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NRA Mans Up To Harry Reid

donttreadonme — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 02:59:12 +0000

This week’s hostage standoff at the Discovery Channel headquarters in Maryland offers a scary reminder why it’s important for Americans to be able to own and carry firearms. When the public is packing heat, it’s more dangerous for deranged criminals to threaten innocent life because individuals can defend themselves. No organization does more to protect our right to keep and bear arms than the National Rifle Association, and when you go against the NRA, you get thumped. Just ask Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.-[source]

Movement On The U.N. Gun Ban

donttreadonme — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:35:58 +0000

Mexican President and Chicago Mayor call for end of U.S. Sovereignty.

A storm of liberal anti-gun opinion is swelling to force international anti-gun policies on American citizens as NAGR continues the fight to protect the Second Amendment from international gun grabbers.

Recently we reported that Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and the Obama Administration are pushing for Senate ratification of the United Nations’ “Small Arms Treaty.” The National Association for Gun Rights has taken the lead on stopping this end-run around the Constitution by contacting millions of Americans about this impending threat to their liberties, and working with principled leaders in Washington, D.C. to build a bulwark against the treaty.-[source]

EPA Denial On Lead Hunting Ammunition Ban

donttreadonme — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:35:29 +0000

Facing strong opposition from U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe and others, a key federal agency denied a petition Friday seeking a ban on lead ammunition used by hunters.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, however, said it would continue to review another section of the petition on the use of lead in fishing tackle.

In denying the request on banning lead ammunition, EPA said the Toxic Substances Control Act does not give the agency the authority needed to address that issue. -[source]

Federal Attempt to Ban Firearm Sales

donttreadonme — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:54:42 +0000

The rush is on to ban private firearm sales at gun shows under the guise of referring to these sales as a “loophole.”

Federal law does not currently restrict private firearm transfers between law-abiding citizens whether they take place at home or at a gun show, and NAGR is taking a stand to keep it that way.

As you no doubt already know, Michael Bloomberg and his millionaire cronies are pouring their money into a media blitz through their anti-Second Amendment group, Mayor’s Against Illegal Guns.-[source]

EPA Considering Ban on Traditional Ammunition

donttreadonme — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:49:41 +0000

With the fall hunting season fast approaching, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under Lisa Jackson, who was responsible for banning bear hunting in New Jersey, is now considering a petition by the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) – a leading anti-hunting organization – to ban all traditional ammunition under the Toxic Substance Control Act of 1976, a law in which Congress expressly exempted ammunition. If the EPA approves the petition, the result will be a total ban on all ammunition containing lead-core components, including hunting and target-shooting rounds. The EPA must decide to accept or reject this petition by November 1, 2010, the day before the midterm elections.-[source]

M1 for Vets

donttreadonme — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 03:30:36 +0000

“M1 for Vets” Purpose:

“M1 for Vets” is A non-profit organization dedicated to financial and logistical support of returning Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and the Global War on Terror (GWT) “Transitioning Combat Wounded Veterans” for the purpose of competing in national shooting sports.

“M1 for Vets” Theme:

“From the Greatest Generation to the Next Greatest Generation”…

“M1 for Vets” Evolvement:

Nonprofit organizations are started by truly dedicated people. Not all non-profits survive the years of difficult work to become great organizations. The great ones are started by people who feel passion from their hearts and are able to direct and focus that passion and turn it into a great organization. “M1 for Vets” is on its way to becoming one of the great ones.

The idea of “M1 for Vets” came forth from a conversation JJ Oshea and fellow friends had while talking about how they wanted to give something back to our wounded war heroes. These kinds of thoughts come from our hearts and provide the push necessary to accomplish feats beyond our expectations.

In a short three year period, JJ and friends have launched their campaign and given M1 rifles to more than 160 wounded war heroes. This effort is an ongoing process and continues to grow because of the diligence of local shooting clubs around the country desiring to assist “M1 for Vets” and its efforts.-[source]

Bank Encourages Second Amendment

donttreadonme — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:39:05 +0000

Any would-be robbers looking to walk into the bank here had best think twice.

There’s a new sign in town.

About a month ago, Chappell Hill Bank president Edward Smith looked at a sign on the front door prohibiting concealed weapons from his business and decided to make a policy change.

Licensed to carry a handgun? Come on in, and bring your weapon.

The sign, now prominently displayed on the bank’s front door, says, “Lawful concealed carry permitted on these premises. Management recognizes the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as an inalienable right of all citizens. We therefore support and encourage the carrying of licensed concealed weapons.”

Smith said he made the policy change to send a warning to potential robbers, and also to express support to Americans’ right to bear arms.-[source]

National Lawmakers In Chicago To Push Gun Control

donttreadonme — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:23:36 +0000

National lawmakers were in Chicago holding a Congressional hearing on proposed gun control legislation today.

The Closing the Gun Show Loophole Act would require private sellers at gun shows to perform background checks before selling firearms. Illinois passed a similar law in 2005.-[source]

Ruger’s 3 For FREE Sweepstakes

donttreadonme — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:18:31 +0000

Ruger has a new sweepstakes and you’re sure to love the prizes. After all, who doen’t love guns, especially FREE guns, and we could all use more guns!

Top prize is 1 Ruger SRC9 9mm, 1 Ruger LCR .38 DA revolver, 1 Ruger LCP .380 pistol plus a range bag with extra pistol magazines…

Yeah, they had me at free guns…

There are also three runner up prizes offered, so if you don’t get the grand prize you still win one free American made gun!

These are Rugers are relatively new production firearms built with concealed carry in mind.

Small, lightweight, and compact in medium range calibers, perfect for discreet carry.-[source]

Gun Show Bill A De-Facto Ban

donttreadonme — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:59:16 +0000

Rabidly anti-gun Congressman Mike Quigley (IL-5) will be holding a public hearing on a bill he has co-sponsored that would put gun shows under the supervision of the federal government.

The bill, HR 2324, would subject gun show hosts to a slew of pointless, time consuming regulations in addition to heaping all sorts of red tape and record keeping requirements on gun show hosts and participants.

The ultimate goal of Quigley’s bill is to make hosting a gun show too much of a hassle to endure. As a result, this bill would quickly make gun shows disappear all together.

It should be noted that Congressman Mark Kirk (IL-10) is another co-sponsor of this slap to the face of the 2nd Amendment.-[source]