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Folks;   I would like to propose a moratorium on pejorative "creative" misspellings.  Specifically, pejorative misspellings of proper names like turning Diane Feinstein into Diane Fineswine or Swinestein, and turning Liberal into Libtard or Libturd and so forth.   Sure, those little things feel good when you do them.  They are a guilty indulgence that expresses your contempt for these people or things, however I also believe that they make the author look childish and cause the mainstream fence-sitters to automatically write us off as frustrated juveniles with an inability to articulate our thoughts and opinions without resorting to schoolyard taunts and mockery.  When we do this, we discredit ourselves.   It's no secret that the Left has made a career history of establishing itself in the eyes of the public as the "Mental Elite".  They have carefully ensconced themselves in the towers of academia and use this vantage point to lord over and brow beat us -- their adversaries -- and paint us as knuckle-dragging neanderthals with room-temperature IQs.  It is my opinion that we play into their hands when we resort of using pejorative misspellings of their names and they casually dismiss it as being about as base level as a fart joke.    We need to rise above that.  We need to conduct ourselves smartly and remind society that just because we value the Constitution, we are not a bunch of mouth breathing pinheads.   Further, it makes it impossible for a person to search TGO's contents and accurately find articles of interest by using key words when those key words may have been intentionally misspelled by the author who thought it was funny or cute.   So, there it is.  I would appreciate it if everyone would please join me in this.  I have been as guilty of these things as the next person, but I am personally committing to rising above the petty name calling and instead will be focusing even more on letting the substance of my words illustrate how despicable the subject of my derision is.   Thanks. :)      

  If you're on the Internet at all, that ship has sailed.

Today I celebrated Gun Appreciation Day like several hundred other Tennesseans - by driving into Nashville and attending the pro-Second Amendment rally that took place at War Memorial Plaza.  I know many of our members don't live within easy driving distance of Nashville and have busy schedules, so I thought I would describe what went on for those who were unable to attend.   When I arrived at noon there was a surprisingly large crowd already gathered on the Plaza.  The turnout was inspiring.  There were Liberty Riders (bikers), veterans and representatives from veterans' groups, whole families, and single people.  The crowd was not heavily skewed by one age group - I would say about a quarter of those in attendance were over 60.  The best was seeing how many people brought their whole family, and especially their kids.   There were numerous "Don't Tread on Me" flags, American flags, and some great homemade signs - my favorite was a simple white poster with the following words in black: "Fear the Government that Fears Your Guns."  There were certainly some "amens" throughout, and some clearly riled up people, but the whole bunch was well mannered and respectful throughout.  There were no opposition protesters that I saw.   A man was addressing the crowd by PA system when I showed up.  He shortly introduced John Harris, who I understand is in charge of the Tennessee Firearms Association.  Mr. Harris spoke several times throughout the event and struck me as a confident, capable leader.  The other speakers included State Senator Bill Ketron, and State Representative Joe Carr (who proposed the bill to nullify any new firearm-related promulgation from the Obama administration).  Representative Carr had some very good things to say about the Second Amendment, as well as some stirring remarks on Tennessee and its duty to stand up to federal tyranny.   Perhaps the most moving speaker was a lady Tennessean (I believe her name was Nikki Gosser) whose husband was murdered right in front of her.  She is a HCP holder but was unarmed at the time of the murder because she and her husband were working in a bar (this was several years ago before carry in bars was legal).  Her story obviously drove home the point that the kind of restrictions proposed in Washington only really hurt the good folks who follow the letter of the law.  I really liked that she called out the bias of the media and lamented how unfairly we are treated in the court of public opinion today.   As the event concluded we joined hands and sang a patriotic song.  Standing there looking out over the crowd I actually choked up and couldn't sing.  It was an amazing experience and one I won't soon forget.  I made some new friends today and look forward to attending the next similar rally next month and seeing some familiar faces.  What I saw and heard today reaffirmed my commitment to standing up for our rights and enjoying liberty to the fullest, and it's comforting to know that there are so many others out there who feel the same way.  

And that is a deal even in normal times.   Just remember the shop during fairer times. Shops do not need us right now but when things settle back to normal they, without a doubt, need our money to stay in business. We, as gun owners, forget who upset us last month if they have a sale this month. I do not and refuse to buy from anyone who I think has done me wrong. And accordingly my list of "acceptable" shops continues to get smaller and smaller.   Dolomite

[quote name="MattCary" post="889662" timestamp="1358612717"][/quote]Israeli chicks are hot.

