Shooting in Connecticut

[Sieg]

Originally Posted by parsonsj

http://www.snopes.com/politics/conspiracy/citizens.asp

"Probably false" I don't see that response on Snopes too often.

It's difficult to filter through all the litter flying around in the media as we know in this day and age. In my lifetime I've never seen a president as detached from the Constitution as this one. His agenda for the country is transparent at best. Those issues combined with the people he's appointed and associates with are "probably" the source of my concern and distrust. What he preaches compared what he accepts do not mesh........IMO

[Tony_SS]

Originally Posted by Sieg

"Probably false" I don't see that response on Snopes too often.

Lol, yeah, I like the "Probably" part. Snopes is left leaning biased outlet like other any media organization. They are not always some conclusive source of truth.

This is worth a look.

DHS buys 7000 full-auto assault rifles, calls them 'personal defense weapons'
http://www.naturalnews.com/038844_DH...documents.html

So the DHS bids to buy FULL auto rifes, they are called "personal defense". Yet the WH wants to ban all SEMI auto rifles, media called them "assault weapons"

That is some Grade A Bovine excrement right there.

[Ketzer]

Jeff-

[Sieg]

Originally Posted by Tony_SS

Lol, yeah, I like the "Probably" part. Snopes is left leaning biased outlet like other any media organization. They are not always some conclusive source of truth.

This is worth a look.

DHS buys 7000 full-auto assault rifles, calls them 'personal defense weapons'
http://www.naturalnews.com/038844_DH...documents.html

So the DHS bids to buy FULL auto rifes, they are called "personal defense". Yet the WH wants to ban all SEMI auto rifles, media called them "assault weapons"

That is some Grade A Bovine excrement right there.

Interesting info. When the DHS uses the term "Personal Defense Weapon" who is the threat to their person? The gradual paradigm shift in the bureaucratic mindset that I've observed over the years is our (public employee) safety first then the public...........I'd be more at ease if they displayed the mindset of my dogs.

[sniper]

Did anyone see Obama said that he shoots skeet? Why do people who hate guns (and that's fine) always try to make themselves appear to like them? That man has probably never held a gun let alone went skeet shooting.

Originally Posted by Vince@MSperfab

I would not put too much into the Litmus testing in a military reference. They ask you some f't up things to see where you are mentally and your moral standing not necessarily directive they want you to act out. A position would be determined by which direction your moral compass is in.

We were talking about this the other day. If **** ever hit the fan would a president (even 50 years from now) give the order to protect the country by killing it's citizens.

We already have examples that federal employees will attack us. Waco anyone? But think about what happens after a natural disaster. The Guard is brought in to keep Americans away from their homes? Now they may deem it unsafe but they will keep you out. How do they do this? By force, they have the guns and the threat of detainment.

The Egyption army is killing civilians. Those are not outsiders in their Army. We don't know what the next 50 or 100 years will look like and who will be leading this country.

[Vegas69]

Dear Mr. Akes:

Thank you for taking the time to contact me. I appreciate hearing from you, and I am grateful that I have an opportunity to hear your views in the wake of this terrible tragedy.

I share your concerns about the recent tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut. My heart goes out to all those affected, especially the families that lost loved ones and the students and faculty of Sandy Hook Elementary who witnessed such unspeakable violence. No words of condolence could possibly ease the pain of families who lost cherished children; however, I hope it is some small comfort that the nation mourns with them, and we stand with them as they overcome the suffering and begin the healing process.

As part of the healing process, we need to accept the reality that we are not doing enough to protect our citizens. In the coming weeks, Congress and the White House will engage in a meaningful conversation and thoughtful debate about how to change our laws and our culture that allows violence to grow. We need to examine what can be done to prevent more tragedies like the ones that happened this year in Newtown, Connecticut, Aurora, Colorado, Oak Creek, Wisconsin, and Portland, Oregon. We have no greater responsibility than keeping our children safe, and every idea should be on the table as we discuss how to best protect our children. We can honor the memory of those who were killed in Newtown by acting to ensure that our nation is protected against such horrific tragedies in the future. Please be assured of my commitment toward that end.

Again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with me. I look forward to hearing from you in the future.
My best wishes to you.

Sincerely,
HARRY REID
United States Senator


Dear Mr. Akes:



Thank you for taking the time to write to the Governor's office regarding your opinion on [access to guns; mental health services; school safety]. As Governor, I truly appreciate your correspondence as it allows me to look for better ways to serve you and the other citizens of the great State of Nevada.



The most recent tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut has brought a new focus and increased attention to many issues surrounding gun control, access to mental health services, and school safety. Our country has suffered through too many of these types of heinous crimes and unfortunately, no one can point to any single solution, which if enacted, would totally prevent such violence. As we move toward a broader public discussion on meaningful public policy which will curb or end this violence, we must consult subject matter experts on mental health, school and gun safety and explore all options, while continuing to protect Second Amendment rights and individual freedoms. I appreciate your suggestions and I will keep them in mind as we move forward to preserve the safety of our state.



Thank you again for contacting my office. I welcome information from my constituents and I truly value your input.





Best regards,




Brian Sandoval
Governor

[Ketzer]

Todd,
Same sort of basic form replies I got here in Tennessee. Sad, but what matters is that we did let them know our views, and I will be watching and remembering come election time....


Jeff-

[nicks67ca]

http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/politic...01&status=true

This man has some serious strength. He lost his son last month and now is voicing a rational option to just enforcing the laws we have, and not calling for more. The video only covers part of his testimony.

"Mattioli said he believes in "simple, few gun laws" and that "we have more than enough on the books." But he said they're not being enforced properly.

Mattioli received a standing ovation."

[intocarss]

http://news.yahoo.com/missile-launch...174331546.html

[Sieg]

Originally Posted by intocarss

http://news.yahoo.com/missile-launch...174331546.html

Wonder how the Boeing test pilots feel about that one?