Second Amendment News Roundup for 4/6/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

David Codrea informs us of yet another attack on free speech.

Codrea's Gun Rights Examiner examines the lies, fear, and hatred spread by the Left concerning the cop shooting in Pittsburgh.

Armed and Safe provides an interesting read on the VPC and Eric Holder.

Hofmann's St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner takes a look at brainwashing through simple terminology.

Standing By has a MUST-read on 'defending the Constitution.'

On the Green posts good reading on 'Jefferson's Reset Button.'

From Sipsy Street Irregulars: 'Denninger: The Constitution Dies...to Thunderous Applause.'

Western Rifle Shooters Association reports the infuriating and despicable news that Obama has refused repayment of TARP loans from banks because he wants to keep his control over them! What a damn fascist!

Conservative Libertarian Outpost blogs on 'more lousy Obama nominees'--from the Far Left, naturally.

Texas Fred has an update on sending tea bags to Obama and other politicians to remind them of the big citizen 'tea party' tax protests around the nation on April 15.

Notoriously Conservative points to new numbers that show Obama has divided Americans more than any President in modern history.

The Rustmeister says that the Commercial Appeal has yet another gun-hater spouting nonsense.

Rev. Kharma posts thoughtful reading on the killing in Binghampton, New York, entitled, 'To Serve and Protect (Themselves).'

Nicki thoroughly reams a 'douchebag' over his comments on an NRA gun rights shirt. Take a look!

From Mindful Musings: 'A Giant Has Fallen--May the Rest Follow Quickly.'

John Jacob H provides the recording of armed, uniformed TSA agents interrogating a liberty activist at an airport. His crime? CARRYING CASH!

21 Guns Salute has a series of MUST-see television interviews explaining why TARP happened.

Armed Citizen posts the 1964 Ronald Reagan speech for GOP Presidential candidate Barry Goldwater--a speech that propelled the former actor onto the national political scene. A must-read for ANY liberty-loving American!

2A Musing reports on his day of training at KR Training. Mighty fine reading!

JR shares with us why he loves Ted Nugent. Yes sir!

Pamela Geller thoroughly 'cactus-jacks' the Left over their smear-and-ruin campaign against good people. Wanna know what 'cactus-jack' means? Think 'proctoscope with long, sharp needles!' Read it all. This is great!

CarteachO has another informative read on defensive shotgun skills.

Days of our Trailers informs us of the drawings to be held at the 2A Blogger Bash.

Say Uncle posts major news out of Montana concerning their bill to exempt the state from federal gun laws. Take a look.

Pax Parabellum reports the stunning news that Phoenix police raided the home of a blogger because he criticized them!

From Ride Fast and Shoot Straight: 'Senate Votes to Kill and Maim Our Children.'

Syd provides good reading on newbies and the snubnose.

Traction Control reminds us that April 15 is 'Buy a Gun Day.'

Tam makes a vital point about mass shootings, guns, and first responders.

Dr. Walter Williams, my favorite intellectual, has the MUST-read of the day on the immorality of forcing one American to live for the purposes of another. Do yourself a BIG favor and read this article.

Americans 'Scared' of the Words of the Framers?

It would appear that many Americans today are 'scared' of the direct words of the Framers of the U.S. Constitution.

Why would this be?

I provide 2 possible explanations today in my column at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

It seems I sparked a heated debate that has been raging at my Examiner site and at Digg. Be sure to click on the link above, read it, comment if you wish, and pass it along to others.

And thank-you very kindly for all of your support in recent days. I am deeply grateful.

Morris: Obama Gave Away U.S. Sovereignty

Former Bill Clinton advisor Dick Morris, who is now a columnist, Fox News analyst, and campaign expert, has determined that in agreeing to the 3 basic principles at the G-20 summit, Barack Obama has given away U.S. sovereignty when it comes to managing its own economy.

This trashing of the Constitution has become a regular feature of the Obama administration and grows more dangerous with each day that passes.

Click here to see the You Tube analysis provided by Dick Morris.

Allowing Loonies to Dominate the Debate

Why should we, as gun owners and freedom advocates, allow lunatics such as the one in Pittsburgh who shot the cops to dominate the debate about firearms and the armed resistance to government movement?

That crazed lunatic in Pittsburgh no more represents me and 99.99% of gun owners than terrorist William Ayers represents most of those who voted for Obama.

And this is the subject of my column today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

It is we who should set the terms of the debate and always be on the offensive!

Please click, read, and share. Thanks!

Updated Info on Hollis Wayne Fincher Case

From the MOWCA Blog: 'Appeal of Order Pursuant to Hearing on Remand.'

This was filed in April 2, 2009. Take a look for further info.

The Blood of Patriots and Tyrants

Jefferson's reset button:

"The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants."

My new column at Columbia Conservative Examiner takes a look at this concept and the growing numbers of citizens who believe Obama and Congress are pushing the nation dangerously to the brink of this type of deadly rebellion.

Click, read, and share. Thanks!

LIBERTY ALERT! Bill Gives 'O' Power to Shut Down Internet

Known as the 'Cybersecurity Act of 2009,' a bill has been introduced in the U.S. Senate that would give Barack Obama the power to shut down private Internet networks and Internet Service Providers.

Disguised as a 'security measure in the event of an cyber attack,' the legislation is being blasted by human rights advocates as an attempt by Obama and the Democrats to grab more power by simply shutting off access to information on the Internet when they deem it 'necessary.'

Read more about this stunning development here.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 4/3/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

From Rev. Kharma: 'Fascist Enablers in Congress.' A MUST-read!

Pax Parabellum has a highly informative post on how Obama and the Democrats plan to use the 2010 Census to favor liberals in elections--mainly by overcounting illegal aliens!

Syd announces that bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the Senate to restore the Second Amendment in the national parks.

JR reports that the media (well, Fox News, at least) has finally caught up with bloggers in hammering away at the lies of the government concerning guns and Mexican drug cartels.

Codrea's Gun Rights Examiner has more today on exposing these lies.

