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The Bias Against Guns; Why Almost Everything You've Heard about Gun Control Is Wrong Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"In his best-selling classic, More Guns, Less Crime, John R. Lott, Jr., proved that guns make us safer. Now, in his stunning new book, The Bias against Guns, Lott shows how liberals bury pro-gun facts out of sheer bias against the truth." "With irrefutable evidence, Lott shoots gun critics down and gives you the information you need to win arguments with those who want to ban guns."

France: French Jews Tell of a New and Threatening Wave of Anti-Semitism
Submitted by: John Fansler

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"Yet because he is a Jew, he was attacked by a group of other children, mostly Muslim, at the private Catholic school he then attended. They dragged him into the school's locker room showers shouting that they were going to gas him as the Nazis had gassed Jews. He was beaten and flogged with a pair of trousers whose zipper scratched one of his corneas." ...

"When Jérémy broke free from his tormentors in the shower, he ran for help to the teacher's lounge but none of the faculty rose from their chairs to help the disheveled and distraught boy."

...schools [say] they cannot protect [Jewish] children from harassment and advised that they change schools...

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A disarmed Jewish populace and growing anti-Semitism. Sound familiar?

Students for the Second Amendment Launches Advisory Board
Submitted by: Damaso Torres
Website: http://www.sf2a.org

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Students for the Second Amendment is proud to announce the names of the charter members of their Advisory Board.

They are; Jack Dean, U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Texas.

Hon. Jerry Patterson, Land Commissioner of Texas, and author of the Texas Concealed Carry Law.

H. Joaquin Jackson, former Texas Ranger and NRA National Director.

Fredd Bergman, Chairman of the Alamo Area Friends of NRA.

Trying Again to Make Gun Makers Liable for Shootings
Submitted by: P. Jones

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"The N.A.A.C.P contends in the suit, filed in 1999, that its members have been disproportionately injured by gun makers and dealers, and claims that their distribution policies permit guns to be channeled to criminals. More than 80 manufacturers and distributors, including all the major companies, are defendants."

" 'It's going to be the first time the manufacturers are going to have to face the full array of the proof against them,' said David Kairys, a professor at Temple University Law School in Philadelphia who is an adviser to many municipalities in other gun cases around the country."

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If you can't win a case on merit, just sue, sue, sue until they run out of money to defend themselves against these onslaughts. This is what these suits are really about.

OH: PD prints three more letters to the editors about CCW/Business
Submitted by: Ohioans For Concealed Carry
Website: http://www.OhioCCW.org

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Last week the Plain Dealer printed three letters to the editor about a misleading article their staff wrote. (2 pro, 1 fell for it). This week they've printed three more letters to the editors about concealed carry. (2 pro, 1 fell for it).

In an effort to get businesses opposed to concealed carry reform, the anti-gunners are trying to convince businesses to fight. They're clearly running out of issues to fight with. These responses are great.

OH: Carry law hides guns and costs? (Letter)
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"Interestingly, the consequences O'Neill mentions haven't happened in the 40 other states that have concealed-carry weapons permits. Workplace violence hasn't increased, employee lawsuits haven't blossomed wildly."

"Presently, if individuals believe their lives are in imminent danger from a stalker, or their jobs take them to bad neighborhoods or require them to carry valuables, carrying firearms for protection makes them criminals." ...

NY: Minority police leaders want undercover programs suspended after officer shootings
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"Minority police leaders asked the city Sunday to suspend undercover police operations until it can improve the officers' safety, saying better technology and backup systems would have prevented the March 10 shooting deaths of two officers killed while making a gun buy."

" 'These officers could still be alive today,' said Police Lt. Eric Adams, a founding member of the group 100 Blacks in Law Enforcement Who Care."

Terror Finance Schemes Busted
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"During the past 72 hours, Operation Green Quest ...arrested nine individuals, executed nine search warrants and 10 seizure warrants, and seized roughly $120,000 in California, Minnesota, New York, Michigan and New Jersey, officials said."