Has an incident today where some kid in a parking lot tried to throw a rock at his sister and missed and cracked my windshield. Long story short I had to call Smyrna police for a report lady and kid left the area, When the officer showed up I gave him my ID and told him I was carrying. He asked where on me and what it was and then said If you don't draw i want. He filled out an incident report and then told me Smyrna has him carrying a Springfield and really wanted to carry his Glock. Shot the breeze for a bit and went on or way. Great guy he did Smyrna proud.

treat your carry gun with a don't ask, don't tell mentality.  And don't check or touch it at a gun show unless you need to defend yourself.   I could not agree more with David's post.

I just don't even have words. And people look at me like I've got a third arm growing out of my forehead when I tell them that I absolutely support the Second Amendment but wouldn't be caught dead doing a "Carry Rally" or other such thing where there's a chance that some some jackass novice will be fingering his handgun and send a round off into the crowd accidentally. I also don't get what the deal is with these people checking their carry firearms at door of gun shows. I've never done that. My carry weapon isn't going into a show to be sold; It's going into a show on my person should I need it to defend myself. Having some doofus at the door run a zip-tie through the action is counter productive to the intended purpose of my firearm. Worse yet the chance that said doofus will negligently discharge my weapon into his own stupid ass or someone/something nearby. No way in hell am I letting them even handle my carry weapon. If they don't want me carrying there, then I don't want to be patronizing their gun show. GAH!!! Stupid frickin people!!!

Yet another reason I never drink in public. I drink at home, alone. When I leave home I am dead sober and armed. Kinda makes you think huh? Could have been you and the wife in there ten minutes earlier.

Appears to have been an assault style bubble gun. Note the pistol grip and splash suppressor.

Pictures from event... Just the cutest little girl!!! Me and my son...

Well, we are just visitors here.

Did not live up to it's hype. They skipped a lot of important parts to add in some boring dialogue.   I hope the sequel is better.

as a former NYker........Im glad I moved  :)

I for one approve of the fact that we're not being bombarded with pictures and stories of the fu&$ stick. That's exactly what these lunatics want, recognition. I'm sure the right people are well informed and still gathering information, information that won't be kept private per say but also thankfully isn't being blasted all over by the mainstream media, feeding the twisted egos of other degenerate losers. I'm all for freedom of information, but in this case I say let people work for it. Don't turn these psycho's into celebrities.

Well I can't imagine why anyone would need more than 7 rounds ..... Seems fair to me. I'm sure the criminals will only have 7 rounds too so it should create and even playing field. /sarcasm

It was a tragedy for everybody, and a great opportunity for some. But, why would these caring commies manipulate the information? They have been so honest with everything else, like F&F and Benghazi.

And yet another reason to NEVER go to new york!

So today I decided to do a little shopping since my son was let out of school early I took him out to eat at a little Chinese Buffet, then we went to Sportsmans , then Academy "to spend a gift card I had not gotten around to yet" then topped it off with Walmart "Needed some sale items"    So at the Buffet my son and I were seated next to a group of guys and we could over hear the conversation with common phrases like that damn Obama thinks he's slick and they ain't getting my guns by god and a whole other assortment of phrases along the same line . "Made me smile a bit"   Then at Sportsmans that is all I heard in the Firearms section  same thing at Academy    Then at Walmart there was a fella on his cell phone talking with someone else as we passed by in an isle and heard "Telling me I can only have ten rounds....Sh*t Ill show them a$$holes ten rounds" Of course I kept walking and just heard that small bit of conversation and thought man everybody's on this subject today. Then at the check out line I heard another couple talking about how there was no ammo left and the guy was telling "I assume" his ole lady, that it was a good thing they got all that ammo when they did etc.   Now this is the first time I can think about ever hearing this much public backlash it just seemed no matter where I went everyone was talking about it and everyone seemed pissed "or maybe i just never listen till today who knows" .   Just figured I would share 

[quote name="PapaB" post="890166" timestamp="1358650165"]I was the guy on the mobility scooter. My wife and I got there just as Hickok arrived and we both took the opportunity to shake hands with him and thank him for the great videos. I was impressed by the turnout with such relatively short notice, Tennessee was well represented by its' 2nd Amendment supporters today. I noted that we didn't need teleprompters for the Pledge of Allegiance. Do you hear me Mr. Prez?[/quote]Nor for America The Beautiful. Libs would need a lifeline call to a friend with internet access to finish the Pledge.

