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  We all feel our opinions have value, we just spread them to the audience we have at hand.  Otherwise, why would we ever post on TGO?  Celebrities just have a wider reach for some reason society seems to want.

  At least a stripper has life experience.   It's not a total wash from Hollywood.  Google what Brad Pitt and Iced-T have to say about guns, you might be pleasantly surprised.

Let me guess... you ordered one and got double of what you ordered. And the price you are selling it for is what it came out to with your shipping cost.

  Here is the list of bills for the subcommittee on 11 March.  Even if they go right into straight up or down votes, it's a lot of work to start up as late as 3pm. http://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Calendar/CalendarOrders.aspx?CalendarID=197

Welcome home.   There are ways to keep informed about foreign investments in America without going to websites that make you feel like you need a shower afterward. http://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424052702303491404579388194110357658 http://www.forbes.com/sites/kenrapoza/2013/02/03/china-co-buys-texas-oil-gas-field/   Also, are the Chinese invading before or after Muslim immigrants usurp the courts and set up Sharia law?

  My buddy had one (not in full auto), but it mostly sat in the safe for the reasons you mention.  When we did bring it out to the range, it was the envy of all around us.  It was fun to shoot for a few rounds, but yeah, it's more cool than practical, and the cool wears off faster than you might think.    That being said, if it's something anybody really wants in their collection, and they have the disposable income....why not.  It does have a place in the history of American firearms.

I have gotten a yeoman's service from my little Ford Ranger, and it's still under 76k miles due to my being in and out of the country so much over the last 12 years.  But to this day, I wish I had enough to buy the quad cab Tacoma back in 2002 when I bought my first vehicle.  My lower enlisted pay could only handle so much car and insurance costs per month back then, so I had to go with the Ranger. 

  Just keep us updated, and maybe we can get a TGO presence there.  I'd be happy to link up with any TGO'ers for an early lunch downtown and head over to the committee after.

  Is that open to the public?  That day falls on my spring break from classes, and I would most certainly be there if allowed.

This is what a "tactical pen" looks like. Any questions?

  +1 to all this.  Winamp is awesome, I was sad to hear they shut down and won't be putting out any more updates.   To this list, I also add my VPN service, VLC Media Player, DisplayFusion so I can manage a dual screen setup easier, Google Earth and TrueCrypt.

  Toyota also has manufacturing plants in the US.  While it doesn't account for as many jobs as Ford, Dodge and Chevy have domestically, I'm comfortable saying that if you buy a Toyota in America, you're supporting American jobs.

The Toyota Hilux is about as close to indestructible as a pickup truck can get.  I'd see them everywhere while OCONUS.  It might be too small for those of you who like your big trucks, but it would be perfect for my needs.  With the Toyota Tacoma getting bigger (and pricier), and the Ford Ranger no longer in production, I'd love to see the Hilux come to America before it's time for me to get a new vehicle.

Godsmack is great in concert.  When you see them play, you will realize there is no studio work needed to make them sound better on their albums.   I remember when they got onto the radio in Boston.  They put in all the effort doing local shows to build their name.  The last time I saw them was in 2004 when they opened for Metallica in Nashville, and it was an awesome show.

Looking up 5.56mm on GunBot is getting depressing.    Even PSA isn't immune to the rage of hiking up the prices of green tip to ~0.60 per round.  http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/catalog/product/view/id/428/ http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/catalog/product/view/id/15084/

  I'm just saying what they could do if they were serious enough.  But I really think they care more about having the issues front and center to give them press time, and use for the next election than actually solving them.  Darrell Issa's time as House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chariman was more reality TV than investigatory, and he was supposed to be on it with those issues you mentioned.   Problem with this is, the impact is already being felt because people don't feel that BATFE will be impeded in any way.   The last few hundred rounds of PMC X-TAC 5.56mm I have become a reserve instead of training ammo because of this.  If all BATFE see's is a letter, they aren't going to be worried about it.

  Yup, "power of the purse" as it's called.  Congress also has appropriations authority, meaning they can decide what money is authorized for what specific purposes and what is up to the discretion of the agency management.  They can also stall nominations of appointees, though for law enforcement agencies, that's not always the best plan.   The biggest wrench to throw into the machine of BATFE would be to hold hearings to find out what went into the process behind this decision.  I doubt they want subpoenas issued for all their internal emails, call logs, meeting notes, ect., as a prelude to testimony under oath.

  The ammo tax also helps pay for the ranges TWRA administrates, so others have a place where they can practice shooting.    If you're going to get into a different forum, fine, your loss, not ours.  But if you plan to stay around, enjoy our community, and benefit from it, I would suggest you don't come into someone elses house and proceed tell them what's what, immediately after saying hello.

I didn't find it super funny, but chuckled at the end.  I wouldn't call it offensive, it's just a comedic spin on current events, like most of SNL is.

  I'd rather have five members of Congress put up a real fight than 100 sign a letter that will be ignored.  Letters with a lot of signatories are only effective at letting a cabinet official know that a proposal requiring Congressional approval isn't going to happen.  Since this is an internal ruling Congress should be expressing its disapproval through legislation to preempt BAFTE, not sending letters on the issue.

A strongly worded letter?  How UN of them.  My rant from how much better they could do from the other thread.

I spent a lot of time escaping into Star Trek as a kid, and even as an adult I still enjoy it.  Leonard Nimoy took pride in his work, and it came across the screen.  Sad day with his passing.  Condolences to his family and friends.

What OS said.   Though the big question is...hair stylist?  I thought men went to barber's.  ;)

  Part for fun, part serious...a .22 pistol.  Great way to practice fundamental shooting with cheaper(er) ammo, and let kids train on to get their feet wet.   Also, .22 pistols are great for bug out bags.  Lets you carry more ammo, and have a round that is more versatile in an overall survival situation.

  Let me get this straight.  The NRA has the support of the Chair of the House Judiciary Committee.  This same individual has the power to decide what bills are voted on in his committee, a committee which has oversight for federal law enforcement agencies, including BAFTE. He can also schedule and convene hearings, compel testimony under oath from members of those agencies under their oversight.   Yet the best that can be done is a letter?