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The unreasonable gun-banners
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"In the months following the U.S. Supreme Court's 2008 ruling in District of Columbia vs. Heller that the Second Amendment precludes outright bans on firearms, but does allow room for some regulation, gun prohibitionists altered their mantra, but not their ultimate goal of removing guns from private hands."

"The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, which should call itself the Campaign to Prevent Gun Ownership, repeated ad nauseum that the high court's ruling allowed "reasonable regulation" of firearms. The problem facing America's gun owners is what a prohibitionist would define as reasonable is anything but." ...

Anti-hunting cosmetics firm uses human guinea pigs
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... "We, all of us, come from hunter-gatherers. But we've 'evolved' beyond the need for such barbaric practices as hunting, or even eating meat and using any animal products, we are told--or perhaps the more appropriate term would be 'dictated to,' since the faction that breaks today's laws is working on bending all of us to their will with tomorrow's. That we're all a sustained natural/man-made grid failure away from rediscovering our roots is something the herbivores among us would rather not contemplate--it sours the cud." ...

Americans Should be Allowed to Have Guns, Say Large Majorities
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"Large majorities of Americans feel that they should be allowed to have guns. At the same time, pluralities of Americans favor stricter control of guns, particularly hand guns, although this number has decreased significantly in the past few years."

"These are some of the findings of a Harris Poll� survey of 2,503 U.S. adults surveyed online between May 10 and 17, 2010 by Harris Interactive." ...

"Large majorities of U.S. adults think that Americans should be allowed to have rifles or shotguns (80%) and hand-guns (74%). Fewer, but still substantial numbers, think that unconcealed (or 'open carry') weapons (50%) and concealed weapons (45%) should be allowed. ..." ...

Hey Newsday: Microstamping Guns is Not Like Fingerprinting
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"A Newsday editorial yesterday promoted passage of a bill in the New York State Senate that would have required firearms manufacturers to stamp identification information on the firing pin of every gun sold in the state." ...

"Newsday's support for this microstamping bill was misguided because the stamping technology does not work and can easily be defeated. Newsday called the microstamping process 'fingerprinting' firearms, but unlike fingerprints the markings imprinted onto the cartridge will change over time, due to wear, cleaning, corrosion, and normal use ..."

"Placing a microscopic mark on a firing pin is like placing a car's vehicle identification number (VIN) on the tire tread. It just doesn't stand up." ...

The Biennial Meeting Of States, And The Arms Trade Treaty
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"Two major meetings, possibly affecting American gun owners' rights, will occur at the United Nations (UN) in New York over the next several weeks. They are the Fourth Biennial Meeting of States to Consider the Implementation of the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms in all its Aspects, ('BMS4') June 14-18, and the Arms Trade Treaty Preparatory Committee ('ATT Prep. Com.') July 12-23. The NRA will be fully and actively involved in these meetings." ...

Thank NRA
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"I would like to address this letter to all Americans who believe in the Second Amendment, who might not be members of the National Rifle Association but who might ask themselves: 'What does the NRA do for me?'"

"They can thank the NRA for the Supreme Court's ruling against the District of Columbia's ban on handguns and armed self-defense in the home. They also can thank the NRA for helping the case before the court challenging Chicago�s ban and demanding that the Second Amendment apply to all state and local governments." ...
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Submitter's Note: Actually the NRA did everything they could to try and derail the Second Amendment Foundation and DC v. Heller. The NRA also had nothing to do with the McDonald case until the SAF had ushered it through to the Supreme Court, at which point the NRA hijacked a third of the SAF's argument time.

Daley considers other options if Chicago's handgun ban is overturned
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"As Chicago awaits a U.S. Supreme Court ruling this month that could overturn its 28-year-old handgun ban, City Hall is considering a host of countermeasures that might set off another round of legal fights with gun advocates."