"Authorities said while none of those who were arrested over the last three days are being charged with being terrorists, the schemes they used and the countries they were involved with have been 'exploited by terrorist organizations.' "

OH: Cleveland airport checks boxes for explosive material
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"Security officials at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport briefly closed part of an airport ticketing area Saturday when three small boxes scanned positive for an explosive material."

"The boxes were taken to a secure part of the airport. They contained parts from a 10-year-old home desktop computer, said Rick DeChant, spokesman for the Transportation Security Administration at the airport."

Experts: War spurs citizens to buy guns
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"Whether it's an increased sense of patriotism, fear for one's safety or a combination of the two, experts say events such as the war in Iraq and the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks can lead to a surge in one of America's most controversial Constitutional rights - gun ownership."

" 'People feel a need for self-protection,' said Patrick Nolan, a gun advocate and sociology professor at the University of South Carolina. 'In difficult times, the basic right that comes to the forefront is the right of self-defense. Handguns, firearms and other technology can make that possible. Firearms can be a great equalizer.' "

CO: Bravo, governor, for gun laws
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"Tom Mauser, who lost his son in the 1999 Columbine shootings, said the two bills will put more guns on the streets and, according to his view of the universe, will lead to more social insanity and increased violence and death. Mauser, I believe, harbors an unhealthy ax to grind with gun owners. (The parents of the adolescents who did the shooting, incidentally, have managed to avoid the wrath of Mr. Mauser and the Denver community in general.)"

IL: State rifle group opposes gun bill Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"The author of Illinois SB 1195 says the bill's language is being modified to calm fears that the legislation would ban certain common guns used for recreation and hunting." ... "The Illinois State Rifle Association has targeted SB 1195 for defeat." ... "As written, the proposed statute would appear to outlaw some shotguns, muzzleloaders of .50-caliber or more, and deer slugs."

NM: Gun law headed for signature
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"Among the bills heading to the governor is concealed carry legislation, sponsored by Rep. John Heaton, D-Carlsbad."

"The governor is expected the sign the bill. Currently, concealed guns must be unloaded, and all loaded guns must be in plain view or in a vehicle."

"During floor debate in the House last week, Heaton said he introduced the bill 'on behalf of the many people in this state who don't feel safe in our society, even in public.' "

Some guns stand the test of time Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"Longevity is one of a firearm's best features as far as shooters are concerned, but it's one of the worst for gun makers." "Plenty of guns made in the 19th and early 20th centuries are still giving dependable service after 100 years or more of use. It's a cinch firearms being produced today will last even longer because of progress that's been made in metallurgy and manufacturing."

CO: True patriot acts
Submitted by: Newslinks Admin

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"To their credit, some local residents are taking a stand. A group of Longmont citizens has intentionally checked 'subversive' books out of the library. They've also asked the Longmont City Council to pass a resolution opposing this provision of the law. At least 63 cities have approved similar resolutions. Last year, Boulder's council passed a resolution expressing qualified support of 'civil liberties.' "

PA: Decision to fire teacher splits community
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"The question of whether Anthony Sarkis should lose his job for taking a loaded gun into Shaler Area High School last month has polarized people in the Shaler Area School District, creating divisions within the close-knit community."

"Many residents, including some parents, think the school board should not bend on its decision to dismiss the high school teacher fired last week over the infraction. Others believe the quality of the job he does should outweigh the honest mistake he made."

WV: Rifle matches scheduled
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"The Braxton County Gun Owners Association has shoots scheduled for March 30, April 27, May 18, June 22, July 27, Aug. 17 and Sept. 14 this year, all beginning promptly at 10 a.m."

"Five targets of five bulls eyes each will be shot in relays, one shot per bulls eye and 25 total scoring shots on target. A total possible score is 250 points with an x-count the tiebreaker."

"Entry fees are $10 per gun with a 75% payback."

