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American Education: Child Indoctrination, Struggle Sessions and Debt Slavery
Submitted by: David Williamson
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Seemingly overnight, a large segment of America has gone insane. We�re not talking about the culture of paranoia and safety that has metastasized in the wake of COVID-19 hysteria. We�re talking about the ideological shift, particularly on cultural issues, that has occurred since the start of the Obama Administration.

To pick an easy example, it would have been fairly uncontroversial even five years ago to say that men should not be allowed to compete in women�s sports, regardless of what they might subjectively �identify as.� And yet, this is now a subject contention across a number of sports, including mixed martial arts and powerlifting.

House Anti-Gunners Want Biden Executive Action on Guns Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://libertyparkpress.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
House Democrats led by Reps. Mike Thompson, Val Demings, Joe Neguse and Ed Perlmutter sent a letter to Joe Biden asking for �Executive Action to regulate concealable assault-style rifles, like the firearm used in the recent tragedy in Boulder, Colorado.� According to a news release from Thompson�s office, the letter was signed by 101 of their colleagues.

More Self-Defense Gun Stories
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Responsible gun owners defended themselves, but you didn't see it covered in the news. Instructor Lauren Hartnett joins host Rob Morse to talk about four recent examples.

Are you armed in your home during the day?
Are you armed as you drive your car?
Are you armed in your hotel room as you travel?
Are you armed at work?

These gun owners survived a lethal threat. What should you do in their place? Text and podcast available at the link. (23 minute audio)

Switzerland: Woman who exercised self-defense against husband granted asylum by Switzerland
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Switzerland has granted political asylum to a woman from Turkey who killed her husband in an act of self-defense.

Yasemin �akal in 2014 killed his husband �zkan Kaynaklı, who had been systematically violent with her. Put in prison after the killing, she was released in July 2017, after the court concluded that there was no reason for punishment "for a crime that she committed under fear and thrill."

Later, an upper court overturned the decision and gave a prison sentence to her.

CA: 22 states fight California gun restrictions, urge Ninth Circuit to rule against large-capacity magazine ban
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A coalition of 22 states, led by the Republican attorneys general of Arizona and Louisiana, is urging the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to again rule against California�s controversial attempt to ban high-capacity magazines, after the court agreed to reconsider its decision to rule it unconstitutional.

"California politicians are at it again, convinced that their agendas should override the Constitutional rights of the people," said Attorney General Mark Brnovich, a Republican, in a statement, announcing the filing of an amicus brief. "Attempts to undermine the Second Amendment or any of our civil rights and liberties should be met with deep skepticism and vigorous opposition."

CA: Gun control: �There is no reason for hunters or target shooters to use automatic weapons and high capacity ammo clips�
Submitted by: Mark A. Taff
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School shootings and other mass shootings typically are carried out with the infamous AR-15 weapon. This is also referred to as assault rifles. They are automatic rapid firing long barrel weapons. The famous variant is the M-16 combat rifle used by military since the Vietnam War.

What I believe should happen with all the variants of the �assault rifle�, is that they should be illegal for civilian possession and use. There are other options for hunting and target shooting. I don�t think they are necessary for hunting ducks or deer. The other sensible controls should be making high capacity ammo clips illegal to manufacture or possess.

OR: Mandatory Firearm Storage Legislation Scheduled for a Floor Vote Tomorrow
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House Bill 2510, sponsored by Representative Rachel Prusak (D-37), requires owners or possessors of firearms, to lock up their firearms and impose increased fines and strict liability penalties for failing to do so. This measure imposes one-size fits all government-mandated standards for storing a firearm, rendering a person�s firearm useless when needed for self-defense. This is a matter of personal responsibility, not government oversight. HB 2510 requires firearms to be locked when not in use, even at home, and during transportation. Failing to do so could cost you $500-$2,000 and result in misdemeanor charges for violations, which are imposed on each firearm.

WV: Bill restricting W.Va. police from enforcing new federal gun laws heads to committee
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A bill that would restrict state, county and city officers from helping enforce new federal gun laws will make it onto the West Virginia Senate Judiciary Committee in the coming week.

The West Virginia Legislature has multiple Second Amendment bills and right-to-bear arms resolutions in the legislative pipeline. Earlier this week, the Senate passed a resolution to block cities and counties from passing anything more restrictive than state law. It passed 33-1.

MS: Gun sales and self-defense training on the rise
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In 2020, the Federal Bureau of Investigation conducted more firearm background checks than any other year since the agency started tracking in 1998.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, gun sales have surged in the United States.

According to the FBI, nearly 39.7 million background checks for gun purchases were conducted in 2020, a 60% increase compared to 2019. This year, there was a record number of background checks in March alone. Three of the weeks are now in the top five spots since tracking started.

CO: Original intent and the Second Amendment Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There is 1 comment on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
In the wake of every gun-toting madman, and an ever-expanding body count, comes a host of voices raised in heated debate about the Second Amendment and the right to bear arms � as if the country�s founders can be held responsible for the carnage taking place in the nation�s schools, homes and public places.

