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Terror in the Skies, Again?
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"On June 29, 2004, at 12:28 p.m., I flew on Northwest Airlines flight #327 from Detroit to Los Angeles with my husband and our young son. Also on our flight were 14 Middle Eastern men between the ages of approximately 20 and 50 years old. What I experienced during that flight has caused me to question whether the United States of America can realistically uphold the civil liberties of every individual, even non-citizens, and protect its citizens from terrorist threats."

My experience with a TSA Screener
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"One screener asked to manually inspect one of my bags, knowing that I had nothing in it that was prohibited based on the TSA's own site I allowed the search. This inspector found a lighter that I was given by my step daughter for our first Father's Day together. It was a cigar lighter that did not run on Liquid Fuel, but gas. (Unabsorbed Liquid fueled lighters are prohibited based on the above PDF). He looked at it and exclaimed, 'Wow I have always wanted one like this'. Then proceeded to tell me that he had to confiscate my lighter." ...

"...do not carry anything in your carry on luggage that a TSA screener may want for him or herself as they can apparently steal any personal items they personally wish to own."

Gun Group Takes Up Kerry Offer to Meet With 'All the People'
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" 'Excellent!' said GOA Director of Communications Erich Pratt. 'We're so glad to hear that you want to talk with us and help unite this nation. How about working with us to defend the Second Amendment to the Bill of Rights?' "

"Gun Owners of America notes that Sen. Kerry has not shown up for most of his Senate votes this year. However, Pratt said, 'He did fly into town this March -- specifically to ban several scores of semi-automatic firearms.' "

"GOA says Kerry's voting record on gun rights issues has been "consistently poor," and the group said it "looks forward to discussing these issues with his campaign. Gun Owners of America said it has contacted the Kerry campaign to take the candidate up on his offer."

Analyzing The 2nd Amendment
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"Does the Second Amendment guarantee a right to states rather than an individual right to choose to own firearms? One clue to the answer is looking at who supports each position. The few law-review articles supporting the states'-right view all come from advocates, most of them employed by or associated with anti-gun groups." ...

"In fact, throughout the Bill of Rights and the Constitution the word 'right' is always used to refer to something individuals have and never used to refer to powers possessed by government. Such powers are always called 'power' or 'authority.' "

A Choice of Lesser Evils
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"Anyone who thinks that the Second Amendment is all about being a hunter ignores the crystal clear teachings of the Founders. ..." ...

"The Founders, who had rebelled against the yoke of a tyrannical government, bequeathed to their descendants a political philosophy distrustful of disarmament. Firearms in the hands of the civilian population were an integral part of their system of checks and balances, not a grudging concession to hunters. ..." ...

"It is obvious that John F. Kerry does not share the Founders' distrust of government power and does not comprehend ...why the American people would possibly want to possess any firearm that was more suitable for shooting people than for shooting game animals. ..."

Questioning of Photo Student Challenged
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"Ian Spiers had just hours to finish an assignment for his photography class. He was taking shots of a railroad bridge near the Ballard Locks when an officer with a German shepherd approached him, asked him what he was doing and requested some ID." ...

"It was the second time in less than two months that Spiers had been questioned about taking pictures of a landmark that attracts hundreds of tourists a day, many of whom snap photos of the ships passing between Lake Union and Elliott Bay."

"A growing number of photographers around the country have been similarly rousted in recent years as they've tried to take pictures of federal buildings and other major public works, said Donald Winslow, editor of the National Press Photographers Association's magazine."

"We've seen the constant erosion of our civil liberties amid this cry for homeland security by doing things that have an appearance of making us safe, but in reality it's a sham... No one showed up at the World Trade Center and took photographs from nine different angles before they flew planes into it."

Preserving tradition: Hunter education vital to future generations
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"If you lived in an average American city and wanted to shoot a few baskets, you'd probably have to do little more than grab a ball and walk to the nearest park. You might not even have to leave your own yard."

"If you wanted to shoot a rifle, common sense, public safety and law dictate a much more regulated experience."

"But for many in 21st century America, a safe, supervised shooting experience goes beyond regulated - it is simply unattainable."

"Whether it's because of urban sprawl or the lack of a mentor or a sedentary, computer-centered lifestyle, the chance to shoot even a .22 rifle is becoming rarer and rarer for our youth."

ABA to President Bush: Press Congress to Reauthorize the Assault Weapons Ban
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"American Bar Association President Dennis W. Archer today said that, unless President Bush urges Congress to reauthorize the 1994 federal assault weapons ban, 'our communities will once again see an increase in senseless violence. We must ensure that the ban remains in effect for the sake of all law-abiding citizens.' " ...