"In an interview with the Chicago Tribune, Mayor Richard Daley acknowledged an uphill battle against the gun industry, which he described as the most powerful lobby in the United States. Even so, he vowed that in the event residents are allowed to have handguns at home, the city would take steps to ensure that officials can account for the weapons." ...

A holster with a window? Not for me! Submitted by: Bruce W. Krafft	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
"Others are discussing the NRA endorsement of Harry Reid and John McCain, and NRA's support of a gag bill in the House." "I want to mention something I found at the NRA Store, and the reason I recommend against this item. It is a belt slide holster, with a window for a handgun permit. ..." "Picture this scenario:" ...

Praxis: Source for packboards
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"A tip of the boonie hat to Threeper Lee F. for spotting this --"

"Sportsman's Guide has these Swiss military packboards:" ...
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Submitter's Note: I am a frequent customer of Sportsman's Guide and have never been disappointed in their products or their service. If you anticipate buying lots from them it makes sense to become a member of their Buyer's Club. You get 10% off all merchandise and frequent $5 and $10 coupons (which must be used separately, darn it!).

Another victory for the bulletproof NRA
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"Even with Democrats in control of Washington, the National Rifle Association usually gets what it wants."

"Long regarded as one of the most powerful lobbying groups in town, the GOP-friendly NRA has had a remarkable series of political victories in recent months that underscore its continuing influence on Capitol Hill -- no matter which party holds the reins and no matter what policy issues are involved."

"The latest example came this week, when House Democrats announced a deal exempting the NRA and a handful of other large nonprofit groups from donor disclosure requirements in a proposed campaign-finance law. In exchange, the NRA agreed to back down from fomenting opposition to the bill." ...

MI: Exhibitionists may bring us tougher laws
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"Is it legal for two men wearing nothing more than thong swimsuits to parade through a city park crowded with families attending a festival?"

"Sure, it's probably legal. Not smart, but legal."

"And is it legal for two men to walk through the same festival with handguns strapped to their hips?"

"Sure, it's probably legal. Not smart, but legal." ...

"Let's be clear, there will be a public backlash before the average citizen accepts turning the clock back to the Wild West of the 1880s. If open carry becomes the latest fad, Michigan legislators may be compelled to enact more restrictive gun laws."

"If they do, the credit will belong with gun-toting exhibitionists."

PA: Killer�s right to bear arms leads to toddler�s murder
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"When it comes to firearms, some people refuse to face facts." ...

"Such seems to be the case with legislation aimed at eliminating a loophole in the state's right-to-carry concealed firearms law ..."

"Currently the law allows those who have been denied gun licenses or whose gun licenses have been revoked in Pennsylvania to carry guns using permits issued by other states." ...

"Delaware County residents need not look far to witness the carnage of guns. ..."

"The latest was that of 2-year-old Terrence Webster who was fatally shot in the head early Sunday morning when a gunman unleashed a barrage of bullets outside the Chester apartment where he lived ..." ...
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Submitter's Note: So the shooter had been denied a PA permit and was carrying on another state's permit? Or are these two topics completely unrelated except for the conflationary delusions of the hoplophobes of the editorial board?

MA: A lethal gun battle
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"Will it really kill legal gun owners if we restrict them to one gun purchase a month? It may kill children if we don't."

"In some neighborhoods, it�s as easy to get your hands on a pistol as on a bag of Cheetos. We�re battling an epidemic of gun violence in this state, with 14-year-olds dying. We have to do something about gangs. But we also have to do something about guns." ...

"Legislation being considered on Beacon Hill would limit gun buys to one every 30 days, making it impossible for traffickers to buy in bulk in Massachusetts. It wouldn't solve all our gun problems � not even close � but it would certainly help limit the local supply line." ...
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Submitter's Note: Not that being restricted to a single purchase per month hampered the VA Tech shooter. And in Mass. in the last 9 years, there have been 20 children 14 and under murdered with a gun and 5 times that many (103) murdered without a gun. Maybe the guns arn't the issue here?

