Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
David Codrea at War on Guns has several items of interest posted today, the first of which is the fact that David's report on Len Savage in the Olofson case is receiving some widespread attention. And then, David reports some great news on gun rights from Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue. Finally, David has an important update from the Olofson family.
Armed and Safe is reporting today that D.C. has no intention of giving up its restrictive measures against handguns, the Supreme Court be damned.
FreedomSight provides further commentary on the D.C. outrage.
John Lott further reports that the vote by the D.C. council on the new gun laws will be TODAY.
Mike McCarville says that the latest poll in Iowa shows Obama way ahead.
The Hill reports that John McCain has outlined his plan on Afghanistan and slammed Barack Obama over his highly flawed statements on Iraq.
Cap'n Bob and the Damsel highly recommend the book Effective Handgun Defense.
Dark Blog says that the effectiveness of the conservative legal movement in minimizing the decades of liberal domination may have been greatly exaggerated.
Gateway Pundit reports that Barack Obama is frantically removing from his websites any former references to 'civil war' in Iraq or that the 'surge will not work.' Well, Mr. Magic-O-Bama, you may run but you cannot hide from your words or your record!
And get THIS one! Gateway Pundit also reports that in a speech yesterday Barack Obama referred to our Border Patrol Agents as 'terrorists.' What a complete bastard.
Sebastian has something here that makes my blood boil. A New York judge has declared that in the state of New York keeping and bearing arms is a privilege granted by state statutes and not a right. BASTARD! Looks like the fun has begun, folks.
Breda has some exciting news. She will be tonight's guest on Ahab and Squeaky's podcast called 'Gun Nuts--the Next Generation.' Congrats, Breda. Click on the link for the info.
Traction Control posts something that should be of grave concern to any gunowner. Barack Obama voted at least four times for legislation that would allow criminal charges to be brought against homeowners who use guns to defend their lives and families.
Mark Steyn unfortunately has ominous news today on his case in British Columbia. An appeal has been filed on the decision of the national Canadian Human Rights Commission to drop charges against him. Commies don't give up easily.
The Western Rifle Shooters Association points to Oleg's new pictorial graphic-editorial on gun rights, and it is an excellent one!
The Rustmeister has an interesting read on guns, beer, and Big Brother.
Say Uncle notes that the Chicago Tribune refused to cover a major pro-gun rally in Chicago last week but is quick to provide complete coverage for anti-gun rallies.
Blogonomicon points to a major scientific report that suggests that the latest trends in solar activity indicate an ice age is coming, not 'global warming.'
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Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup Special Edition 6/26/08
This is a special edition of the Second Amendment News Roundup.
The United States Supreme Court ruled today that Americans have the right to own and keep firearms--including handguns--in their homes. The ruling struck down a District of Columbia law banning handguns.
Writing for the majority, Justice Antonin Scalia stated that the record of history both before and after the ratification of the Second Amendment shows that individual citizens have the right to their preferred method of self-protection--the handgun.
The ruling also struck down D.C.'s requirement for safety locks or keeping the firearms disassembled.
The ruling does, however, leave intact many local regulations on the use of firearms.
Shockingly, the decision came with a 5-4 majority. In dissent were Stevens, Breyer, Ginsberg, and Souter, which shows that our precious right to self-defense in this country is a tenuous one.
In fact, the anti-freedom crowd is already attempting to spin the decision to its benefit...Nancy Pelosi being one of them, stating that 'D.C. still has the right to regulate handguns.'
Joining Justice Scalia in the majority were Alito, Roberts, Kennedy, and Thomas.
Naturally, the blogosphere is ablaze with commentary and analysis of the decision. The following is a run-down on the comments of various bloggers:
Let the celebration begin! The Breda Fallacy helps to get us started.
David Hardy at Of Arms and the Law quotes from Justice Scalia's majority opinion, and he follows up with highlighting the major key points in the ruling.
Say Uncle says the 5-4 ruling is too close for comfort. Uncle also has some Key Quotes from the ruling.
Snowflakes in Hell opines on what should scare us about this ruling and says that there is room to work.
David Codrea at The War on Guns provides insightful commentary on the decision, stating that the ruling leaves the door open for continued infringement.
Robb Allen reminds us that this decision is not a call to victory but a call to battle. It ain't over by a long shot.
Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs gives her take on the Heller decision, including a comment on what it might mean to Jihadists.
Nicki at The Liberty Zone weighs in on the decision, including some sharp words for the turncoats, I mean, dissenters.
Tam at View from the Porch does a bit of well-deserved gloating.
Traction Control has the text version of the decision in two separate formats.