The War on Guns says 'just say no' to TSA bullying!

Armed and Safe posts 'Mexico--the Big Lie.'

Hofmann's St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner exposes some shenanigans in Illinois with regard to the proposed legislation requiring gun owners to carry $1 million dollars' worth of liability insurance. Read it all. This is the corrupt Obama-Chicago political machine at work!

The Newbius Papers has an important message he is sending to Washington concerning taxes. Take a look.

Gun Pundit reports that he has been chosen as the blog of the month by Ammoland.com. Congrats!

Nicki says that for once she is proud of the House GOP for what they did last night concerning Obama's 3.2 trillion-dollar mega-deficit budget.

From Ride Fast and Shoot Straight: 'Somebody Tell the White House to Shut Up.'

This doesn't sound good at all. Western Rifle Shooters Association alerts us to the fact that the military will be 'standing nearby' when Tennessee law enforcement conducts a 'seat-belt check point.' What the hell!!??

Tam is up to some 'gun stuff' in Knoxville today.

Conservative Libertarian Outpost has an important alert from the GOA.

Days of our Trailers muses about personalized firearms.

Texas Fred announces his new 'Freedom Is Not Free' gift shop.

Notoriously Conservative notes that Obama is a 'bash America' one-man wrecking crew as he tours Europe. Did he take lessons from the Dixie Chics?

Robb Allen posts a story he says he can relate to. So can I. It's been 2 years since the death of my beloved Bo, a 15-year old Lhasa Apso who was my constant companion and loyal friend.

Walls of the City calls our attention to some really ingenious methods D.C. has of impacting its high crime rate. Note I did not say reduce its high crime rate.

Way Up North has a must-read on the global warming nonsense. He should know. He lives in Alaska.

Ms. Underestimated shares a must-see editorial cartoon entitled, 'Turbo Tax Timmy's New Global Currency.'

An Ol' Broad's Ramblings provides more good political cartoons for your Friday reading pleasure.

Failures of the G-20 Summit

Don't believe the cheer-leading propaganda of the mainstream media concerning Obama's supposed great success at the G-20 summit in London.

He failed for the very reasons they cite as indications of his success!

Columbia Conservative Examiner details these decisions that point to abject failure.

Click on the link and read. And don't forget to pass it along to your friends and family who may be interested. Thanks!

Could Someone Please Explain to Me...

...what the hell this Twitter hoop-la is all about? I signed up for it and use it because someone said that if you write for pay, it's good to get into 'social networking.'

But for the life of me I can't figure out what good it does. So far it seems it's just a plaything for the rich and famous to feed their narcissism. I mean, who the hell wants to know what somebody else is doing, minute by minute, except for stalkers?

Maybe I'm missing something here. If someone cares to enlighten me, I am open to being educated in the vast beneficial intricacies of Twitter...

Sheesh.

Getting Better, Feeling Worse

Adjusting to new meds can be an exercise in sheer masochism. Sometimes it seems the illness is better than the cure.

We have some preliminary results of tests, and I won't go any further than that. I do believe in at least some privacy, even for a writer.

While I make these adjustments I may be doing the minimum--the daily Roundup and the column at Columbia Conservative Examiner, the link to which I always post here. I will write more when I feel up to it.

Oh, I can get very cranky when on meds and when I don't feel good. Just FYI.

Thanks for your prayers, thoughts, and daily clicks on the links I provide to Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 4/2/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Texas Fred reports the stunning and unprecedented move by a citizen's grand jury to indict Barack Obama.

Days of our Trailers says that Fox News has called out the government concerning its lies about the Mexican drug cartels and U.S. guns. Good!

The Rustmeister provides further commentary on this issue.

From Bloviating Zeppelin: "Money + Power = Social Engineering."

Insight on Freedom has a must-read on Netanyahu's challenge to Obama concerning Iran. I'm glad to see someone back in power in Israel who has a set of brass ones!

Walls of the City says that the Obama administration is turning into the 'who's who' of tax cheats, and he has the list to prove it.

David Codrea reports that Ron Paul has submitted a bill that would require an audit of the Federal Reserve. Good!

From Codrea's Gun Right Examiner: 'Do U.S. Government Arms Exports Play a Part in Arming Mexican Cartels?'

Armed and Safe provides essential reading entitled, 'Don't Kid Yourself, Confiscation is the Goal.'

Hofmann's St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner reports that citizens in Kansas will vote on Constitutional protection for gun rights.

Nicki posts a 'deep dark secret of government.' Take a look!

Say Uncle has the quote of the day, and it's a doozie!

Sipsy Street Irregulars provides required reading on the disturbing growing practice by cops to shoot dogs at homes where they arrive to question or arrest persons. As they say, anyone who is callous enough to shoot dogs is callous enough to kill people at random too!

2A Musing blogs on the importance of gun training.

Alphecca reports highly disturbing news coming out of the G-20 summit in London.

Free in Idaho calls our attention to a very important promise made by Barack Obama that has already gone up in smoke.

Western Rifle Shooters Association posts thought-provoking commentary from Billy Beck. I don't agree with all of it, but most of it is good stuff.

Occupied Nashville has an interesting read on 'slugs vs. buckshot.'

Robb Allen has some sharply-worded commentary on the Moron-in-Chief's visit to the UK.

Tam makes an important point with 'pretty soon you're talking about real money.'

The Wandering Minstrel says 'the wheel on the gun goes round and round.' Take a look.

Breda shows us why we can 'score one for the good guys.'

Michelle Malkin reports the highly disturbing news that 10 House Republicans voted with the Democratic majority in passing a bill to control the salaries of executives in America. Welcome to HELL.

Gun Men

Are you proud to be a gun man or woman?

I am.

Armed citizens hold society together as a check against thugs and tyrants.

Read my column at Columbia Conservative Examiner, entitled, 'Gun Men.'

Thank-you.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 4/1/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Sipsy Street Irregulars reports that China is measuring us for a knock-out blow with their new weapons systems.

Western Rifle Shooters Association posts a this-is-not-a-drill must-read on 'Committees of Correspondence, Protection, and Safety.'

