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Political Forum May be Closed

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by Charles L. Cotton » Tue Oct 01, 2013 11:02 am

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The Political forum was created in response to Members' request for a place to discuss gun-related political issues. This limitation is routinely...

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I believe the problem isn't co-mingling topics in a sub-forum, but rather the discussion of non-gun politics period.
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Please Read

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by Charles L. Cotton » Thu Nov 13, 2008 1:14 pm

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Due to the 2008 Presidential election and the upcoming 2009 Texas Legislative Session, we are getting a lot of posts in the General Gun, Shooting...

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As one who has run for local office, I didn't find it necessary to have a lot of discussion about it on this forum, although I know I mentioned it. I...

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VCDL sues Katie Couric for Defamation

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by ELB » Tue Sep 13, 2016 10:53 am
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Another Meme Thread

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A meme topic was opened in the Waiting Room area, and thought it might be fun to have one for other gun-related memes. Post yours here, just make...
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Thu Jul 20, 2017 2:03 pm
WA: Another MAIG mayor following MAIG tradition...

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by ELB » Wed Jul 19, 2017 3:39 pm

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Yet another creep.

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FIFY.

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Thu Jul 20, 2017 11:02 am
This is SO Wrong...

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by thatguyoverthere » Tue Jul 18, 2017 9:57 am

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Emphasis mine.

Now that I do agree with. Take the proceeds of the criminal... AFTER he has been legally DECLARED a criminal by due process by a...

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I read it after TAM recommended it and was good.

Here's the thread on that.

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Tue Jul 18, 2017 10:07 pm
Raging Against Self Defense: A psychiatrist Examines The Anti-Gun Mentality

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by bblhd672 » Tue Jul 18, 2017 2:18 pm

Raging Against Self Defense: A psychiatrist Examines The Anti-Gun Mentality

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Tue Jul 18, 2017 2:18 pm
Houston Chronicle - Packing a gun at your business sends the wrong message

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Tue Jul 18, 2017 11:17 am
Acid attacks in London

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by mloamiller » Fri Jul 14, 2017 10:40 am

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More evidence that the problem has nothing to do with the weapon of choice, be it a gun, a car, a knife, etc. Those intent on harming others will...

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When I was in Paris 10 years ago, most of the military personnel I saw at the airport and various monuments were carrying very well-loved looking...

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Mon Jul 17, 2017 9:14 am
Anti-NRA protest leaders have armed security

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by Chemist45 » Sat Jul 15, 2017 10:15 pm

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One commentor wrote: "Nuclear-level hypocrisy"

I couldn't say it better.

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Oh yes... I think you need to take anybody who would like to infringe or simply suspend or otherwise deprive you of your right very seriously. As...

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Sun Jul 16, 2017 7:45 pm
Church Security after Sep 1

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by thatguyoverthere » Mon Jul 10, 2017 2:13 pm

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So we got the change that we wanted in the last legislative session exempting churches from the requirement to have certified LEO or security...

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What your friend is probably getting confused is the fact that when working under occupation code 1702 (as security) you cannot use your LTC. For...

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Wed Jul 12, 2017 1:48 am
Federal Judge blocks CA magazine ban

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by Lynyrd » Fri Jun 30, 2017 9:23 am

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I wonder how long this will stand up in California? We all know they have lost their way out there.

Here's another article.

Quote from the CA Lt....

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I guess I really didn't quite understand ex post facto, but then again, IANAL!
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Tue Jul 11, 2017 1:15 am
FL: Judge rules stand you ground unconstitutional

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by philip964 » Mon Jul 03, 2017 1:57 pm

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I remember before Licensed Concealed Carry in Florida it was a victim zone for tourists and residents alike.

You would be robbed killed and car...