The Bitch Girls recognize and thank the key players in today's decision. Had it not been for these valuable persons in the cause, this may have never happened. Go have a look.
Eugene Volokh at The Volokh Conspiracy is one of the ones Bitter Bitch cites as a valuable person in the cause, providing crucial legal guidance. Volokh is cited in the Heller decision as well. You can find plenty of commentary on the Court's action at The Volokh Conspiracy here. Simply scroll down for a variety of commentary and analysis.
Clayton Cramer is another who was cited in the majority opinion, and he provides his take on the ruling here.
Dustin's Gun Blog highlights the 'individual right' aspect of the Heller decision.
Dr. John Lott quotes D.C. Mayor Fenty who is still attempting to act as if the Heller case has not been decided. What a complete idiot.
Michelle Malkin reports that John McCain has jumped on the Heller decision to underscore his differences with Barack Obama on gun rights. And, not surprisingly, Obama does another 'flip flop' on the issue. I suppose now he is the 'Thomas Jefferson candidate' for unrestricted gun rights. ROFL!!
Mike McCarville is reporting that many are applauding the Heller decision today, including U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe.
But wait till you see THIS stunner! McCarville also issues a news alert that a Leftwing blogger is ridiculing the Heller decision on the basis of the 'racial angle.'
Ahab points to a very important component of the Heller decision, which states that the Second Amendment codifies a pre-existing right.
Alphecca comments on the potential ramifications of Heller for the states and for the Chicago ban.
Armed and Safe points to the response of the Brady Bunch to the decision.
Gun Pundit makes an excellent point about the decision today being an affirmation of an old right rather than a 'new right.' He also breaks the thing down into a step-by-step analysis.
Gunservatively highlights a statement in the Heller decision that declares it is not the Court's role to declare the Second Amendment extinct. Read it all.
The various gun websites offer their commentary on the decision. Click on the underscored links to go to the statements issued by Gun Law News, the NRA, the Buckeye Firearms Association, Gun Owners of America, and Ohioans for Concealed Carry.
Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has not yet released a statement.
Among the major political websites, statements on the Heller decision can be found at The Cato Institute, Human Events (which features an excellent article by Ted Nuggent), and National Review Online (which catches Barack Obama in a blatant lie about his position on gun rights).
I hope this collection of links will be helpful to you as we continue to decipher the ramifications of the Court's action today.
The United States Supreme Court ruled today that Americans have the right to own and keep firearms--including handguns--in their homes. The ruling struck down a District of Columbia law banning handguns.
Writing for the majority, Justice Antonin Scalia stated that the record of history both before and after the ratification of the Second Amendment shows that individual citizens have the right to their preferred method of self-protection--the handgun.
The ruling also struck down D.C.'s requirement for safety locks or keeping the firearms disassembled.
The ruling does, however, leave intact many local regulations on the use of firearms.
Shockingly, the decision came with a 5-4 majority. In dissent were Stevens, Breyer, Ginsberg, and Souter, which shows that our precious right to self-defense in this country is a tenuous one.
In fact, the anti-freedom crowd is already attempting to spin the decision to its benefit...Nancy Pelosi being one of them, stating that 'D.C. still has the right to regulate handguns.'
Joining Justice Scalia in the majority were Alito, Roberts, Kennedy, and Thomas.
Naturally, the blogosphere is ablaze with commentary and analysis of the decision. The following is a run-down on the comments of various bloggers:
Let the celebration begin! The Breda Fallacy helps to get us started.
David Hardy at Of Arms and the Law quotes from Justice Scalia's majority opinion, and he follows up with highlighting the major key points in the ruling.
Say Uncle says the 5-4 ruling is too close for comfort. Uncle also has some Key Quotes from the ruling.
Snowflakes in Hell opines on what should scare us about this ruling and says that there is room to work.
David Codrea at The War on Guns provides insightful commentary on the decision, stating that the ruling leaves the door open for continued infringement.
Robb Allen reminds us that this decision is not a call to victory but a call to battle. It ain't over by a long shot.
Pamela Geller at Atlas Shrugs gives her take on the Heller decision, including a comment on what it might mean to Jihadists.
Nicki at The Liberty Zone weighs in on the decision, including some sharp words for the turncoats, I mean, dissenters.
Tam at View from the Porch does a bit of well-deserved gloating.
Traction Control has the text version of the decision in two separate formats.
The Bitch Girls recognize and thank the key players in today's decision. Had it not been for these valuable persons in the cause, this may have never happened. Go have a look.
Eugene Volokh at The Volokh Conspiracy is one of the ones Bitter Bitch cites as a valuable person in the cause, providing crucial legal guidance. Volokh is cited in the Heller decision as well. You can find plenty of commentary on the Court's action at The Volokh Conspiracy here. Simply scroll down for a variety of commentary and analysis.