Kurt Hofmann says that Mexican drug cartels don't need U.S. gun shops in order to arm themselves!

David Codrea writes about the lies of the ATF concerning Mexican drug cartels and U.S. guns.

Walls of the City posts a very interesting read entitled, 'Deal with the Devil.'

JR points to a few appropriate comments on Obama's 'change.'

Mindful Musings has a rather interesting graphic on 'acceptable gun control.'

John Jacob H says it's '3 minutes to midnight on the tyranny clock.' Take a look!

From Rev. Kharma: 'Humpty Dumpty and the Constitution.'

Free in Idaho points to some abject cluelessness on the part of Hillary Clinton and the Obama administration.

Ride Fast and Shoot Straight reports that National Geographic did a special on guns, and, as expected, it was totally skewed.

Tam says she's skeptical about the National Geographic story for one simple reason. Heh.

Pax Parabellum posts some important facts for Tea Party protesters on April 15.

Days of our Trailers highlights some potential problems concerning gun sales in California.

The Rustmeister comments on the double-standard in Washington these days.

Live From the Upper Texas Gulf Coast asks a vital question--'Why Not Tighten Security on the Entire Border?'

Notoriously Conservative reports jaw-dropping news that all charges have been dropped against former U.S. Senator Ted Stevens of Alaska due to prosecutorial misconduct.

Traction Control provides a MUST-read excerpt from Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged.

Nicki says that the Senator I call 'Lurch' has called for tighter gun control.

Gun Nuts has the recap and audio of last night's edition of Gun Nuts Radio.

Say Uncle reports on the latest scary prospect concerning the government and free enterprise, and it's not even an April Fool's joke!

Robb Allen blogs about Google ads and guns.

Brigid always provides something worth reading in a style that is elegant, masterful, and thought-provoking. Take a look at 'To Everything a Season.'

Michelle Malkin points to a photo album directly from the eye of the G-20 storm in London.

Gateway Pundit provides an important update on the possible Congressional investigation into ACORN corruption based upon testimony provided by insider whistleblowers.

Standing By posts a good roundup of Townhall columnist commentary for today. Give it a read!

Playing Up the Praise, Downplaying the Dissent

As Obama headed for London today to attend the G-20 Summit, the talking heads of the mainstream media were at their old games again, playing up the worshipful throngs bowed in adoration for the messiah, while downplaying the significant dissent.

And this is the subject of my column today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

As you will see in the column, there is news on the bias of the New York Times, the failure of the MSM to report ANY of the Tea Party taxpayer protests, and a host of other issues pointing to a cover-up on behalf of Obama.

Thank-you for clicking on the link and reading the column.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/31/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

JR provides a timely update and reminder concerning the Tax Day Tea Parties being held on April 15 across the country to protest the Obama economic plan.

Roberta X reports that another major newspaper will cease publication and opt for electronic reporting only.

Blogstitution issues a report that says solar energy may not be the solution many thought it would be to the energy problem.

Rev. Kharma has a MUST-read entitled, 'A Dangerous Wind is Blowing.' Read it all.

Syd, over at Front Sight, Press is back blogging again after a break. In this post he discusses 'ammo hoarding.' Welcome back, buddy!

The Rustmeister provides a complete and detailed list of proposed Tennessee gun legislation.

Conservative Libertarian Outpost posts essential reading on the shenanigans of another Clinton. Hillary is up to no-good as usual.

Texas Fred has 'A Single Nuke Could Destroy America.'

Days of our Trailers cites an example of 'the Chicago gun ban in action' (written with tongue firmly planted in cheek).

Nicki writes a very important piece on the latest legal adviser (if you can call him that) to be appointed to the Obama administration.

Mike McCarville says that J.C. Watts has some explaining to do if he decides to run for Governor of Oklahoma.

Alphecca reports that AG Eric Holder has been sued over a gun rights case.

2A Musing has some info concerning firearms training in southwestern North Carolina.

Kurt Hofmann posts a very important read at St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner on 'rationing Constitutional rights.' Read it all.

From Codrea's Gun Rights Examiner: 'Gun Bans Won't Stop Violence but Gun Haters Propose Them Anyway.' Excellent reading!

Breda gives us the complete scoop on tonight's edition of Gun Nuts Radio.

Walls of the City has the hum-dinger MUST-read of the WEEK! It's about the way government is supposed to work, and it's entitled, 'I am Simon Jester.'

Sebastian blogs on 'Obama's Achievement.' This one thing he has managed to do quite well.

Say Uncle has a thing or two to say about GM--Government Motors.

Robb Allen says that 'going Galt' works for insurance companies too!

Western Rifle Shooters Association provides essential reading on 20 soul-searching questions each of us must ask ourselves in this era of hooded jackbooted thuggery.

Mike Vanderboegh needs our thoughts and prayers in light of a health issue, and he provides us with an itinerary to promote his new book, Absolved.

The Eyes Have It: A Personal Word to My Friends

Let me make this as short and to the point as I can.

Today I begin a journey that has been nearly a year in the making. My eyesight was attacked by a disorder of unknown origin. There have been times when I could not see what was written on the screen without a magnifying glass.

That part at least has greatly improved. But the underlying pathology is yet uncertain.

Today I will begin a protracted process to discover that underlying pathology. It will be costly and frightening, to be frank. While I do expect to discover the root cause of my malady, and thus receive a course of treatment that will keep it under control, I peer into that process with a certain amount of dread knowing that my financial status is woefully inadequate and my insurance is, well, non-existent (and no, I don't blame our healthcare system for it!!).

Nearly a year ago I disclosed to several fellow bloggers some of the details of my woes in case my eyesight failed entirely. They know who they are, and they were very willing to accept some of the responsibility for the Roundup should it be needed.

While I do not feel at this point that my sight will continue to deteriorate (in fact, it is greatly improved), I know that many of you will want to know what you can do to help.