"Archer said these weapons have no place on our streets. 'Since enactment of the ban,' he said, 'there has been a dramatic reduction in crimes committed with these prohibited firearms.' "

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The above statement is patently false, as the number of crimes committed with said weapons was miniscule BEFORE the ban and rose slightly after the ban.

Gun Control Advocates Urge Politicians to 'Rethink' Gun Policies
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"As time runs out for Congress to renew the federal "assault weapons" ban, gun control advocates on Thursday urged politicians to 'rethink' how they view American attitudes toward gun issues." ...

"Horowitz also accused President Bush of reneging on his word to uphold the ban and not living up to the label of 'compassionate conservatism' he touted in 2000."

"After quoting Bush's statement from the campaign trail - that 'assault weapons have no place around our society' -- Horowitz said, 'We've seen the hard-right conservatism, we're still waiting for the passion.' "

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Still planning to vote for Bush?

Zimbabwe: Only police should have guns
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"A POLICEMAN ran amok on Thursday afternoon, shot and killed his estranged wife and then turned the gun on himself following a dispute over the maintenance of their two children."

"Sergeant Amos Zihapa (33) allegedly shot his wife, Virginia Mugabe (30), several times in the pelvic area and at the back of her head with an AK 47 assault rifle after she had gone to his workplace at Chikurubi Maximum Prison to serve him with maintenance variation summons."

MN: State reverts to old handgun law
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"Sen. Pat Pariseau, R-Farmington, wasnt surprised by Tuesdays ruling by a Ramsey Court District throwing out Minnesotas new concealed-carry gun law on the grounds the Legislature improperly passed it."

"Shes not surprised by anything anymore in this state, she said." ...

"Gov. Tim Pawlenty in a written statement noted the judge threw out the new concealed carry law on a technicality." ...

"The Senate changed its rules to prevent future cases of one bill being amended onto another unrelated bill, said Belanger."

OK: One Dead In OKC Trailer Park Shooting
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One man is dead and another is in custody after a late night shooting at an Oklahoma City trailer park.

Police say Louis Foster of Oklahoma City was killed by the resident of a trailer after Foster kicked open the trailer door and opened fire about 11:30 last night.

Captain Jeff Becker identifies the resident as Leo Zed Harris. Harris was arrested on unrelated charges.

Becker says the district attorney will decide whether to charge Harris in connection with the death of Foster.

MN: St. Paul Cop Facing More Charges
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Two new charges have been added for a St. Paul police officer accused of supplying the gun used during a drive-by shooting at the home of a Hmong official's translator.

35-year-old Tou Cha now faces charges of terroristic threats and first-degree criminal damage to property. The eleven-year department veteran was charged earlier with second-degree assault involving a firearm.

Ramsey County Attorney Susan Gaertner said the investigation into the April 20 incident is continuing.

Investigators say they don't know who fired Cha's police handgun at the home of Xang Vang, a translator to Hmong leader General Vang Pao. But the charges allege the officer gave a cousin his gun on two occasions.

CA: Outdoors: Time for hunters to renew licenses
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"IT MAY BE mid-summer, but serious hunters should be renewing their licenses, which expired June 30."

"It gets a little more expensive each year and some of the new fees are as follows: Resident hunting license, $32.80; junior license, $8.65; one-deer tag (resident), $20.75; second-deer tag, $26.25; bear tag, $30.70; wild pig tag, $15.75 (sold individually this year; no limit on number of tags per hunter)."

"For those who put in for elk, antelope and bighorn sheep and had their names drawn, the tag fees are $298.75 for elk, $99.75 for antelope and $281.50 for bighorn."

NY: Watertown man arraigned for alleged attack; order of protection useless Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"The man accused of assaulting an assistant district attorney and a victims assistance advocate was in court again today." ... "He's charged with assault charges, weapons possession, and criminal mischief." "An order of protection was issued for the two alleged victims."

Mexico: Mexican attorney general personally goes high-tech for security
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"Security has reached the subcutaneous level for Mexico's attorney general and at least 160 people in his office they have been implanted with microchips that get them access to secure areas of their headquarters."

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Anyone want to wager how long it will be before each and every US citizen gets one of these?

"Aceves said his company eventually hopes to provide Mexican officials with implantable devices that can track their physical location at any given time..."

Bowling For Columbine Anagram Submitted by: Steven Brown	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
The folks at somethingawful.com created movie posters using anagrams based on original film titles. The Bowling For Columbine anagram is especially hilarious -- and quite appropriate. This isn't a news story, but it's a funny, pro-gun item.

IN: Arming delivery drivers a tossup for pizzerias
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"Many national chains bar drivers from carrying weapons, saying firearms are too risky. Yet most local restaurants contacted by The Indianapolis Star will not stop a worker from taking a gun along if the employee can do so legally." ...