RI: Fox that bit women tests positive for rabies
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FULL TEXT BELOW:

A fox that attacked and bit a Foster woman has tested positive for rabies, according to the Rhode Island Department of health.

The 20-year-old woman was in her yard on Walker Road Tuesday, when the fox showed up. According to her father, the animal bit the car, a garden hose, and the family dog, as well as his daughter.

He managed to shoot the fox.

The victim�s father said his daughter will begin to receive rabies vaccinations Tuesday afternoon. The treatment is expected to take 4-5 days.
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KABA Note: Better to shoot it before it bites someone, but better late than never.

OH: Man Returns Fire After Shooting
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"A group of unknown individuals fired shots at a man walking on Mount Vernon Avenue late Saturday night."

"According to police, at approximately 9:15 p.m. Saturday, 24-year-old Taiwain Johnson was walking in the area of 1512 Mt. Vernon Avenue when he noticed a purple Chevy Tahoe with several black male passengers."

"According to police reports, the vehicle turned a nearby corner and Johnson soon saw the males from the vehicle on foot between two abandoned houses. One of the men began firing shots in the direction of Johnson, who is a licensed CCW permit holder."

"Johnson drew his own handgun and returned fire in the direction of the suspects, who fled the scene." ...

VA: Two killed, teen wounded in Hampton shooting
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"Police are investigating a triple shooting that left two men dead and wounded a teenager."

"The shooting occurred late Monday night ... a resident of the home and two acquaintances were sitting inside a detached garage about 10:30 p.m. when three men wearing masks walked up with handguns."

"Gunfire erupted and two of the masked men were shot. One of them suffered several gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead inside the garage, police said this morning. The other was pronounced dead about 12:30 a.m. at a hospital."

"A 17-year-old, who had been sitting inside the garage with the resident, suffered a gunshot wound to his leg was taken to a hospital ... He is expected to recover." ...

GA: Tattoo shop owner kills would-be robber
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"The owner of an Atlanta tattoo parlor killed a would-be robber during a Tuesday evening confrontation in which at least 15 shots were fired ..."

"The attempted holdup occurred about 6 p.m. at West End Tattoo ..."

"'It appears three suspects came into the West End Tattoo parlor and attempted to rob the owner and at some point, the owner managed to retrieve his own weapon,' Maj. Keith Meadows told WSB-TV. 'It was at that point that the individuals exchanged gunfire.'"

"The owner, who had a 9mm handgun, fatally shot one suspect. 'The other two armed suspects fled the business on foot and remain at large,' ..."

"It is possible, but not confirmed, that the owner wounded one of those two suspects ..." ...

IA: Names released in fatal Waterloo robbery
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... "Police say Bolden and Sproles arrived around 2 a.m. when Sanders was getting ready to close. The men came in with guns and Sanders shot them ..."

"'The clerk was getting ready to close and two suspects burst in with guns and attempted to rob the place and the clerk was armed and returned fire and ultimately killed both suspects,' said Waterloo Police Chief Dan Trelka."

"Police say Sanders saw the men come in and grabbed a .44 caliber handgun. He shot both men, according to police. ..."

"Waterloo Police Captain Tim Pillack said the men clearly wanted to rob the store, and cited the fact that their mouths were covered with bandanas and refused to leave when the clerk told them to." ...

Home invasions are getting too common - are you prepared? - part 4
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"Saturday morning in Gatlinburg, a homeowner was shot in the leg by home invaders."

"The invaders were armed with semiautomatic handguns ..."

"Home invaders don't call ahead, so it is your responsibility to be prepared when they come calling."

"In my last article on home invasions, I talked about a selection of handguns that can be used effectively to combat invaders. Long guns, too, can be effectively used. From the simple to the sublime, long guns include everything from a .22 single shot, to the AR-15, to 12 guage shotguns."

"There is such a large selection of long guns, I will discuss a few with some pros and cons of each type." ...

Intel Memos Warn Radical Cleric's Call to Kill Americans May Inspire Attacks
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"Two new intelligence memos obtained by Fox News point to increasing alarm over radical cleric Anwar al-Awlaki's recent call to kill American civilians." ...