And this is my point. The best thing you can do to help me is two-fold. First, you can pray for me, if you pray. Second, you can click on the links I provide to my daily column at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

You see, I get paid according to how many people read my column. That's the way it works at Examiner. The more readers I get, the more I get paid. It's as simple as that.

And it doesn't cost you a dime.

I don't ask for donations, I don't have a tip-jar, or anything like that. All I ask is that you click on the links each day to my daily column. And get others to do the same. This will be of tremendous help and encouragement.

And let me express to each of you who faithfully read this blog day in and day out how much you are valued and appreciated. It's good to know that out here in this dark and dangerous world there is a little band of bloggers and readers who are like-minded on the issues of human liberty.

Thank-you.

Obama Uses Intimidation Tactics Against Blogger!

The Fuhrer strikes again.

I have already told you about the blogger who was summoned to the White House due to his You Tube videos that are critical of Barack Obama.

But there is more here, and there is some background info that brings it all into perspective.

And that is the subject of my column today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Be sure to click on the links I provide as 'Sources' at the end of the column!

I want to keep this story before the reading public, and you can help me tremendously by clicking on the link to my column above. Thanks!

Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/30/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Pax Parabellum has a very important follow-up to the news story we reported on Obama's intimidation tactics against a YouTube blogger who issued a very popular series of videos against Barack Obama.

Armed and Safe informs us of the stunning news that Obama has lied yet again and used the Senate to launch a sneak attack on guns! Read it all.

Dr. John Lott comments on the government's wading into uncharted territory (up until now in America) by micro-managing business from the White House.

Mike McCarville reports that conservative commentator Glenn Beck is taking cable TV by storm.

Rev. Kharma observes that a significant crack has developed in the Obama facade.

Nicki takes a balanced approach when discussing cops, particularly in the midst of so much bad news about them.

Codrea's Gun Right Examiner examines the lies of the ATF concerning Mexican 'crime guns.'

The War on Guns points to a move to waive gun checks for those with concealed carry permits...and the opposition to the measure.

Armed and Safe has an important update on gun bills in Illinois.

Hofmann's St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner takes a look at gun laws that blame the victims of crime.

Western Rifle Shooters Association posts a must-see video entitled, 'A Republic if You Can Regain It.'

CarteachO provides an interesting read on hand-loading the .303 British.

Free in Idaho reports that an attempt to shut down the Tea Party website has been launched. Interestingly, the city government of a Florida town cancelled its Tea Party due to fears that 'the crowd will be too large.' Yet this very town was the site of very large anti-Bush protests.

The Wandering Minstrel shows us the results of his 'two plus one drill' at the shooting range.

Tam gives us some blatantly gratuitous 'gun porn.' Take a look at those Rugers!

Say Uncle provides details on the Knoxville Tea Party on April 15.

Ride Fast and Shoot Straight points to some logical absurdities for gun bans.

Robb Allen has a great read on 'gun myths.'

The Rustmeister posts the quote of the day.

Walls of the City opines on the 'blame America' campaign initiated by Secretary Clinton.

Way Up North, as one who lives in Alaska, gives us an up close and personal update on the volcano eruption.

Insight on Freedom provides today's MUST-read on new information regarding the FCC's attempt to silence conservatives.

ALERT! Obama Intimidates YouTube Blogger!

We told you this was going to happen.

We saw it during the campaign.

It is unrealistic to expect the pathologically thin-skinned Barack Obama to change his ways in such a short period of time.

Obama is now directly and personally engaging in intimidation tactics against his opponents on the Internet.

One great American patriot made a series of YouTube videos that are highly critical of Barack Obama's policies. So effective were those videos that they immediately attracted tons of traffic on the web.

But Barack Obama got a whiff that something unacceptable was afoot--a patriot who is adept at cyber technology used his skills to show the folly of Barack Obama.

Thus, Obama has personally invited the blogger to the White House to 'discuss the disturbing nature of the videos.'

Unbelievable! Click here to read the complete story.

This Is What 'National Socialism' Looks Like

By forcing out the CEO of General Motors, Barack Obama has provided the clearest signal yet that he is pushing the nation toward the Nazi-fascist concept of 'national socialism.'

This is without doubt one of the most dangerous things Obama has done to date.

Read my latest column on this stunning development at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Pass it along to a friend?

Growing Talk of Civil Disobedience

Increasingly I am hearing those who would have never considered such a thing in the past talk about the possibility of civil disobedience during these unfortunate times under Barack Obama.

And this is the topic of my latest column at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Patriots are considering any number of various possibilities as a means of getting the attention of the present government that is apparently out of touch with most Americans.

I strongly encourage you to read this article and pass it along to others. This is one of the most important issues facing us today as we seek to determine the best course of action to oppose the Obama plan to erode our Constitutional Republic.

Good Rebuttal to Paul Helmke

Perhaps more than any other 'anti-gun' group in America, the Brady Campaign (to rob citizens of their guns) has done significant damage to gun rights. This is due to nothing more than their having the ear of politicians in Washington who will use any excuse to weaken the Second Amendment.

As the head of the Brady Campaign, Paul Helmke's anti-gun vitriol has been widely reported, and widely rebuked.

Yet the significant and insightful arguments presented in rebuttal to Helmke get almost no broad-based coverage, except among pro-Second Amendment circles.

The Newbius Papers presents a significant contribution to the argument by parsing the wording of the Second Amendment in a manner that clearly reveals its intent...and provides an important rebuttal to the Brady Campaign and Paul Helmke.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/27/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Say Uncle says that apparently Sec of State Hillary Clinton didn't get the memo about murder rates in Mexico and the time-table of 'assault weapons bans' and their expiration dates.

Sipsy Street Irregulars reports that the ATF is at it again, back to their old shenanigans, this time hitting up licensed gun manufacturers for all of their records.

David Codrea's Gun Rights Examiner takes an in-depth look at this ATF initiative and examines its real purpose.

Bloviating Zeppelin points to a cover story that states unequivocally that the police state is already here and operational in America.

2A Musing has more on the Clinton-Mexico initiative with regard to 'tackling the Second Amendment.'