"Studies underscore that the danger drivers face is real. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ranks delivery work more lethal than the roofing or construction trades, and safer only than careers in aviation, fishing, logging and steel-working." ...

"The hazards came to the forefront in Indianapolis this summer when Pizza Hut driver Ronald B. Honeycutt shot a man who investigators say tried to rob him."

"Honeycutt was not charged in the Far-Eastside slaying, but he lost his job. Pizza Hut bars drivers from carrying guns."

MN: Ruling stalls countys gun-permitting process
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"Dakota County citizens seeking a handgun permit are being asked to wait until it is clear whether a court ruling declaring the 2003 conceal and carry gun permit law unconstitutional will stand."

"Attorney General Mike Hatch is expected to appeal the July 13 ruling, made by Ramsey County Judge John Finley, declaring the process used to pass the law was in violation of the states single subject rule."

"Dakota County Sheriffs Department Chief Deputy Dave Bellows said Thursday that the department and County Attorneys Office are still trying to assess the impacts of the original order."

UK: Attempts to sell a stun gun on the internet lead to charges
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A TEENAGER accused of trying to sell a stun gun on the internet has appeared at Carlisle Magistrates Court.

Sean McPake, 19, of Ferguson Road, Longsowerby, Carlisle, is charged with three counts of possessing a prohibited weapon and one count of attempting to sell a firearm without a licence.

Prosecutor Christian Taylor said McPake was alleged to have had three stun guns two boxed and one out of its box. He was also alleged to have tried to sell at least one of them online.

The case was adjourned to the magistrates court until September 9, when it will be committed to Carlisle Crown Court.

McPake was granted unconditional bail.

UK: Gun fan slipped through the net
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"A Birmingham school caretaker who faces jail for hoarding weapons, including a stun gun and a machete, had no previous similar convictions which could have alerted police or education bosses."

"The education department, speaking after yesterday's guilty pleas by 48-year-old Terence Batters, said a police check was carried out on him when he joined the authority in 1997 to become a caretaker at Heartlands High School, in Nechells."

UK: Robber jailed after just nine days
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"JUST nine days after committing an armed robbery only hours after being released from an Ipswich court, William Lilley finds himself back in jail today."

"The 22-year-old is now beginning a five and-a-half year prison term for holding up a petrol station assistant with an empty BB gun before fleeing with cash."

"Balaclava-clad Lilley burst into the Sainsbury's station at Warren Heath on the outskirts of Ipswich, carrying a BB gun and demanding money."

OH: Ohio Auto Dealers Association BOD Chairman removes signs from his dealerships
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"I am responding to your e-mail concerning the NO GUNS signs and law."

"After much study of the law and discussion with our employees and our insurance company, we have decided to pull all our signs from all our buildings at all locations."

"Looking back at when the law was enacted, I guess I reacted to the Ohio Auto Dealers Association who recommended we post the signs. And we assumed our insurance company would want us to post the signs for contingent liability reasons. I was wrong!!! They, in fact, have NO position one way or the other."

"I, myself, am an avid outdoorsman, as are many of my family. I personally own 25 guns. So, I am pro gun."

OH: Ohio Democrats backing College Rapist and Carjacker Protection bills
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"After years of spewing anti-gun rhetoric in efforts to oppose concealed carry reform in Ohio, the state's most liberal Democrats are suddenly very interested in backing concealed carry legislation at the Statehouse."

"In early May, we revealed that Sen. Ray Miller (D-15) were shopping for co-sponsors for a bill that seeks to repeal Section 9 of House Bill 12 from the books and expand the ban on concealed carry to all government owned/operated parks, swimming pools, golf courses, and parking lots." ...

"Since then, House Democrats have lined up two of their own anti-self-defense bills."

CA: Suspected car thief files suit against cops who beat him Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"A suspected car thief has filed a $25 million claim with the city over a videotaped police beating he contends left him with brain damage." "Stanley Miller alleged the June 23 beating also caused "spinal injuries, trunk-torso injuries, internal injuries, emotional distress, and bruises and contusions." If the city rejects the claim filed Thursday, Miller could seek damages through a lawsuit."

VA: No need to check guns in Virginia
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"Now, certainly people's rights to keep and bear arms are rightfully guaranteed by the constitution and now it is legal in the 'Quick Draw McGraw State.' ..."

"It may be legal, but it is insane. Is it really wise for people to tote a firearm around? ..."

"This law obviates the need for a permit as long as one straps the weapon on and wears it openly. If a person works in a convenience store late at night in a dangerous area, perhaps the sight of a holstered weapon might deter malefactors."