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Eugene Volokh is usually a good read. The comments he elicits, sometimes not so much. . . . :lol:

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Mon Jul 10, 2017 12:22 pm
When Guns are Banned, Criminals Smuggle

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by Pawpaw » Sat Jul 08, 2017 2:32 pm

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This is the point our "Liberal friends" don't want to admit:

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79? This is probably just a small shipment that happened to get caught. I bet there are many similar sized shipments that get through that no one...

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Sun Jul 09, 2017 1:20 pm
SHUSH Act Seeks to Deregulate Suppressors

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by Pawpaw » Sat Jul 08, 2017 2:50 pm

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I hope it works better in DC than it did in Austin, where the socialists killed both HB560 and HB1911 with no compromising.

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Sat Jul 08, 2017 7:04 pm
Fire Mission

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by AndyC » Fri Jul 07, 2017 8:25 am

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The guy who wrote this article is a friend of a friend - even though it's a Colorado paper, I'd ask for your kind (polite) support in his defense as...

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:iagree:

It feels better to only partner with people you agree with on 100% of all issues, but that approach is extremely ineffective.

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Fri Jul 07, 2017 11:01 am
Blood running in the streets in Idaho

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by bblhd672 » Wed Jul 05, 2017 4:32 pm

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Nope, not in Idaho either despite the dire predictions from the usual cast of "The Sky is Falling."

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Our chief used the same words about LTC holders having his back. He didn't add anything about passing information but he was pro-active in not...

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Thu Jul 06, 2017 4:41 pm
Mossberg shockwave - request for AG opinion

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Representative Phil King has asked the Texas AG for an opinion about whether the Mossberg shockwave is legal in Texas.

I am on my phone, and doing...

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Put my name on one. I looked at the Remington 870 14 Tactical as well. Comes with a MagPul forend but has less capacity so I went with the Mossy.
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Wed Jul 05, 2017 10:28 am
Rep. Brian Babin (R-TX 36) thinks he's better than you

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by CleverNickname » Tue Jun 20, 2017 7:26 pm

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...because he's just submitted a bill to legalize carry pretty much anywhere in the US, but only by congressmen and senators.

No bill number yet,...

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No animal may sleep in a bed....(with sheets).

Four legs good, two legs bad! :rules:

Send 'im to the nacker!!!
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Mon Jun 26, 2017 6:35 pm
The Second protects the First.

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by philip964 » Sat Jun 24, 2017 9:36 pm

Thousands of American heros suffered and died to bring freedom to Europe.

And after 72 years people are being arrested and sent to prison for...

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Mon Jun 26, 2017 9:08 am
President Trump and Congress, WE are waiting...

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by parabelum » Thu Jun 22, 2017 10:14 am

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...to see some form of significant political progress towards advancement of our 2A Rights, as promised.

National Reciprocity, ban on suppressors,...

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It reminds me of the NRA magazine cover that asks if we have Trump's back. I'm willing to give him the benefit of the doubt, but as a public servant...

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Sat Jun 24, 2017 11:28 am
What we have been saying.....

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by stever1950 » Thu Jun 15, 2017 7:51 pm

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I just read an article from an online computer magazine called ZDNet, written by Danny Palmer.
The UK is trying to force internet providers and...

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Still have mine.

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Tue Jun 20, 2017 7:53 pm
Central Texas College in Killeen has adopted two campus carry policies

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by NotRPB » Mon Jan 23, 2017 10:11 am

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Central Texas College in Killeen has adopted two campus carry policies
Monday, January 23, 2017

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Link to CTC's board-approved policies.

I still think it is overly restrictive and vague. The empty chamber requirement has been removed, and carry...
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Mon Jun 19, 2017 10:08 pm
Reciprocity in D.C.?

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by KLB » Sat Jun 17, 2017 9:28 am

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Rep.Thomas Massie (R. KY) has filed a bill that would extend reciprocity for HLs issued by the various states. The proposal is, of course, motivated...

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On a more serious note, if something like this doesn't get the rules for federal buildings changed, what will? I'm not suggesting a beneficial change...