From Robb Allen: 'Facts. Why Can't They Just Stick to the Narrative?'

Texas Fred reports that a former military officer has filed a federal criminal complaint against Barack Obama.

Sebastian informs us that Governor Sarah Palin has appointed an NRA Board Member as Alaska's Attorney-General.

Kurt Hofmann provides a good summary of some gun rights victories in Illinois.

Armed and Safe has a must-read entitled, 'Clueless in California.'

Insight on Freedom posts essential reading entitled, 'Now They're Coming for Your Kids!'

Days of our Trailers has some key excerpts from the big gun debate last night on WGN Radio.

The Rustmeister shows us a video of a new gadget--the 'cell phone gun.'

Nicki blogs on a 'band of scumbags' out in Oakland.

Pax Parabellum has the first rule of gun-fighting. 'It's elementary, my dear Watson.'

Joe Huffman provides the quote of the day on Barney Frank. By the way, did you hear that Nancy Pelosi slipped up and referred to Frank as 'chairwoman' in a news conference yesterday?

Notoriously Conservative notes that runaway inflation is on the way. Take a look to find out why.

JR reports that the employer parking lot gun bill has passed the Texas Senate.

Roberta X blogs on her new firearm.

Rev. Kharma observes that in this hour when America faces critical problems, the Senate springs into action on 'the big one!' Take a look.

Dark Blog has a must-read on the police state, entitled, 'Innocence is Irrelevant.'

Ms. Underestimated has a must-see video of the British member of Parliament, Daniel Hannan, explaining why the government-run healthcare system of Britain is so monstrous.

An Ol' Broad's Ramblings provides some good political cartoons to get your weekend started with a chuckle. Enjoy.

The Best Healthcare System in the World

Before we go running headlong into the abyss of government-run healthcare, we had best first consider 10 documented facts which show that our own U.S. system of private care is far superior to those countries with socialized, national, government-run care.

And this is my topic of discussion today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

I would deeply appreciate your reading it and passing it along to others. Thanks!

WRSA: Time for Economic Civil Disobedience

Some time ago I wrote on The Liberty Sphere that there may well come a time when patriotic citizens will be forced to engage in civil disobedience in the era of Obama.

As I stated at the time, such an act would come at tremendous personal cost and is thus a decision that each individual must make as they see fit.

The type of civil disobedience I mentioned was the refusal to pay federal taxes. I stated that individuals and businesses should at the very least seriously consider expressing the ultimate disapproval of a government raging out of control--the refusal of the citizens to fund it.

If enough citizens and businesses would do this in tandem, the government would be forced to make necessary cuts in spending--cuts that could well save our republic.

In the spirit of that concept, Western Rifle Shooters Association suggests that the time for such civil disobedience has arrived.

Given the unprecedented government spending that is sure to bankrupt the country eventually, WRSA and others maintain that in order to save the Republic the citizens are going to have to undertake some personal sacrifice to stop the madness.

While this article does not mention refusing to pay taxes as a possible course of action, it does present some less draconian alternatives that are worthy of a careful reading and careful consideration.

ACTION ALERT ON NEW NATIONAL SERVICE BILL

The newly-approved bill creating a national service corp does not yet contain that 'mandatory' provision as it was originally envisioned, but that could quickly change.

There are also other major changes afoot in Congress concerning this disturbing bill that you should know.

This alert was just sent out by the editors at Net Right Nation:

Fellow Bloggers,

This week, the Democrats in the Senate and House introduced a devastating new bill – the so-called Generations Invigorating Volunteers and Education Act (S.277) – that would allow politicians to funnel billions of tax dollars to leftwing organizations that they could then use for political purposes. As a blogger, you are the front line for exposing what legislation does.

It's being done under the guise of enabling Barack Obama to build his $5 billion, 250,000-member “volunteer” youth corps – “just as powerful, just as strong” as the U.S. military, as he promised during his campaign. You may remember that chilling speech in Colorado Springs:

"We cannot continue to rely on our military in order to achieve the national security objectives that we've set. We've got to have a civilian national security force that's just as powerful, just as strong, just as well-funded."

If the so-called GIVE Act is passed in its present form, groups like ACORN and Jessie Jackson's PUSH will receive multi-million-dollar grants for lobbying, community organizing, protests, strikes – and just about any other activity they believe would further their hard left agenda. And that would mean your tax dollars would be used to pass legislation and elect politicians you absolutely oppose!

Fortunately, Sen. Jim DeMint has introduced a vital amendment to GIVE that would prohibit “advocacy” groups or groups co-located with advocacy groups from receiving any assistance under the Act. The DeMint Amendment would automatically prohibit any organization “engaged in legislative advocacy” – or working hand in hand with such organizations -- from receiving assistance under the GIVE Act. And that, of course, is exactly how it should be.

Leftwing groups and blogs are flooding the Senate with angry demands that the DeMint Amendment be defeated. They know it could cost them hundreds of millions of your tax dollars – and prevent them from using your money to disrupt our entire political system.

That's why I am asking you to join me in matching them call for call. We must fight them on the blogosphere as well. You have the power to expose this bill for what it is—a shame! Time is of the essence. The DeMint Amendment prohibiting advocacy organizations from receiving assistance under the GIVE Act could come up for a vote at any moment. We still have time to keep this language in the bill. But, we must act now!

Please contact your Senators immediately and let them know how the DeMint Amendment's prohibition on nonprofit advocacy will help saves billions of tax dollars and prevent leftwing organizations from corrupting our political system. Tell them to vote to keep the DeMint Amendment in the bill -- and keep your tax dollars from going to groups whose policies and politics you oppose.

I hope many of you will spring into action on this as soon as possible.

LIBERTY ALERT! Pelosi Introduces Socialized Care

Word has come this afternoon that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has stated that the new bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on healthcare will include a provision mandating government control.

Thus, the dire predictions of so-called 'alarmists' who warned of sinister intentions behind the push for 'healthcare reform' are turning out to be 100% correct.