"Do we want people openly carrying guns just because they can and want to stick their noses at people who believe otherwise? If workplaces are the only locales where holstered guns are limited, does it mean one can wear a gun to church?"

VA: Virginia laws on weapons defy common sense
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"Leave it to the Old Dominion lawmakers, or should we say to the East Coast gun-toters of the Wild West."

"In them thar hillbilly hills and suburban highways, law-abiding Virginians can carry a six-shooter openly in a hip holster or conceal a weapon in a designer purse, but they better not be caught toting a concealed machete."

"...Well, the Virginia legislature obviously thinks that a machete is more dangerous than a firearm or an assault weapon. Why else would they have made it illegal, as of July 1, to carry a concealed machete, but barred local jurisdictions from enacting any legislation or ordinances limiting laws concerning concealed weapons or 'open carry' options."

OK: Gun locks offered to public
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Claremore Police Officers, Capt. Stan Brown and Patrol Officer Milburn Litterell, demonstrate how to secure a shotgun with a gun lock. The Claremore Police Department is currently distributing free gun locks to the public. The gunlocks are being limited to three per person. Anyone wishing to pickup a gunlock should go to the Claremore Police Department. The free gunlocks are part of the ChildSafe Project, a nationwide program to help ensure safe and responsible firearms ownership and storage. The program was developed by the National Shooting Sports Foundation and supported by a U.S. Department of Justice grant. Brown said the gunlocks are a good deterrent for gun owners with small children in the home.

UK: Nine Held over Suspected Firearms Offences
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Nine people were arrested today in connection with suspected illegal arms and weapons trafficking, police said.

The National Crime Squad made the arrests in London this morning after a series of co-ordinated raids.

Those detained were also arrested in connection with suspected money laundering offences, a police spokesman said.

Searches of seven business premises and one residential address were carried out.

The spokesman said no further information would be released at this stage and was unable to confirm where in the capital the raids were mounted.

CA: Another ignorant editorial
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"A tidal wave of assault weapons will soon legally flood the country unless Congress acts quickly to renew expiring federal legislation."

KABA Note: Considering that even mislabeled "assault" weapons are historically used in less than two percent of all crimes, the above claim is hysterical and paranoid at best.

"Just what we dont need -- more opportunities for deadlier weapons to fall into the hands of criminals ..."

KABA Note: Studies have proven that criminals prefer easily concealable weapons, not military-style rifles. And since when do laws deter criminals?

"Letting this law elapse would be a tragic mistake."

KABA Note: Why? Because paranoid hanky wringers say so?

TN: Laws intended to protect victims of domestic violence did not ultimately save the life of Freda Elliott, but her tragedy must be used for a re-examination of domestic violence laws; orders of protection useless
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"Maury County officials say that Freda Elliott's former husband, Parker Ray Elliott, forced his way into her home last month, where he shot Freda Elliott, their daughter Rachel and their son Seth. Only Seth survived."

"Parker Ray Elliott was apprehended after being on the run for three days."

"More than a year ago, Freda Elliott was granted by the court an order of protection that was intended to keep her former husband away from her and her children. The violence and abuse she described in the request of the protection was brutal."

New Zealand: Another order of protection violation
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"Oamaru: A man who breached a protection order while on bail for another breach was given a final opportunity to avoid imprisonment when he appeared in the Oamaru District Court yesterday."

"Michael James Mackay (33), sickness beneficiary, of Oamaru, admitted breaching orders on May 22 and July 2."

"On the first occasion, Mackay walked up the driveway to the complainant's house and tapped on the window, calling out the victim's name, for about 15 to 20 minutes. The victim was traumatised by his presence."

"While on bail for that offence, Mackay returned to the house, opened a door and entered. He was intoxicated and abusive towards the occupants. ..."

NC: Threatened employees would get protection in bill given final OK
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"The General Assembly gave final approval Friday to legislation designed to protect workers from violence by allowing employers to seek a restraining order tailored for the workplace."

"The bill passed 44-0 and headed to the governor's desk for his signature."

"The measure allows employers to file for the no-contact order on behalf of an employee in district court when there's the possibility that violence could occur at work. It also would cover threats from disgruntled employees and protect co-workers, supporters said."

NY: Urge Your Lawmakers To Oppose Gov. Pataki's Pistol License Scheme (NRA) Submitted by: Newslinks Admin	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"Lawmakers will return to Albany for a one-day session on Tuesday, July 20. It is not expected that they will come to any agreement on the continuing budget stalemate. It is important that you contact your lawmakers and remind them of your continued opposition to the renewable pistol license scheme contained in Governor Pataki's (R) proposed budget."