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Mon Jun 19, 2017 11:19 am
New gun law summary

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by RossA » Thu Jun 15, 2017 12:23 pm

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I know that Charles posted a link to the new gun laws that were passed this year, but I can't find it. Anyone point me to it?
Thanks in advance.

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You haven't heard wrong. The work of the legislators is over in the regular session of the 85th Texas Legislature. There are still bills that have...

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Thu Jun 15, 2017 3:04 pm
Any New Pro-Gun Bills Still Unsigned BY Abbott?

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by RossA » Mon Jun 12, 2017 12:36 pm

I received email updates from several sources when Abbott signed the bill lowering LTC fees. Haven't received other notifications yet, such as bills...

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Mon Jun 12, 2017 12:36 pm
Changes in Texas GOP

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by ELB » Sat Jun 10, 2017 10:56 am

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The Chairman of the Texas Republican Party resigned last month:

A new Chairman was elected a few days ago:
The new Chairman previously headed the...

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I don't know her, but looking at her Youtube videos, etc, I kinda got the same impression, that maybe her heart is in the right place, but she got...

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Sun Jun 11, 2017 11:28 am
BradyCampaign finally comes up with insult to Texas that hurts...

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Attachment(s) by ELB » Fri Jun 09, 2017 11:53 am

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...I mean, why couldn't they have put a sign like this at the Texas border? I'm envious:

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If they put that within the Texas border, they might have a problem with people stopping to take selfies with their concealed firearms.

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Fri Jun 09, 2017 8:54 pm
LTC Holder Pulls Firearm In Park

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by carlson1 » Wed May 31, 2017 9:07 am
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Thu Jun 01, 2017 1:25 pm
Survey: Online audience evaluation of gun rights & regs.

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by Revet » Sat May 27, 2017 8:41 am

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The U of Wis. Madison Journalism Dept. is conducting a study to see how well the little people understand and accept the "fact checkers"...

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Done. In the questionnaire I'm surprised they even noted that the London summit ended with disagreement and that they will have it again next year. I...

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Sat May 27, 2017 10:33 am
SB16 Signed?

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by RossA » Fri May 26, 2017 3:22 pm

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Just got an email from TSRA saying that the governor has signed SB16 lowering fees for LTC to $40.00.

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Ongoing SB16 discussion here:

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Fri May 26, 2017 4:16 pm
Denton county members: support your sheriff

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by 2farnorth » Wed May 24, 2017 11:45 am

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Denton county Sheriff Tracy Murphree has stated something that many of us feel. I may not have gone as far as he, but the truth is there.
This is a...

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I voted for him, will do so again.

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Thu May 25, 2017 7:50 pm
RIP - Fines for Signs

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by ScottDLS » Fri Oct 21, 2016 6:27 pm

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After over a year of GC 411.209 "fines for signs" it looks like it's effectively been useless. To my knowledge no government entity has...

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Probably criminal mischief. If the lessee sets up a sign that says anything (welcome, get your free beer here, no Glocks, etc.) it's not a given that...
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Thu May 25, 2017 5:35 pm
WREG-Memphis Women taking gun safety classes to prepare to protect themselves

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Wed May 24, 2017 12:38 pm
Status of HB 1911?

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by RossA » Tue May 23, 2017 9:58 am

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I just received the email below from The Shooter's Log, dated this morning, May 23:...

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We will leave this open if all of the responses move to this topic.

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Tue May 23, 2017 2:23 pm
Ft. Worth Gun Buyback

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by justiceburger » Tue May 16, 2017 2:17 pm

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Copied from FWPD FB post"

Fort Worth Police Department1 hr ·
GUN BUYBACK PROGRAM
The first opportunity for you to participate in our Gun...