This bill is not simply about expanding 'access' to care for uninsured Americans. This is an outright attempt to insure that government runs the healthcare system, or in other words, 'socialized medicine.'

Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/26/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

From Gun Rights Examiner: 'A Black Man With A Gun--An Interview with Kenn Blanchard.' This is a real-time online interview where you can ask questions. Read it and ask your question, if you have one.

Mike McCarville reports that 65 pro-gun Democrats just may have stopped the push toward gun control during this session of Congress.

Western Rifle Shooters Association puts it succinctly on the Obama administration with, 'Don't Say You Weren't Warned.'

The Wandering Minstrel reports good news from Long Beach, California on the defeat of an ammunition registration ordinance.

From Hofmann's St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner: 'Erasing the Second Amendment?'

Say Uncle says that the vast majority of the American people are not buying the Obama-Clinton line that Mexican drug cartels are getting their guns from legitimate American sources.

Pax Parabellum has more on the Mexican crisis.

Sipsy Street Irregulars comments on the fact that the outcry from citizens put a stop to the Missouri outrage, where law-enforcement was ready to consider persons just as Glenn Beck, Ron Paul, and militia members 'terrorists.'

Nicki writes about the new law that forces people to 'volunteer' in national service. An Orwellian nightmare.

Sebastian provides good reading entitled, 'Sophie's Constitutional Choice.'

JR says he can't go to the annual NRA Meetings and Blog Bash due to an unfortunate turn of events, and he has a room at the hotel which someone can get if they haven't already obtained accommodations.

Roberta X points to some Chinese saber-rattling on the heels of their call for a new world currency to replace the dollar.

From 21 Guns Salute: 'The Math of American Death During Revolution.'

Armed Citizen posts a very important read on racist indoctrination in America. Read it all.

Alphecca has the good news that another gun control bill in Illinois has failed.

Blogstitution has a great post today on using the courts as a political weapon, particularly as the Left is doing in order to bring Sarah Palin to financial ruin.

Ride Fast and Shoot Straight posts info on a free one-year membership to the NRA, complete with a ton of membership benefits. Take a look.

Tam nails it with her question to Democrats who took control of Congress in 2006 promising 'fiscal responsibility.'

Robb Allen provides a MUST-read with 'Obama to Require Steelers to Redistribute Their Super-Bowl Trophies.'

Texas Fred points to the latest example of foreign policy lunacy to emanate from the haunted head of Barack Obama.

The Rustmeister has the video of a true stalwart of liberty from Great Britain giving British Prime Minister Gordon Brown a verbal slap-down.

Days of our Trailers posts updated info on tonight's big gun debate on WGN Radio.

From Insight on Freedom: 'America's Crossing of the Rubicon.' Read it all!

Walls of the City points to the fact that the Obamanoids devalued the dollar by making one big verbal blooper...this is getting to be a regular thing.

Way Up North reports that Christians all over the U.S. are so disturbed by Obama and his administration that they are engaging in 'fasting and prayer' for America to be saved from socialism.

Sobering Thoughts on Newspaper Bailouts

The bill introduced in Congress to bail out failing newspapers with tax dollars is a terrible idea for several reasons.

These reasons are discussed in my column today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Thanks in advance for reading it.

LIBERTY ALERT! National Service Becomes Law

Rubber-stamping a House bill approved earlier, the U.S. Senate approved an Obama-initiated measure creating a mandatory 'national service corp.'

Obama was expected to quickly sign the measure into law.

And thus begins our historic first experiment as a nation with a Nazi-like 'youth service league,' which Hitler began prior to WWII to train footsoldiers for the march toward 'national socialism,' which was known at the time as fascism.

Here is the news report concerning the bill.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/25/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

The Liberal Heretic thoroughly fisks Obama and Geithner over their brazen economic power-grab.

Say Uncle has the must-read of the day on the government scam of seizing, at gunpoint, the banks and forcing them accept TARP funds. Now they want to expand this beyond banks. Read it all.

Texas Fred has more on this highly dangerous proposal.

Days of our Trailers says that 'Snuffy' Pfleger is back in the news, and wait till you see what he said about teaching gun safety!

The Rustmeister reports that our 'friends' over at VPC have an FFL!!

Conservative Libertarian Outpost has more on the story we reported this morning about widespread fraud and corruption at ACORN. This is Obama's baby, and it appears that insiders are now blowing the whistle on the fraudulent group that just may have stolen the election for Obama!

The Bobo Files points to a very good reason why the Second Amendment should be protected from Obama and company.

Mike Vanderboegh reports that he is the latest target of hate-filled vitriol over at the Daily Kos, that bastion of leftwing nuttery.

JR posts some interesting info on firearms related bills that he says should be opposed in Texas, thus proving that even in Texas the antis are on the march.

Walls of the City has some significant news regarding Obama's plummeting approval ratings in the polls.

Sebastian reports that one of my favorite people, Sarah Palin, is being attacked by her detractors in the financial realm. They are trying to ruin her financially. Take a look.

Tam posts a real hum-dinger today on violations of the Constitution. Whatever you do, don't pass up reading this one!

Ahab has a wrap-up and audio of last night's edition of Gun Nuts Radio, if you missed it.

Robb Allen says that Obama has goofed up so many times we don't need to go reporting inaccuracies about it. With that in mind, it seems I must retract my story earlier in the week concerning Obama's letter to Jacques Chirac. It looks as if it never happened. Sorry about that.

It seems that Ride Fast and Shoot Straight has a problem with being muzzled. Read it for the context.

Pax Parabellum presents a scary scenario with 'You Must Welcome Your New Chinese Overlords.'

Alphecca has news on a bill that would protect Veterans' civil rights.

Free in Idaho makes an excellent point about Obama's tendency to pass the buck--to the former President.

Roberta X provides us with some smokin' hot criticism of the 'idiot in chief.'

Michelle Malkin publishes her syndicated column today, and it delves into the ominous plan by Obama to fund and start a new 'national service corp.'

David Codrea reports he will be on Freedom Fighter Radio tonight at 9 PM. Take a look for details.