IN: Local gun collectors support U.S. Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"Gun and knife enthusiasts crowded The Centre today to display their old and new keepsakes." "Organizers say the Gun and Knife Show attracts a certain crowd for a certain reason." "What sort of crowd do they say it attracts? An extremely patriotic one." "In fact, organizers brag the collectors, and those who visit the show, are some of the most patriotic Americans around."

UK: Gun cops raid Gers fans' bus Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"Armed police swooped on a Rangers supporters' bus as it boarded a ferry after last week's cup final." "Two men were arrested and it was claimed police seized guns on the bus in the operation in Stranraer."

Australia: Gunman under guard
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"A Helensburgh gunman who evaded police for two days is under guard in Wollongong Hospital after he was shot in the shoulder." ...

"Wollongong police found the 56-year-old man lying in the front yard of a Sawan St home about 8pm on Saturday."

"A firearm, found nearby, was secured by police and taken for further forensic examination. It is not known how the man was injured but police said he was not shot by an officer."

MA: Zero-tolerance adds up to lots of friction Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"While few question a school's right - and responsibility - to punish students who violate rules aimed at keeping schools free of drugs and weapons, some in Duxbury say overly harsh punishments have made zero tolerance a troubled approach that leaves too much power in the hands of school officials."

PA: NRA official: Handgun owners must be knowledgeable Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"As a National Rifle Association law enforcement firearms instructor, Ted Deitman owns various guns and is familiar with their use." "He's a strong supporter of the Second Amendment rights to keep and bear arms." "But above all, Deitman is an advocate of gun safety, which is the main component of handgun classes he is teaching at the Mifflin County Sportsmen's Association."

Linguistic liberties serve to mask erosion of civil liberties
Submitted by: Newslinks Admin

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"As I write this, decisions are being made that will change the course of history. I could argue my politics until Im blue in the face and I think debate is important but thats not my point right now."

"A congressman has proposed a silly bill that amounts to unabashed propaganda. Civil liberties are bulldozed out of the system in the name of patriotism, and we dont notice the irony. We chuckle at our cleverness in coming up with acronyms for weapons of mass destruction."

WA: Washingtonians fear ID theft but want open government
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"Fear of identity theft may be eroding some support, but Washington residents still overwhelmingly prefer public access to government records, a new survey found." ...

"However, fear of illegal use of government information appears to lower support for open government. The study showed that the more concerned someone is about identity theft and invasion of privacy, the less that person will support access to government records by the media."

CT: Resolution Concerning Civil Liberties In Mansfield
Submitted by: Newslinks Admin

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"The Mansfield Town Council now therefore resolves that:

1. Officials of the Town of Mansfield are hereby urged, to the extent legally permissible, not to cooperate or participate in actions which appear to violate constitutionally-guaranteed civil liberties.

2. The Council shall urge other municipalities and the State of Connecticut similarly to prohibit government actions within their control from violating such civil liberties.

3. The Council's concerns shall be communicated to state and federal representatives who shall be urged to work toward repeal of the unconstitutional provisions of the U.S.A. Patriot Act and the Homeland Security Act."

VA: Police: Homeowner Shoots Burglar Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"According to Fairfax County Police, the suspect got into a house in the 8100 block of Ainsworth Avenue around 6:45 this morning. Once inside, the homeowner, who was holding a shotgun, confronted him." "Police said there was a struggle, but the lady of the house managed to grab hold of the shotgun and open fire on the suspect, hitting him in the lower body."

NJ: Red alert? Stay home, await word Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"If the nation escalates to 'red alert,' which is the highest in the color-coded readiness against terror, you will be assumed by authorities to be the enemy if you so much as venture outside your home, the state's anti-terror czar says."

Senate Poised to Vote on Huge Land Grab
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"The bill, S. 476, called the 'Faith-based Initiative' has two insidious sections, 106 and 107, that call for a 25% tax cut on capital gains of land sales, but only if the land is sold to an 'environmental group' or a government agency."