"The intelligence note stated that Awlaki 'affirmed his support for the actions of alleged Fort Hood shooter Major Nidal Hasan and alleged Northwest flight 253 bomber Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab. Aulaqi called for Muslims in the U.S. Army to follow the example of Major Hasan and also urged his supporters not to distinguish between U.S. military and U.S. civilian targets.' [emphasis added] ...
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Submitters note: Wake up people. Get a carry permit and use it. Too bad for people in restricted carry states.

TN: Home Invasion Victim Gets 911 Busy Signal
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"Chattanooga police say two men kicked in a senior citizen's front door and robbed him at gunpoint. But the East Lake man's most pressing concern was the busy signal he got when he called 9-1-1."

"78 year old Lebron ... Kendrick's phone works over Voice Over Internet Protocol."

"The F-C-C says that system has had problems connecting with 9-1-1 in the past. But E.P.B. says it has never had one." ...

"Kendrick says this happened around 4:00 this morning ... 'When I first dialed it, I got a busy signal two or three times.'"

"When he finally got through, this is what he told the 9-1-1 operator: 'Yeah I been broke into....' The operator asked: 'Is anybody there?' Kendrick responded: 'No, they're gone.'" ...

NRA exemption shows campaign disclosure bill's cynical, fatal flaws
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"The cynical decision this week by House Democrats to exempt the National Rifle Association from the latest campaign finance regulatory scheme is itself a public disclosure. It reveals the true purpose of the perversely named Disclose Act (H.R. 5175): namely, to silence congressional critics in the 2010 elections."

"The NRA 'carve-out' reaffirms the wisdom of the First Amendment's precise language: 'Congress shall make no law . . . abridging the freedom of speech.'"

"Congress can't help itself. Since 1798, with the Alien and Sedition Acts, incumbent politicians have yearned for legal duct tape for their opponents' mouths. The Disclose Act is a doozy of a muzzle." ...

The National Rifle Association's Excuse Holds No Water
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"The [NRA] and its supporters are pushing back against conservatives who have accused the NRA of selling out to the left. The NRA worked with Democrats to carve out an exception from a new anti-free speech piece of legislation."

"As the Wall Street Journal notes, 'Under the NRA carve-out in the House bill, the new rules won�t apply to any organizations that have been around for more than 10 years, have more than a million members and receive less than 15% of their funding from corporate donors. That fits the NRA nicely, though ... everyone else, from the Sierra Club to Planned Parenthood, fails to qualify.'"

"Push back from the NRA is very simple. The NRA claims it is a single issue organization ..." ...

Conservatives take on the NRA over deal on disclosure bill
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"Conservative groups are waging an 11th-hour campaign against the DISCLOSE Act, a bill written to amend campaign-finance law in the wake of the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision." ...

"The most visible critic of the deal is Myron Ebell, director of Freedom Action and a fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, who is encouraging conservatives to slam Congress with calls and e-mails. He is pointedly attacking the NRA for the carve-out."

"'The House appears to have scheduled a vote for tomorrow,' he said. 'They have the votes, and before the NRA sell-out, they did not have the votes. Look, it's one thing when a ship is sinking and you want to save your group. But the ship was not sinking until they did this.'" ...

Gun Owner Free Speech Gag Bill Moving in House
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"The ability of American citizens to communicate with their elected officials is one of the most important rights that help preserve our freedoms. In fact, of all the forms of speech protected by the First Amendment, political speech is at the top of the list."

"This is exactly what the Supreme Court said earlier this year ..."

"Now, in an effort to undo the victory at the Supreme Court, liberals in Congress are attempting to pass the so-called DISCLOSE Act, which would severely limit the ability of GOA to communicate to our members and the general public." ...

"Sadly ... some in the pro-gun community have abandoned the principle of protecting the free speech rights of all Americans, so long as their ox is not being gored ..." ...