From Codrea's Gun Rights Examiner: 'Blame Criminal, Not Guns for Oakland Shootings.'

Armed and Safe posts complete info on the upcoming national anti-gun debate on WGN Radio. Take a look for date and time.

From Hofmann's St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner: 'So What If They are Weapons of War?'

Obama Gets Hammered by the Press

Finally, Barack Obama was asked some tough questions by a skeptical media Tuesday night as he attempted to defend his economic proposals.

The problem is that Obama's answers are tantamount to economic voodoo.

And this is my subject of discussion today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Thank-you for reading it and passing it along!

"Why Big Cities Want Gun Control"

In short, it's all about control and dependence. For politicians, it means more control and power over the lives of citizens. For the citizens, it is the perfect example of the mindset of dependence--letting others care for me is better than me caring for myself.

Read this entire thought-provoking report here.

Whistleblowers Implicate ACORN!

The allegations were so shocking, so pervasive, and so serious that even Democrats on Capitol Hill called for a full investigation of ACORN--Barack Obama's supposed 'voter registration organization.'

Insiders in the organization told a House subcommittee that there is widespread fraud, intimidation tactics, and outright violations of federal law by ACORN officials.

Back during the campaign I warned repeatedly that ACORN was going to steal the election for Barack Obama. In fact, when I suggested after the election that this is exactly what had happened, I was immediately berated as an 'alarmist' and told that the 'the margin of victory for Obama was too large for fraud to have been involved.'

Not when you have a national organization that used its influence in voter registration to employ tactics that made sure Obama received millions of votes that were tainted!

Read the entire report here.

Bush Vindicated by Revelation of Uranium Shipments

Former President George W. Bush has apparently been vindicated by the revelation of secret shipments of uranium from Iraq to Canada, dating back to the regime of Saddam Hussein prior to the U.S. intervention.

CNN is reporting that 500 tons of low-grade uranium was secretly shipped out of Iraq with the full cooperation of the Canadian government.

Uranium is a key ingredient in the making of nuclear weapons.

Thus, it is apparent that the claim that 'nothing was found in Iraq' which could be connected with the making of weapons of mass destruction is clearly wrong.

My hunch is that Bush knew much more about the danger the U.S. and the world faced--but chose not to disclose such information for national security purposes.

LIBERTY ALERT! Secrets of BO's Civilian Force

The U.S. House of Representatives gave its approval for Barack Obama to form a new civilian national security force in a piece of legislation called 'GIVE.'

This act is replete with many references to 'mandatory volunteer service,' nevermind the Orwellian newspeak.

Secrets contained in this piece of legislation should be enough to make any thinking American cringe. This is NOT merely an innocuous attempt at some sort of honorable national service opportunity for patriotic Americans. It is a blatant attempt by Obama to form a youth movement reminiscent of Hitler's organization prior to WWII.

For the complete inside scoop on this, please read THIS.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/24/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Sipsy Street Irregulars has two great reads, the first being Patrick Henry's 'Give me Liberty or Give me Death' speech, and the second being a rather provocative yard sign that got the locals in an uproar.

David Codrea announces he will be on the radio early this evening to discuss 'ammunition accountability.'

David's Gun Rights Examiner column says that the Oakland cop killings show that gun control is useless.

Armed and Safe wonders if all that spinning has made the Brady Campaign for gun confiscation dizzy...

Hofmann's St. Louis Gun Rights Examiner posts a column, the title of which says it all--'Militia Members are not Terrorists.'

Western Rifle Shooters Association blogs on some 'non-options' in the current political and economic climate.

Conservative Libertarian Outpost has the absolute MUST-read of the day as he thoroughly fisks Obama's rewriting of the Bill of Rights on the White House website. Do yourself a big favor and read it all!

Texas Fred reports that the parolee in the Oakland cop killings is linked to rape.

Days of our Trailers has news on an anti-gun media debate coming up Thursday on the radio.

The Rustmeister points to a series of articles about 'Oath Keepers.'

Sebastian reports the ominous news that more and more groups are using Mexico as an excuse for calling for gun bans.

Say Uncle points to a buffoon who believes that some people should be exempt from the very gun laws they passed for the masses.

Robb Allen has an excellent post on why he scoffs at gun laws.

Breda announces a VERY special guest for tonight's edition of Gun Nuts Radio. This is shaping up to be a good one!

Rev. Kharma provides essential reading on the Obama administration, entitled, 'What Will Be Next?'

Pax Parabellum opines on an apparent hoplophobic restaurant owner in Tennessee. Walls of the City has apparently weighed in on the issue as well.

Mr. Completely posts a highly informative read on stimulus projects state-by-state. Take a look.

Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership has Kirby Ferris' latest article, entitled, 'Is There Still Time?' Read it all.

Occupied Nashville blogs on the ammo called the 12GA from Hell!

Walls of the City reports that a town in New York is actually considering declaring Martial Law!

Why Conservatives Bristle

This is the era in which traditional conservatives bristle.

Limited government conservatives such as myself will bristle whether Obama fails or succeeds. The reason? The principles that made this country great are being abandoned.

And this is my topic today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Thank-you very much for supporting this endeavor by clicking on the link.

Second Amendment News Roundup for 3/23/09

Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:

Conservative Libertarian Outpost reports the demise of the Colorado branch of Media Matters, the ultra Leftwing group funded by socialist billionaire George Soros.

Pax Parabellum comments on Obama's letter to former French President Jacques Chirac.

Tam blogs on some things she found at the Indy 1500 Gun and Knife Show over the weekend.

Brigid provides appropriate pictorial commentary on 'diversity' when it comes to guns.

CarteachO writes about one flaw in an otherwise excellent handgun, the S&W Military & Police 9c.

David Codrea announces an important interview coming up on Thursday--'Black Man With a Gun.' Don't miss it.

Robb Allen reports some interesting news about explosives.

Walls of the City nails it with his comments on Obama's plan to raise taxes on energy, resulting in an increase of $1800 per year per household in energy costs.