Clayton Cramer is another who was cited in the majority opinion, and he provides his take on the ruling here.
Dustin's Gun Blog highlights the 'individual right' aspect of the Heller decision.
Dr. John Lott quotes D.C. Mayor Fenty who is still attempting to act as if the Heller case has not been decided. What a complete idiot.
Michelle Malkin reports that John McCain has jumped on the Heller decision to underscore his differences with Barack Obama on gun rights. And, not surprisingly, Obama does another 'flip flop' on the issue. I suppose now he is the 'Thomas Jefferson candidate' for unrestricted gun rights. ROFL!!
Mike McCarville is reporting that many are applauding the Heller decision today, including U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe.
But wait till you see THIS stunner! McCarville also issues a news alert that a Leftwing blogger is ridiculing the Heller decision on the basis of the 'racial angle.'
Ahab points to a very important component of the Heller decision, which states that the Second Amendment codifies a pre-existing right.
Alphecca comments on the potential ramifications of Heller for the states and for the Chicago ban.
Armed and Safe points to the response of the Brady Bunch to the decision.
Gun Pundit makes an excellent point about the decision today being an affirmation of an old right rather than a 'new right.' He also breaks the thing down into a step-by-step analysis.
Gunservatively highlights a statement in the Heller decision that declares it is not the Court's role to declare the Second Amendment extinct. Read it all.
The various gun websites offer their commentary on the decision. Click on the underscored links to go to the statements issued by Gun Law News, the NRA, the Buckeye Firearms Association, Gun Owners of America, and Ohioans for Concealed Carry.
Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has not yet released a statement.
Among the major political websites, statements on the Heller decision can be found at The Cato Institute, Human Events (which features an excellent article by Ted Nuggent), and National Review Online (which catches Barack Obama in a blatant lie about his position on gun rights).
I hope this collection of links will be helpful to you as we continue to decipher the ramifications of the Court's action today.
Supreme Court Decides Gun Rights Case Today
The District of Columbia vs. Heller gun rights case will be decided today by the U.S. Supreme Court. The Court will issue all remaining decisions, including Heller, today at 10 AM.
For a minute-by-minute liveblog of the Court's public session, click here to go to SCOTUSblog (Supreme Court of the United States blog), beginning at 10 AM EDT.
At issue is the constitutionality of the ban on handguns within the District of Columbia. Observers say this will be the most significant high court ruling on the Second Amendment in the past 100 years.
For a minute-by-minute liveblog of the Court's public session, click here to go to SCOTUSblog (Supreme Court of the United States blog), beginning at 10 AM EDT.
At issue is the constitutionality of the ban on handguns within the District of Columbia. Observers say this will be the most significant high court ruling on the Second Amendment in the past 100 years.
Friday, March 28, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/28/08
Focusing on guns and politics, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
Eugene Volokh has information on singer Elton John's fundraising activity for Hillary Clinton. Be sure to click on the link at the end of that post in order to read a companion post also written by Volokh:
http://volokh.com/archives/archive_2008_03_23-2008_03_29.shtml#1206729648
L. Neil Smith at Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has the MUST-read of the day, entitled, 'Engraved Invitation--to Steal':
http://www.jpfo.org/smith/smith-engraved.htm
More fallout from the Obamessiah mess at Michelle Malkin's blog:
http://michellemalkin.com/2008/03/28/will-the-real-messiah-please-stand-up/
John Lott has even more interesting news about Obama in light of the candidates' suggestion he would have left the Trinity Church had Wright not retired. Oh really? Ohhhh, what a tangled web:
http://johnrlott.blogspot.com/2008/03/obama-suggests-he-would-have-left-his.html
Dr. Lott also says that the more informed people are the less concerned they are about climate change:
http://johnrlott.blogspot.com/2008/03/more-informed-people-less-concerned.html
Tam links to a post about consummate stupidity on the part of Environmentalist wackos. Tomorrow night, I think I will turn every freakin' light I have ON, run the air conditioner or heat full blast, and crank up my truck and let it just sit there idling for a while:
http://booksbikesboomsticks.blogspot.com/2008/03/tomorrow-night-dont-forget.html