CA: California resident takes home intruder�s gun and kills him, cops say
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A California man turned the tables on an armed home intruder, grabbing his gun and killing him, authorities said.

The incident occurred around 9:10 p.m. Tuesday at a house in the Mount Hope neighborhood of San Diego, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported.

Police Lt. Matt Dobbs said the 62-year-old homeowner returned to find two men waiting for him outside.

One of the men pointed a gun at the resident and demanded his belongings, Dobbs said.

SC: We must defend the Second Amendment from anti-gun laws Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A bill sponsored by S.C. Sen. Tom Corbin seeks to classify most able-bodied citizens over 17 as members of an unorganized militia to protect them from any new federal gun laws. This bill is similar to others introduced throughout the country that attempt to support and strengthen the Second Amendment in the face of threats to our right to keep and bear arms.

TX: Use of deadly force in Texas
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There are currently no charges filed against a woman who police say shot and killed an ex-boyfriend who was trying to get into her apartment Wednesday afternoon in Central Lubbock.

There is an indication there will not be any charges against her.

Police say 26-year-old Selena Carrion was punched in the face before her ex left her apartment and came back. The boyfriend, 26-year-old Leroy Hammond-Williams, is said to have kicked in the door and grabbed her as she ran upstairs.

That is when, police say, Carrion shot and killed him.

TX: Texas Lt. Gov. Patrick pushes gun rights after calling for tighter background checks in wake of 2019 massacres
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Now in the first legislative session since the massacres, Patrick is prioritizing bills that would expand protections for gun owners and sellers.

The shift is one example of an apparent GOP retreat from promises to consider gun reform in wake of the shootings that killed 30 people.

It highlights the political sway gun interests maintain in Texas, even as polls indicate a majority of voters would support stricter firearm laws.

It�s a Misperception That Firearms Aren�t Safe, Gun Shop Owner Says
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Geneva Solomon is co-owner of Redstone Firearms in Burbank and Ontario, California, where she and her husband not only sell firearms but teach gun safety.

Solomon joins the �Problematic Women� podcast to tell how she became passionate about gun ownership and safety. She also discusses her recent testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee and why universal background checks will not lead to fewer crimes committed with guns.

TX: Could Texas become a Second Amendment Sanctuary State? Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There is 1 comment on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A bill in the Texas House is trying to make Texas a Second Amendment Sanctuary State. A second amendment sanctuary state is defined as a state that has adopted laws or resolutions that prohibit the enforcement of certain gun control measures.

AZ: Maricopa County Sheriff Penzone questions purpose of Arizona gun bill Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There is 1 comment on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
The Arizona Senate on Tuesday voted to prohibit police and sheriffs from enforcing federal gun laws that violate the Second Amendment. HB 2111 passed the House and moves on to Gov. Doug Ducey. �I�m just a little bit confused as to what value it offers. It�s arbitrary,� Penzone said.

AR: State Senate approves blocking U.S. gun laws Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There is 1 comment on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Legislation that would block local law enforcement officials from enforcing certain federal gun laws and regulations handily won the approval of the Arkansas Senate on Wednesday afternoon. The Senate voted 28-7 to approve Senate Bill 298 by Sen. Gary Stubblefield, R-Branch, sending the measure to the House for further consideration.

Five myths about guns
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The National Shooting Sports Foundation, which represents the firearms industry, estimated that 8.4 million people purchased a gun for the first time in 2020. Interestingly, newer gun owners are more likely to identify as liberal than long-standing gun owners. Membership in groups such as Liberal Gun Owners has surged. And if their numbers grow, they could shake up the long-standing linkages between gun rights politics and the Republican Party � especially amid the recent bankruptcy of the National Rifle Association.

SC: Sen. Lindsey Graham visits Greenville shooting range to support Second Amendment Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There is 1 comment on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham visited Palmetto State Armory in Greenville Thursday to show his support for the Second Amendment, according to a release from his office.

WY: Senate Approves Permitless Carry Strengthening Legislation Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
House Bill 116 expands Wyoming�s permitless carry law, which has been in effect since 2011, to all law-abiding adults, not just Wyoming residents who have resided in the state for at least six months. This ensures that visitors and new residents have their right to self-defense without government red tape or delays.

CA: Committee Hearing Gun Tax & Further Restrictions on Gun Shows Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
On April 6th, the Assembly Public Safety Committee is hearing Assembly Bill 1223, to tax firearms and ammunition, and Assembly Bill 311, to restrict firearm "precursor parts" from display or sale at gun shows. Please contact committee members and ask them to OPPOSE AB 1223 and AB 311.

ME: What is a Second Amendment Sanctuary? Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: http://www.marktaff.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
More and more communities are looking at becoming Second Amendment Sanctuaries, but what exactly does that mean? �They just feel proud to be able to carry that flag,� said Robert Kilcollins, a Fort Fairfield town counselor. �I probably take it more for that than for the resolution. I don�t know but if this is all it took to give the American people hope...