Say Uncle says that MSNBC has done yet another hit piece against guns.

Kurt Hofmann has a very important piece that shows that the push for assault weapons bans is based upon lies. Read it all.

Sebastian provides an interesting report on gun sales in central Pennsylvania.

Nicki muses on how to prevent a tragedy in light of the Oakland cop killing.

Alphecca points to the inane reporting of ABC News on this tragedy.

From Western Rifle Shooters Association: "Thomas Paine Speaks."

Traction Control has the story of yet another victim of the government's refusal to control the southern border.

Ride Fast and Shoot Straight writes about an obviously confused California sheriff who says that personal protection is an insufficient reason for concealed carry.

21 Guns Salute has a must-see entitled, 'Patience.'

Mindful Musings posts what just may be the best political cartoon ever!

Free in Idaho presents us with the quote of the day, and it's a good one! Take a look.

Breda says she wants to 'wipe that smile right off his face.' This you gotta see.

Dr. John Lott comments on the insanity of Obama's idea to regulate the pay of ALL bank executives.

From Days of our Trailers: "Lasers, Railguns, and Robots, Oh My."

Bloviating Zeppelin discovered, while going through his recently-deceased father's things, a letter written by his grandfather to his dad. It is a must-read. And there is much here about liberty and patriotism.

Insight on Freedom issues a plea for lots of missionaries to be sent to America, in light of the fact that socialism seems to be gaining ground.

The War on Guns reports breaking news that Obama has essentially rewritten the Second Amendment on the official 'politburo' website. This is a MUST-read!

David also reports that Examiner web pages have been down today. He points to an alternative site for the gun examiners.

Snubbing Our Allies, Befriending Terrorists

Why would a U.S. President snub our closest allies while befriending terrorist regimes around the world?

This is my subject of discussion today at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

Either Obama is a complete buffoon who is incapable of grasping the most elementary principles of foreign policy, or his actions depict a much more sinister plan. In either case his actions are placing the nation at great peril.

Orlando Taxpayer Revolt Attracts 4000!

The Tea Party taxpayer revolt that is spreading nationwide is growing by leaps and bounds.

Orlando, Florida was the site of one of the most recent tea parties, and, according to the Orlando Sentinel, 4000 people showed up to protest Barack Obama's reckless spending spree.

Read the complete story here.

Obama Snubs Yet Another U.S. Ally

This is beginning to happen so often it's ridiculous as well as embarrassing.

Not only is Obama satisfied with insulting Britain (twice), Israel, and cozying up to terrorist regimes in the Middle East, but now he has insulted French President Nicolas Sarkozy.

It seems that our illustrious idiot-in-chief wrote an official letter to FORMER French President Jacques Chirac, pledging to 'work with the former President.'

Jacques Chirac, the man who opposed the U.S. at every turn, the man who was responsible for providing Saddam Hussein with Iraq's first nuclear reactor, is to be preferred over the current French President...that is, inside the delusional head of Barack Obama.

If we don't impeach this son of a bitch we are going to alienate ALL of our allies in lieu of befriending barbaric Islamic regimes such as Iran!

"Obama's Communist Attraction"

Learning from J. Edgar Hoovers, “A Study Of Communism,” the parallels between the attractions of communism presented (economic, sociological, political and psychological) and the current Obama administrations appeal are startling. Hopefully this may help those who worship the dangerous administration, reflect on just what it is they are being led to. The destruction of every freedom they now take for granted.

There is absolutely no doubt that Obama has an affinity for Communist ideals. This article lays out in striking detail the systematic plan of Obama and company to infringe on the liberties of American citizens.

Ron Paul Predicts 15-Year Depression

U.S. Congressman and former GOP Presidential candidate Ron Paul has predicted a 15-year depression due to the current economic policies and the cumulative effect of the economic polices of the past few decades.

The Congressman maintains that no investment that is deemed by experts as 'safe' is actually safe.

As an advocate for small government and fiscal responsibility, Dr. Paul has been a consistent critic of the expansion of big government and the reckless spending of tax dollars by the current administration.

Read the rest of the Dr. Paul's views on the economy here.

Rating Obama on the Issues

According to my ratings on 10 key issues, it is my opinion that Barack Obama is well on his way to becoming the worst President in U.S. history, even worse than Jimmy Carter and Warren G. Harding.

And this is my subject in today's column at Columbia Conservative Examiner.

I deeply appreciate your willingness to read this daily column and spread the word to others.

Get Set to Pay $1800 in Higher Energy Costs

Barack Obama has admitted that his plan to raise taxes on energy will result in an average increase of $1800 per year per household.

This means that our electric and gas bills will skyrocket through the roof.

Read this stunning report here.

Do you still believe that Obama is really going to lower the taxes of the middle class? Just wait until you start paying for these Democrat-initiated tax increases on energy in a couple of years.

And the gall that they display in rolling out this plan in the middle of a severe recession is simply unconscionable, proving once again that Obama and company are not one bit concerned about the middle class or the poor or anything else but advancing an agenda.

And that agenda is to force Americans to conserve by taxing the hell out of them. Thus, we freeze in the winter and roast in the summer...just like the good little environmentalist wackos want us to do.

They will then take all of that money that they confiscate from the taxpayers and pour it into environmentalist-wacko approved energy sources. Solar, big wind, ethanol, and hydrogen fuel cell will all benefit. But oil, gas, coal, and nuclear will suffer.

Another Obama Anti-Gun Political Operative

Information is slowly emerging concerning rabid anti-gun operatives working just under the radar screen in the Obama administration. Mike McCarville had identified yet another one.

Obama's Secretary of Education is Arne Duncan, who ran Chicago's public school system. Other than the fact that Obama chose a person for the top post who ran a horribly failing system of education in Chicago, it seems Duncan is one of the 'true believers' who claim that the issue of guns is a 'public health issue,' and thus he would reach into your home if he could to rob you of the right to have them.

Duncan is one of many within the Obama administration who have a long history of extremist views on gun rights, meaning that they are totally against the right of citizens to own them.

Read the entire report at the link above.