Wall Street Journal Confirms NRA Sell-Out
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"Washington is ablaze with news about the NRA's abandonment of free speech."

"Some of you still may not believe the NRA could strike such a gruesome deal with Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi on the DISCLOSE Act, which is sponsored by the Senate's most shrill gun-hater, Chuck Schumer (D-NY)."

"Those of you still not convinced need to view this morning's Wall Street Journal editorial, which jumped into the fray, decrying the NRA's sell-out and pointing out that their exemption is not only dangerous but abandons their natural allies." ...

NRA flap proves Dems will do anything to keep power
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"Whether American gun owners and grassroots gun rights organizations should be angry with the National Rifle Association over the purported 'sell-out' on the so-called Disclose Act now before Congress is a hot Internet topic with popular sentiment going decidedly against the NRA."

"Much has been said � most of it bad for the NRA � since reports surfaced that the NRA had reached some kind of agreement with House Democrats on a proposed amendment to the legislation that would exempt the NRA from the bill's disclosure requirements. ..." ...

"Overlooked in all of this is the fact that this exemption would not have been offered by Democrats if the party was not in serious political trouble. ..." ...

The NRA to become the 'Only Ones' with free speech rights?
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"A frequent theme presented by National Gun Rights Examiner David Codrea is that of the 'Only Ones.' The main idea is to counter the assertion ... that the police are the 'Only Ones' sufficiently competent, responsible, and of good intent to be safely entrusted with firearms ..."

"A more general application of the 'Only Ones' concept is pointing out the injustice and illogic of bestowing upon any class of people greater freedom to enjoy any fundamental right, than is permitted us 'average' folks. ... Liberty for the elite only is no liberty at all."

"A deal worked out between the NRA and House Democrats would bestow upon the NRA just such a preferred status with regard to exercise of the freedom of speech." ...

NRA Makes a Terrible Deal
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"Groups oppose NRA exemption ... Forty-five public interest groups expressed opposition on Wednesday to a Democratic bill requiring greater disclosure in campaign financing, saying an exemption for the powerful National Rifle Association was unjust. 'There is no legitimate justification for privileging the speech of one entity over another, or of reducing the burdens of compliance for the biggest organization yet retaining them for the smallest,' they wrote Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi." ...

NRA Sells Out Grassroots To Congressional Anti-Gunners
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"The NRA is fully prepared to sell out grassroots gun organizations across the nation, including VCDL, to the anti-gun Democratic leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives by not fighting a bill that will gag the free speech of those who criticize members of Congress."

"The NRA, in a news release, has said it will turn a blind eye to H.R. 5175, the DISCLOSE Act, since it exempts the NRA."

"Bottom line: the NRA has been bought off." ...

Sharron Angle: 'Second Amendment Remedies'
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"Nevada's Tea Party and GOP candidate Sharron Angle is under scrutiny again."

"This time the criticism comes after remarks made by Ms. Angle at an interview earlier in January."

"In a radio interview last January, she floated the idea that the public would bring down an out-of-control Congress by resorting to 'Second Amendment remedies.'"

"What this means, one can only guess."

"But, here's a guess. It means taking up arms and revolting. If that is the case (and it may not), Ms. Angle has plenty of explaining to do. Yet, since the clip surfaced, there has been no comment from the Angle campaign." ...
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Submitter's Note: It is not 'revolution' if we just want the gov't to obey the Constitution.

Some Americans Grow More Fond of Tea Party
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"Some people in the United States are becoming more enthusiastic about the National Tea Party, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 29 per cent of respondents expect the movement to have a positive effect on American politics, up six points since March." ...

"Earlier this year, several candidates backed by the Tea Party movement won Republican Party primaries, including U.S. Senate candidates Rand Paul in Kentucky ..."

"On Jun. 12, Paul discussed his views on gun ownership, saying, 'We must be ever vigilant of our Second Amendment rights. We must continually remind Washington that a majority cannot vote to take away our Second Amendment rights.'" ...