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It seems that Andy asked Barney and Goober to safety check firearms. It's too early to say what really happened. I know there was an incredibly long line to get in and the Fire Marshal was there counting heads. Panic buying like I have never seen in my life. Not from gun owners, we already own guns, but from non-gun owners. People who have never owned a gun in their lives. It is crazy how people love the Second Amendment, now that it is under threat from Her Obama.   http://www.wral.com/two-people-injured-in-shooting-at-raleigh-gun-show/12000843/

That's not AD, it's ND - negligent discharge. They are never accidental.

I totally agree with David.  Name calling and puns related to names is lame no matter who is doing it.   And I never understood the Poose thing anyway.  Seemed most stupid of all of them.

The truly beautiful thing about the free market is that no one gets to dictate who I spend my money with. They can charge whatever they want, I'm not buying. Not now, and from some of these shops never again. There are several shops who are not participating in the nonsense going on right now (most vendors here) who will get my money instead, even if it means paying a few dollars extra. IMO the dealers who are participating are showing their true colors and much like the gun grabbers won't let a good tragedy go to waste. IMHO. <EDIT> the point about the private parties buying up the stock to resell is very true. Guess what? Won't buy from them either.

 I don't have a problem with a markup because of high demand as long as it is reasonable.  I can't see where 400+% is even remotely reasonable.

Then set it out on the end so the tip of the front sight base reaches the end of the rail.

You are correct, but you have to choose. The chances of having a mass shooting at your kid’s school are probably less likely than you winning Powerball. That won’t help if your child is killed.   I think the answer is to remove the gun free zone status. However I am absolutely sure that will not ever happen; the parents won’t stand for it. They also won’t stand for untrained people carrying guns around their kids. So it’s either pay the money to have trained professionals, get those teachers that are willing the best training available in their area, or do nothing.

  Are you familiar with Leonard Embody? Just because one can do something doesn't always mean that one should.   And I believe calling another TGO member a name is against TOS.   So, lighten up, Francis.

I think the movie wasn't good at all! It was TOO long and the part everyone went to see, the raid itself, was just funny to me. I was in the Army for 12 years as a UH/MH-60A/L/K crew chief aka door gunner and spent 9 years in and medically retired from the 160th SOAR(A) and I still don't believe the story of that raid. I still talk to guys there OFTEN and know most of the guys there on the blackhawk side and they don't believe in that "stealth hawk". Now I know what "compartmentalization" is but even with that I have problems with the "stealth hawk" from a could it work point of view. When I analyze that aircraft I have a hard time believing the rest of the "official" story.....but then I'm just a retired "conspiracy theorist" lol

We do it here in TN ALL the time as well...  And the fact is police officers and former police officer are convicted of crimes at a much higher rate per capita than HCP permit holders, and even the public in general.   Yet, people are afraid of us having firearms on us :)      

I didn’t get the humor, maybe if I had seen other videos of his? But I know you need a microphone windscreen.

I have noticed how the conversations have changed significantly from +24 hours after Sandy Hook, to +1 month after Sandy Hook.  I have to agree with the OP, I too have over heard many conversations in similiar fashion.  I have jumped in when and where I could.  Momentum is shifting, but I do have to pinch myself, this is Tennessee (a heavily conservative state). 

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Dr. Hupps previous testimony has to be the single most impressive thing I've ever heard regarding control/ownership.   POWERFUL!   Jeff

Think real hard about small-of-back carry.  It's not nearly as accessible, secure, or concealable as you think.  It also really, really hurts if you fall on it.... AMHIK.  If that's the only spot you've got room in your pants for the gun, I'd strongly recommend you consider larger pants or OWB.  That said, I have crossbreed and a galco that work pretty well.

I've sent Corker, Alexander, and Desjarlais several emails. Only heard back from Alexander. I have no experience with calling, but am open to do it. Actually, can anyone give me the best way to do that? I suppose call their office and leave a message? Is that what to expect?