Ready to get mad and sad at the same time? Read about this man who was arrested and imprisoned for merely threatening to have two Judges arrested! David Codrea has the story:
http://waronguns.blogspot.com/2008/03/will-scotus-hear-rick-stanley.html
Don't you just feel safer now that the TSA has forced a woman to remove her nipple clamps before boarding an aircraft? Nicki comments on this farce:
http://libertyzone.blogspot.com/2008/03/dont-you-feel-safer-now.html
Robb Allen points to an opinion piece on brightly painted guns:
http://blog.robballen.com/archive/2008/03/28/My-view-on-brightly-painted-guns.aspx
Say Uncle comments on ammo prices:
http://www.saysuncle.com/archives/2008/03/28/more_on_ammo_prices/
Cap'n Bob and the Damsel have a great piece today on the notion that the D.C. vs. Heller case would result in the striking down of gun and ammo laws (which is wishful thinking):
http://capnbob.us/blog/2008/03/27/striking-down-gun-ammo-laws-wishful-thinking/
Blognomicon blogs about a ballistic vest test--good info to file away for future reference:
http://blogonomicon.blogspot.com/2008/03/ballistic-vest-test.html
There is good reading today at Alphecca's place on the NRA, race, media bias, and the D.C. gun ban:
http://www.alphecca.com/?p=695
All American Blogger has a complete, documented list of Hillary Clinton's lies:
http://www.allamericanblogger.com/2472/dick-morris-beat-me-too-it-hillarys-list-of-lies/
Roberta X has an update on her Mother's health:
http://twowheeledmadwoman.blogspot.com/2008/03/we-sprung-mom-x.html
Mike McCarville reports on an Obama endorsement that has shaken the Hillary Clinton campaign:
http://wwwtmrcom.blogspot.com/2008/03/caseys-obama-endorsement-shakes-clinton.html
Eugene Volokh has information on singer Elton John's fundraising activity for Hillary Clinton. Be sure to click on the link at the end of that post in order to read a companion post also written by Volokh:
http://volokh.com/archives/archive_2008_03_23-2008_03_29.shtml#1206729648
L. Neil Smith at Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has the MUST-read of the day, entitled, 'Engraved Invitation--to Steal':
http://www.jpfo.org/smith/smith-engraved.htm
More fallout from the Obamessiah mess at Michelle Malkin's blog:
http://michellemalkin.com/2008/03/28/will-the-real-messiah-please-stand-up/
John Lott has even more interesting news about Obama in light of the candidates' suggestion he would have left the Trinity Church had Wright not retired. Oh really? Ohhhh, what a tangled web:
http://johnrlott.blogspot.com/2008/03/obama-suggests-he-would-have-left-his.html
Dr. Lott also says that the more informed people are the less concerned they are about climate change:
http://johnrlott.blogspot.com/2008/03/more-informed-people-less-concerned.html
Tam links to a post about consummate stupidity on the part of Environmentalist wackos. Tomorrow night, I think I will turn every freakin' light I have ON, run the air conditioner or heat full blast, and crank up my truck and let it just sit there idling for a while:
http://booksbikesboomsticks.blogspot.com/2008/03/tomorrow-night-dont-forget.html
Ready to get mad and sad at the same time? Read about this man who was arrested and imprisoned for merely threatening to have two Judges arrested! David Codrea has the story:
http://waronguns.blogspot.com/2008/03/will-scotus-hear-rick-stanley.html
Don't you just feel safer now that the TSA has forced a woman to remove her nipple clamps before boarding an aircraft? Nicki comments on this farce:
http://libertyzone.blogspot.com/2008/03/dont-you-feel-safer-now.html
Robb Allen points to an opinion piece on brightly painted guns:
http://blog.robballen.com/archive/2008/03/28/My-view-on-brightly-painted-guns.aspx
Say Uncle comments on ammo prices:
http://www.saysuncle.com/archives/2008/03/28/more_on_ammo_prices/
Cap'n Bob and the Damsel have a great piece today on the notion that the D.C. vs. Heller case would result in the striking down of gun and ammo laws (which is wishful thinking):
http://capnbob.us/blog/2008/03/27/striking-down-gun-ammo-laws-wishful-thinking/
Blognomicon blogs about a ballistic vest test--good info to file away for future reference:
http://blogonomicon.blogspot.com/2008/03/ballistic-vest-test.html
There is good reading today at Alphecca's place on the NRA, race, media bias, and the D.C. gun ban:
http://www.alphecca.com/?p=695
All American Blogger has a complete, documented list of Hillary Clinton's lies:
http://www.allamericanblogger.com/2472/dick-morris-beat-me-too-it-hillarys-list-of-lies/
Roberta X has an update on her Mother's health:
http://twowheeledmadwoman.blogspot.com/2008/03/we-sprung-mom-x.html
Mike McCarville reports on an Obama endorsement that has shaken the Hillary Clinton campaign:
http://wwwtmrcom.blogspot.com/2008/03/caseys-obama-endorsement-shakes-clinton.html
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