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Well Soccerdad should have patented his idea with a business method patent. I went to the FWPD gun buyback today and in the lot next to the church...
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Sat May 20, 2017 2:19 pm
Armed citizens patrol SA neighborhoods

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by bblhd672 » Fri May 12, 2017 6:28 am
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Thu May 18, 2017 11:29 am
Obama commutes sentence of Chelsea Manning

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by bmwrdr » Tue Jan 17, 2017 4:57 pm

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That was about time since Hillary wasn't charged with anything>

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Bradley is still on active duty and subject to UCMJ. He should walk carefully.
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Wed May 17, 2017 9:30 am
Turmoil in antigun groups

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by rtschl » Fri May 12, 2017 2:30 pm

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Not that it bothers me... but a certain well known anti 2A leader is apparently a nightmare to work with and some staff are quitting. See .

My...

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Biscuits in a can.

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Sat May 13, 2017 9:04 pm
Haven't Seen This Covered by the "Mainstream Media" - Good Samaritan Prevents Mass Shooting at Arlington Bar

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by bagman45 » Sat May 06, 2017 2:15 am

While the progressive LEFT continues to push the lie that laws allowing concealed carry of firearms by the lowly public causes more danger, and is...

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Sat May 06, 2017 6:51 am
Consent Decree Setting Aside New Jersey Stun-Gun Ban

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The State of New Jersey has acceded to a consent decree that it's stun-gun ban is unconstitutional.

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Tue May 02, 2017 10:47 am
IN: Brady Bums lose another lawsuit against gun seller

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by ELB » Mon Apr 24, 2017 8:17 pm

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Indiana Supreme Court decision.

Short course: convicted felon convinced an acquaintance to buy a handgun for him from a gun shop. He later used the...

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So, did the Brady "Bums" have to pay the legal fees for the defendants in all three trials?

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Mon May 01, 2017 3:20 pm
HB 56 apparently shelved. Dallas FD medics ambushed

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by Daddio-on-patio » Mon May 01, 2017 12:32 pm

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A few on the Forum saw no need for HB56 and apparently the legislature agreed. In the case you agree with them I offer this for your consideration:

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By 4 minutes.

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Mon May 01, 2017 1:08 pm
CNN finally gets something right

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by TexasJohnBoy » Mon May 01, 2017 10:46 am

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"rlol"

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I wonder how they would respond if they ever read the Declaration of Independence. There are a ton of radical ideas about freedom in that document....

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Mon May 01, 2017 1:00 pm
CA: CRPA goes on offensive...

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by ELB » Thu Apr 27, 2017 4:08 pm

...would be an more accurate title, but it's the LA Times, so we get this:

More at the link.

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Thu Apr 27, 2017 4:08 pm
US murders concentrated in 5 percent of counties

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by Bitter Clinger » Thu Apr 27, 2017 12:18 pm

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Well, DUH.

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:roll: Too many guns, eh, Obama?

On this map California is a red state.

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Thu Apr 27, 2017 12:34 pm
Outstanding! AR15--3---Invading Thugs 0

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by dlh » Mon Mar 27, 2017 7:56 pm

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Out of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma:

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Breaking in to someone's house is a lot like playing a dice game. Sometimes you win, but sometimes you roll snake eyes. In mine and most of my...
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Wed Apr 26, 2017 10:48 pm
Breaking News! ATF Says You Can Shoulder Your Arm Brace

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by LSUTiger » Tue Apr 25, 2017 1:01 am

Letter preview:

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Tue Apr 25, 2017 1:25 am
Cracker Barrel bans guns?

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by bblhd672 » Wed Apr 19, 2017 2:32 pm

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Saw a thread on Shooting Gallery Fort Worth's Facebook page about the Cracker Barrel having a corporate policy of not allowing firearms in their...

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:iagree:
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Fri Apr 21, 2017 6:49 pm
History's most effective way to enslave people

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by bblhd672 » Fri Apr 21, 2017 3:49 pm

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History's most effective way to enslave people (and commit genocide)

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The Zulus they were armed, disciplined and organised, however their "arms" lacked parity. Success at Isandlwana (thanks over confidence and...

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Fri Apr 21, 2017 6:25 pm

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