"This legislation is a classic Trojan Horse. No other 'faith-based' groups would benefit, but all Americans would suffer the economic losses as more and more land is taken off the tax rolls and all access and use of that land would be restricted."

Threat Management 101
Submitted by: Newslinks Admin

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"Statistics demonstrate that trends show growing numbers of assault by tumult rather than deception. That means that the threat's already 'cased' your house, determined what's of value and how to best get it. You won't be able to just tell him to 'go away,' because your first inkling that this may not turn out to be one of your most stellar evenings is when the threat literally kicks in your door or window, and rushes in with at least half a dozen armed, screaming thugs."

Lawmaker: Immigration Sponsors Should Repay Welfare
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"...Rep. Tom Tancredo says he wants immigrant sponsors to repay any public assistance used by their charges once they get here." ...

"As part of the massive welfare reform overhaul of 1996, a section of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act requires all sponsors of immigrants under the family reunification visa to sign a pledge accepting liability for any welfare services obtained by the sponsored immigrant in the period before they obtain citizenship."

Bush Planning New Rules on Document Secrecy
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"The Bush administration is drafting a new executive order that will delay the release of millions of historical documents for more than three years and make it easier to reclassify information that could damage national security."

"The White House has declined to comment on the executive order, which is still being written, but sources who have seen drafts of the order say its provisions are less restrictive than they expected."

PA: Feds mull charges in Bill of Rights case Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"Federal authorities are weighing the possibility of criminal charges over an attempt to sell a copy of the Bill of Rights, missing since the Civil War, that was seized during an undercover sting." "But proving criminality in the sale of government documents isn't always easy, especially if they were taken during wartime."

FBI granted expanded immigration enforcement powers
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"The FBI now has the authority to detain individuals suspected solely of immigration violations, a power that had long been the province only of agents of the Immigration and Naturalization Service, the Justice Department confirmed Wednesday."

"Officials acknowledge that February 28 ...Attorney General John Ashcroft quietly broadened the FBI authority to hold those suspected of having overstayed their visas, or otherwise being "out of status."

TX: Houston Police DNA lab woes result in re-examination of 525 cases
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"Munier is now leading a re-examination of 525 cases in which the lab was involved."

"One man who had been sent to prison for rape has already been released because DNA evidence against him was wrong, and more cases are still in the testing stage. Prosecutors have flagged 62 more cases for retesting, including those of 17 death row inmates, though none of the 68 cases of inmates already executed were found to have involved DNA work at the lab."

Why Do People Hate America?
Submitted by: Newslinks Admin

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"They contrast this with the experience of Europeans ...who, by way of example, find it incomprehensible how an 18th century pronouncement about gun control is a conundrum incapable of resolution in a nation beset by appalling levels of bloodletting at the point of a gun."

"They conclude that what people hate about America is the political entity based on authoritarian violence, double standards, self-obsessed self-interest, and an historical naivety that equates self with the world."

Response to hate mail Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
... "Yes, there are Jewish people among JPFO leadership -- a rather helpful fact when dealing with subversive anti-Americans such as those who run and fund the 'Anti Defamation League.' And what you call 'nazi-obsessed,' I call 'good strategy.' Revealing the dark underbelly of genocide as it relates to gun control is one important facet of holding liberty's enemies in check. " ...

The Challenge
Submitted by: Newslinks Admin

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"It could be a 'trial balloon,' or it could be an ULTIMATUM. Either way, there is a grotesque metal gauntlet lying in the dust before every Constitutionalist in the nation."

"The message is simple. You are NOT the militia. You are NOT the beneficiary of any unalienable right to defend yourself, regardless of what you might have been led to believe by the Founding Fathers."

"IF YOU LEAVE YOUR HOME DURING ANY RED ALERT, YOU ARE THE ENEMY!!!"

The Gun Lobby Submitted by: J W Parsons	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"My old friend Chick sells guns out of a hamper he keeps in his basement. He sells them at gun fairs and uses the money to buy more guns, which he sells at other gun fairs. 'It's a living,' he says." ...