Thats a great statement already coming out of the chute. Yea, Barack Obama, he supported banning guns and ammunition, and that says it all, doesnt it? ... contrast that with the position that John McCain and I have: that we will do whatever it takes to defend our Second Amendment rights. I'm a lifetime member of the NRA and hopefully that says a lot also, but a stark contrast between the two positions on how we respect our Constitution and that Second Amendment right.'" ...

McCain represents better choice
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"If you've read my previous columns you know that I've tried to provide an objective analysis of some of the proposed policies of both presidential nominees Barack Obama and John McCain but certainly made it clear that I'll be voting for McCain Nov. 4."

"I think I've also made it clear that I strongly believe in the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. For this column, I'll present more reasons why I think McCain is the better choice." ...

"Did you think I was going to forget to question Obama's position on the Second Amendment? No way. To be honest, Obama has flip-flopped too much on the issue." ...

The NRA vs. Obama
Submitted by: Bruce W. Krafft

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"With the 2008 presidential election upon us, the National Rifle Association is making their case against Barack Obama. They unflinchingly describe him as 'the most anti-gun presidential candidate in American history' and have dedicated large sums of money to exposing his anti-gun agenda."

"An in-depth look at his record justifies their position. Not only is Obama the economic socialist Rush Limbaugh has said he is, he is also a gun-banning associate of 1960s radicals who cannot wait to take away one of America's greatest freedoms - - the right to keep and bear arms." ...

Obama's 'Joe the Hunter' moment has finally come
Submitted by: Bruce W. Krafft

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"Barack Obama has voted for or supported some of the most extreme gun control measures ever attempted in our nation. ..."

"Thanks ... to one simple answer to an interview question, Obama has given 'Joe the Hunter' all he needs to know about where he really stands on the right to bear arms." ...

"When asked about whether a general ban on carrying loaded guns in national parks should be eliminated, the answers were sharply different and somewhat predictable." ...

"Obama ... stated: 'I believe in Second Amendment rights and the rights of hunters and sportsmen to bear arms and use them in a responsible way. But I am concerned about allowing loaded firearms into family-oriented spaces.'" [emphasis added] ...

Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Submitted by: Bruce W. Krafft

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"A lot has been said about the issue of gun rights during this presidential election season. Both candidates have expressed their support for gun rights in various campaign statements and commercials."

"Only a few have tried to paint OFCC endorsee John McCain as a threat to gun rights ..."

"Barack Obama, on the other hand, has demonstrated a long history of opposing the rights of gun owners; though he has desperately tried to hide that fact. Actions speak louder than words, though, and the knowledgeable gun owner deserves to know what each candidate has done to preserve or restrict gun rights." ...

Chuck Baldwin is moral, Godly American, presidential candidate
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"In a letter to the editor, Sonni Hunt wrote of how fed-up she was over the majority candidates. She was right, but left out the Constitution Party (the largest minority party) candidate is Chuck Baldwin." ...

"He pledges: Stop undeclared wars; ... get rid of federal income tax and restore tariff-based revenue system; terminate international trade agreements NAFTA, WTO and FTAA, and stop sending our jobs overseas; protect the right to life of the innocent and elderly; get rid of the national education and leave it to the states; stop judicial tyranny and legislating from the bench; defend Second Amendment rights; restore a debt-free, interest-free money system; uphold family values." ...

Bloomberg Reloads
Submitted by: New York State Rifle & Pistol Association
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"Mayor Bloomberg has thrown his financial muscle behind yet another nonpartisan advocacy organization, Americans United for Safe Streets, which today launched a campaign to pressure five Republican congressmen to pass legislation to 'fight gun crime.'"

"The new group shares some concerns with Bloomberg's Mayor's Against Illegal Guns, (closing the gun show loophole, ending the Tiahrt Amendment, outlawing 'firesales' that allow gun dealers who break the law to keep selling firearms)."

"It also wants Congress to provide funding for municipalities to hire 50,000 new local police officers." ...