TN: Ramsey shares views on guns, other issues
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"If you don�t support the Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America, are there, perhaps, some other freedoms you�re not too fond of either?"

"Tennessee's Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey posed the question Friday evening at Joe's Steakhouse near Union City. The question was aimed not as his audience � many of whom were members of the local chapter of Tennessee Firearms Association ... � but at other candidates. Those include his opponents in the August primary election, in which the GOP candidate for governor will be decided, and in the November balloting, when voters will choose between the Republican�s pick and the lone Democrat in the race, Mike McWherter of Jackson." ...

OH: Kasich has chutzpah, if not NRA backing
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"Now that Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland has become the darling of the [NRA], and his gubernatorial contender John Kasich has revealed himself as a pacifistic 'Bible guy,' it might be time for the latter to give up his coveted cot at Dick Cheney's hunting camp."

"Who'd have thunk it? Ohio governor, Methodist minister, pacifist and psychologist Strickland has just been planted with a big kiss from the [NRA], a lip-lock usually reserved for devotees of small arms and overstuffed game pouches."

"Trust me, I'm as willing to stand behind the Second Amendment as its supporters are willing to line up behind the First. That said, who can lose sight of the fact that we are living in some truly strange political times in this nation?" ...

NY: Mayor Bloomberg's handgun measure shelved before Albany vote
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"Gun-loving Republicans and a handful of Democrats delivered a stinging rebuke Tuesday to Mayor Bloomberg's campaign against illegal handguns."

"Despite the mayor's intense lobbying with his GOP allies, the Senate refused to pass a measure that would require some bullet casings to carry unique markings."

"Senate leaders hurriedly withdrew the measure moments before it was about to be defeated - which would have been a big embarrassment for Bloomberg." ...

KS: Topekans continued allowance to open-carry guns
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"Topekans' right to openly carry a loaded gun was upheld tonight by the city council."

"It was standing room only in the council chambers Tuesday night as more than 200 citizens gathered to voice their opinion on the open-carry gun law."

"Gun enthusiasts said banning open-carry rights would be a violation of the second amendment."

"While those wanting the ban claimed more guns on the streets is not a good idea."

"But not just anyone can carry a gun in Topeka. State regulations restrict the following from the the open-carry:" ...

TN: Williamson renews parks gun ban
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"Williamson County commissioners, who voted unanimously last year to opt out of a state law allowing licensed gun owners to carry their weapons in parks, renewed the ban late Monday night."

"The 19-5 vote came after an evening of debate and discussion, including one man who testified that he would target � politically � any commissioner who voted to opt out of the state law."

"'I'll make sure I work real hard to get you out of office if you vote for this,' Gerald R. Van Dam of Franklin said."

"Most who spoke in favor of banning guns from parks began their remarks with statements of respect for law-abiding gun owners and support for the Second Amendment. Then came 'but.'" ...

CO: Clock ticking for CU to take gun ban to Supreme Court
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"The University of Colorado regents next week will decide whether the school should continue its legal battle to keep guns off its campuses, which could prove to be a litmus test for Republican board members who hold a 5-4 majority."

"Only two of the board's conservatives ... have made firm statements in favor of lifting the ban ..."

"The other three Republican regents, who could tip the board's opinion, are more guarded on whether they'll urge CU to defend its current weapons ban or side with their GOP colleagues."

"Judges with the Colorado Court of Appeals in April ruled in favor of a gun-rights group that sued CU and argued that a 1994 university policy banning concealed weapons violates state gun laws. ..." ...

NY: Micro-Stamping Bill Dealt a Blow in the Empire State -- Please Continue to Make Your Voices Heard!
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"In voting against S6005 yesterday, many lawmakers in the New York State Senate exercised common sense and acted according to the will of their constituents."

"S6005 would require all semi-automatic handguns delivered to any licensed firearms dealer in New York to mechanically stamp certain information ... onto the cartridge case when the gun is discharged. ..."