And this .... January 14, 2013 Dear xxxxx Thanks very much and letting me know what’s on your mind regarding the right to bear arms. I’m a strong supporter of Second Amendment rights. Congress should not pass laws that take away these rights from law abiding citizens and leave criminals to terrorize the streets. Good citizens don’t abuse guns – criminals do. I will continue to support legislative efforts to protect the Second Amendment rights of law abiding Americans, and oppose efforts to overturn the Second Amendment. In two recent cases, the U.S. Supreme Court clearly held that the Second Amendment protects the right of individual Americans to keep and bear arms. In the 2008 case, D.C. v. Heller, the Supreme Court held that D.C.’s restrictive gun laws violated the constitutional rights of Americans. Two years later, in McDonald v. Chicago, the court struck down the city of Chicago’s handgun ban and held that, like the federal government, state and local governments must respect Second Amendment rights. I joined legal briefs in both cases in defense of this constitutional right and was pleased with the Supreme Court’s decisions. I am grateful you took the time to let me know where you stand. I’ll be sure to keep your comments in mind as Second Amendment rights are discussed and debated in Washington and in Tennessee. Sincerely, Lamar

Called senators today. I've previously sent multiple e-mails to every politician I could think of; and have encouraged co-workers, church-goers, and family to do likewise.   I make it a point to thank gun-related businesses for their support, specifically if they've made news while supporting the second amendment. I invited Remington to move to Tennessee. I've responded to polls and petitions out the wazoo. I've bought more gun stuff. (Don't tell my better half!)   Not likely to make Nashville tomorrow, as we already made other plans for Gun Appreciation Day. Will try to at least hit the local gun shops.

  No, that's a lot of bull from people who have never been in a self-defense shooting.  Remain armed until the police get there and have control of the situation.  Do you want to be unarmed if the person you just defended yourself against has friends, family, accomplices nearby who are unhappy about you doing what you just did?   Nope.  Remain armed.  Disarm when instructed by the police.   Edited to add:  I often see comments from folks saying they're not going to throw their nice Nighthawk 1911 or whatever on the ground when the police get there because it's too nice / pretty / expensive.  When the police are arriving, holster your firearm before they get out of their car.  Hands up and wait for instruction.  If they tell you to unholster and throw it to the ground, throw it to the ground.  If they tell you to lay it on the ground slowly, do it slowly.  If they tell you to tap dance and pat your belly at the same time, do that too.   Bottom line being, your stupid high-end boutique firearm isn't worth you getting shot over.  If it's so concerning that your gun might get scratched, don't carry it.  If you think it  might go off when dropped or tossed to the pavement, don't carry it.  Good guns don't go off when dropped.   Do whatever the nice police officers tell you to do, following their instructions to the letter, and keep your mouth shut until asked to speak.  And even then limit what you say.  You were in fear for your life, that guy over there in a pile is the guy who attacked you, and you'll be GLAD to cooperate with the police after your attorney is present.  You are in no state of mind to say anything else without your attorney present.  Period.   Establish that you're the good guy, point out the bad guy, point out the knife or gun or ball bat or chain or axe or whatever he was about to attack you with, and then shut your hole.

C'mon guys, he only used the knife to pry the lid open. I'm pretty sure a couple more rubs on the curb & his thumbnail would've worked.

Interesting but he did use a tool, a knife.  I've opened plenty of cans with knife and nothing else.  A good nugget of information to tuck away though.  Thanks.

  That is really a bad idea.  After you drop the mag and clear the chamber, the threat's buddy that you didn't see comes up makes you feel really dumb.   If it turned into the absolute worst situation, I would much rather be disarmed at gunpoint by a LEO than have an empty gun on me while waiting for the police to arrive at the scene.

Ha, if I just had to use a gun to defend myself I ain't disarming until I can see those blue lights. I ain't got no problem getting cuffed and stuffed until they sort it out, but I'm not going to take the risk of the perp not being dead enough or him having buddies.

I would love to buy Pmags for $14 like I did before CT but even then, some places had a regular price of $20. To me, is a Pmag worth a $20 bill? Yep. So if I needed a couple extra at $30 or $40 now, I would pay it, just wouldn't smile quite so big. That being said, I would NOTpay $85 and up as some have lately, I will leave that to the rich, needy, or dumb, whichever describes the buyer.

5-Pmag black w/windows on GB for $200.00  :rant:

On one hand, as an investment and as insurance against breakage and wear, You can never have too many.   BUT....I think some of us [up until recently I was very much guilty of this] need to be honest with themselves.  How long do you expect to last hashing it out with some form of opposition.  Fire fights are over fast.  Lives are over just as fast.  I won't last long unless I'm taking on geriatric zombies.  SO, 10-12 magazines per rifle is MORE than enough.  I can only speak for Caster, but I doubt I'll last long enough to do a mag change.  I'll either be dead or using my French military tactics.  I keep 12 for ever rifle and 6 for every pistol.