NASCAR legend Junior Johnson supports Barack Obama
Submitted by: Bruce W. Krafft

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"In politics, the NASCAR demographic is coveted by both parties. But it usually seems like a lopsided battle. Republican First Lady hopeful Cindy McCain went to Lowe's Motor Speedway and was greeted with a huge cheer. Meanwhile Democratic Vice Presidential hopeful Joe Biden made a NASCAR joke which was roundly ridiculed." ...

"That's why Junior Johnson's endorsement of Barack Obama is somewhat surprising. Here's an excerpt from an e-mail he wrote ..." ...

"'These days, I run a small country ham and pork skins business. Barack Obama will fight for a fair economy where small businesses like mine have the freedom to grow, and he'll defend the Second Amendment to protect the hunter's way of life.'" ...

WV: Greear gets A rating from NRA
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"Attorney General candidate Dan Greear has been awarded an 'A' rating from the National Rifle Association for his support of hunters and gun owners in the state."

"The 'A' rating from NRA signifies Greear as being a pro-Second Amendment/pro-hunting candidate who supports sportsmen and gun owners."

"'I am proud of my 'A' rating from the National Rifle Association,' Greear said. 'I am an avid supporter of hunting and gun owners' rights and I absolutely believe the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution guarantees an individual's right to bear arms. As Attorney General, I will work swiftly with other states to nail down the reciprocity agreements that my opponent's office has moved so slowly toward completion.'" ...

PA: Hot Dogs and Handguns at a Hazleton picnic
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"Roughly 30 minutes past Scranton, we arrived in Hazleton Saturday morning, wind whipping and rain pouring. If I thought the weather might deter members of the Pennsylvania Firearm Owners Association's online forum from picnicking, I was mistaken. When we pulled up in the Hazle[ton] Township Community Park (which features a giant surplus tank parked next to the playground), I saw two lone picnic attendees and a lot of blue tarp. Within an hour, the casserole dishes and Kimber .45's were rolling in."

"For most of the attendees, some of whom drove over an hour to attend the regional picnic, gun control tops their list of important issues, election season or not. ..." ...

SC: NRA Endorses Compton
Submitted by: New York State Rifle & Pistol Association
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"Republican Senate District 10 candidate Dee Compton has received the endorsement of the National Rifle Association. The National Rifle Association's Political Victory Fund endorses political candidates who support the US Constitutions Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms."

"'I am pleased to inform you of your 'A' rating for the 2008 General Election in Senate District 10,' said Anthony Roulette, South Carolina Liaison for the NRA's Institute for Legislative Action. 'Our members will interpret your 'A' rating as an indication that you are a pro-Second Amendment candidate who supports sportsmen and gun-owners on every issue.'" ...

CA: Tom McClintock for Congress Submitted by: David Codrea Website: http://waronguns.blogspot.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"I urge California gun owners to support and elect Tom McClintock to the House of Representatives. I urge you to get involved now, assist his campaign and recruit other gun owners. If you have been involved, I urge you to renew your efforts. Here's why:" ...

Stopped at a checkpoint in the Constitution-free zone
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"Last week, my family drove back to Arizona from a conference in San Diego. ... Somewhere east of Yuma, we were stopped at a roadblock."

"Traffic crawled through a gauntlet of official vehicles in green-and-white livery before coming to a complete halt. A Border Patrol agent came to the window and stared hard at all of us ... My wife just responded with a curt 'yes' when the agent asked if we are all citizens.

Then we continued on." ...

"... we're all getting passports, and I guess we'll have to keep them in the car with us."

"That's the United States in 2008: carrying passports with you so you can travel within the borders of your own country with a little hope of escaping abuse at the hands of the authorities."

AK: Alaskan Legislator Tells Maddow: 'What Good Does It Do' to Fire a 'Dangerous' Cop?
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"An unintentionally hilarious assertion was made by Alaska State Senator Hollis French on Rachel Maddow's MSNBC cable show Friday night." ...

"Hollis, a Democrat who led the state legislature's investigation into Palin's actions in firing Monegan last July, cited 'severe logical fallacies' in claims made by Palin and her husband Todd, including the Palins' request for reduced security despite their assertions that Wooten was a rogue cop."