"... Make no mistake, this is a gun ban and it must be stopped." ...

"While yesterday's vote was important, supporters of micro-stamping have vowed to see the bill become law. We urge NRA members to contact the following Senators and thank them for their careful consideration of this issue and to urge them for their continued opposition to S6005:" ...
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Submitter's Note: Oh so now you guys are in favor of political speech? Then how about killing the damnable DISCLOSE Act?

LA: Five Indictments in Glover Case
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"US attorney Jim Letten announced this afternoon that three New Orleans police officers and two former officers have been indicted in the shooting death of Henry Glover, an African-American resident of New Orleans who bled to death while in police custody in the days after Hurricane Katrina struck. A former officer, David Warren, was charged with Glover's murder, according to the indictment. If convicted, he could face the death penalty, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports." ...

NY: N.Y.P.D. Can Keep Its Secrets: 2004 Convention Arrests Remain Mysterious
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"On Wednesday, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled that the New York City Police Department can withhold 1,900 pages of data detailing police surveillance in advance of the 2004 Republican Convention in New York."

"So now and forever, the reason that 1,800 people were arrested, many pre-emptively, during the convention and placed in a pen on the Hudson River � nicknamed Guantanamo on the Hudson by some � will remain very much a mystery. Those documents also might have shed some light on the efforts of undercover police officers sent all over the country to gather intelligence on people who might come to the city to protest." ...

OH: Open Letter to the Ohio Restaurant Association and its members regarding opposition to SB239
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... "I am very pleased to see the Ohio Restaurant Association take a position regarding SB239, concealed carry in restaurants and bars. It is good know which organizations support my right to self-defense and which would deny the basic God-given rights and freedoms for law-abiding Ohioans."

"As a competitive shooter, avid hunter, sportsmen and concealed carry advocate, I've traveled Ohio participating in various events. Often restaurants in the area will have huge signs welcoming shooters and promoting their restaurants. Such is the case around Port Clinton, Ohio with the NRA Matches at Camp Perry each year. It's nice to know that our business is not really appreciated by your association." ...

AR: Legal home invasion in Barling, Arkansas
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"Related Article: Home invasion; cop or not?"

"This story is slightly dated, but hey, I had to graduate a son in May while this event was taking place."

"Last month, the Sebastian County Sheriff's Office, the 12th/21st Judicial Drug Task Force and the Barling Police Department all conducted a drug raid on a house in Barling, Arkansas. Even though the search warrant itself was completely accurate, law enforcement officers had entered the wrong residence. A man, woman and small baby were in the house when the drug force walked in, and the man and woman were handcuffed before the mistake was discovered." ...

IA: Mossy Oak's Perry Peterson Takes Second Largest Eastern Gobbler On Record
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Perry Peterson, Mossy Oak Regional Pro Staff Manager, took the second largest eastern subspecies of turkey on the last day of the Iowa spring season.

The huge gobbler scored an impressive 94.406 and is the #1 bird ever taken in Iowa and #2 overall. The bird weighed 26 pounds and 2.5 oz.

It had an unbelievable 13.5 inch beard and 2.0625 spurs. Peterson took the bird near his home in Manchester, Iowa.

UK: Judge Jails UK Granny for WW2 Pistol [Not Shown]
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"The BBC reports that the Scottish courts have sentenced Gail Cochrane a five-year stretch in jail for for possessing a 'family heirloom.' More specifically, Auntie Beeb reckons Grany Cochrane was harboring a World War II-era 7.65mm 'Browning' semi-automatic pistol. 'The weapon was sent for examination by firearms experts who concluded that it was a Czech-made pistol dating back to about 1927.' Cochrane stashed the gun for 29 years following the death of her father, a Royal Navy veteran . . ."

"'The case began after police arrived at the 53-year-old's home on 17 June 2009 with an arrest warrant for her son ... He was not at the flat, but the 80-year-old pistol was found underneath a mattress in her bedroom. ..." ...