"Then came the coup de grace from French:"

"Stop and think about, what good does it do to fire a trooper if you really think he's dangerous?" ...

"Do you think he's going to leave his job and suddenly be docile and happy about life because he's just been fired? It's likely to make him more dangerous." ...

NJ: NJ Cop Puts CBS 2 Cameraman In Chokehold
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"After a week of bloody shootings in the city of Newark, family members of the victims killed by gun violence marched in front of churches Sunday to ask the clergy for help."

"The march ended, however, when a Newark police officer put a CBS 2 photographer in a choke hold, handcuffed him, and put him in the back of a police car."

"What started as a peaceful demonstration by parents whose children were murdered on the streets of Newark turned violent."

"'Put your hands behind your back,' the officer said. 'He's going with me. Put your hands behind your back.'"

"When CBS 2 HD's reporter on the scene, Christine Sloan, protested and said he couldn't arrest the cameraman, the officer said, 'I can do whatever I want.'" ...

AR: Four Van Buren Police Officers Suspended
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"Four Van Buren police officers involved in two separate incidents one involving a controlled substance and the other a physical altercation were suspended for 30 days without pay earlier this month."

"Officers Christina Nguyen and Nick Harvey were disciplined by Police Chief Kenneth Bell in connection with a controlled substance investigation. Officers Everette 'Rett' Hatcher and Chase DeCroo received punishment for getting into a fight Sept. 28 on the way to the police academy ..."

"Nguyen gave a controlled substance to Harvey, according to documents. Authorities learned Oct. 6 of the police and city policy violations when Harvey tested positive for an undisclosed controlled substance after a job-related injury. ..." ...

DE: Gun purchase glitch raises questions
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"Delaware State Police stopped Alvina Vansickle from purchasing a .22-caliber pistol for self-defense because she was too old and a woman, said Superintendent Col. Thomas MacLeish."

"The outrage that followed led to the revelation that Delaware State Police had been keeping lists of gun buyers for years; state law requires them to destroy these records after 60 days." ...
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Submitter's Note: So who is going to prison? If you or I violated state gun law we would certainly wind up in prison, so what State Police personnel are going to jail?

Spain: Newlywed Watches in Horror as Husband Drowns on Honeymoon
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"A British man drowned during his honeymoon in Spain while his helpless wife watched in horror ..."

"Russell Hawkes, 39, was swept out to sea Monday by a strong undercurrent at the Spanish resort Fuengirola."

"His new wife, 31-year-old Danielle, alerted surfers with her screams."

"They pulled Hawkes from the water but were unable to revive him, the Mail reported." ...

"Surfer Ivan Rosado, who helped drag Hawkes from the water, said police were little help."

"'About eight of us had to pull him out of the water using our boards,' the 22-year-old told the Mail. 'The two local police officers at the scene didn't seem to want to get their shoes wet and just left us to it. It was disgusting.'" ...

OH: Local Gun Store Reports Increase In Sales Due To Election
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"NEWS9 learned Tuesday that a local gun store owner is attributing an increase in assault weapons sales to the approaching election."

"Shooters owner Bill Monahan said that many local gun owners are buying more assault weapons because they fear that Sen. Barack Obama will ban them if he wins the White House."

"'As soon as Obama looked like he was going to be the presidential candidate, that's when the sales started going up and they've been increasing every month,' Monahan said."

"With only seven days until decision time, many locals admitted to NEWS9 that they're stocking up on assault weapons out of fear they'll lose the right." ...

IL: Residents want gun ban to stay
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"Winnetka residents, some with tears in their eyes, recalled personal tragedies to make the case for keeping Winnetka's ban on handguns intact at an Oct. 21 Village Council meeting."

"The Village Council considered repealing its ban but put the discussion on hold for now. It will pick up talks Nov. 18."

"A handful of Winnetka residents and the National Riffle Association last month sued the village, claiming the ban violates their Second Amendment rights."

"Trustees were reluctant to make a quick decision, citing Winnetka's particularly violent history with handguns -- including a deadly attack at Hubbard Woods School 20 years ago." ...