Tag Archives: Right to keep and bear arms

Author Calls for National Firearms Carry; 1st Responders are”We the People”

Gun Laws of America by Alan Korwin, Author January 31, 2011 http://www.gunlaws.com/ In wake of known threats, leaving citizens defenseless is wrong. Recent events have made it painfully obvious that murderous trouble can erupt at any time and in any … Continue reading →

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“Project Gunwalker” Update

“Project Gunwalker” may have strolled from Arizona to Texas. The gun that was used by a smuggler to kill ICE Agent Jaime Zapata last month in Mexico has been traced to a Texas gun shop, where it was purchased by … Continue reading →

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New Mexico; Several NRA Supported Bills up before Legislature

New Mexico: Update on NRA-Backed Bills Moving in Santa Fe The New Mexico Legislature is in full swing in Santa Fe and several NRA-supported measures are currently, or will soon be, pending before the House Judiciary Committee: * House Bill … Continue reading →

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Gunrunning Scandal uncovered at the ATF

February 23, 2011 Program aimed at stopping the flow of weapons from the US to Mexico may have allegedly had the opposite effect WATCH VIDEO BELOW: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7357550n&tag=related;photovideo 74 Comments By Sharyl Attkisson (CBSNews) WASHINGTON – Keeping American weapons from getting … Continue reading →

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BATFE’s “Project Gunrunner” Comes Under Additional Scrutiny

Friday, 2/25/11: From NRA-ILA We have previously reported on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ “Project Gunrunner” and its inherent problems.  Established in 2007, this program sought to expand the agency’s firearm tracing operations to address trafficking to … Continue reading →

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National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Bill Introduced In U.S. House

02/25/11 National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Bill Introduced In U.S. House Last week, H.R. 822, was introduced in the U.S. House by Representatives Cliff Stearns (R-Fla.) and Heath Schuler (D-N.C.).  The measure would allow any person with a valid state-issued concealed carry … Continue reading →

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U.S. House Votes to Block Unauthorized Record Keeping on Gun Owners

Friday, February 18, 2011 Fairfax, Va. – The U.S. House of Representatives adopted an amendment to H.R. 1 offered by Reps. Dan Boren (D-OK) and Denny Rehberg (R-MT) that prohibits the use of federal funds for a new and unauthorized … Continue reading →

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Florida Bill would Ban Doctors from asking about Guns

The Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A bill that would prohibit doctors from asking patients if they own guns or denying treatment if patients refuse to answer questions about gun ownership earned its first approval. The Senate Justice Committee voted … Continue reading →

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Senator Schumer, Joined by Mayor Bloomberg, Unveils Legislation for Tougher Penalties for States That Don’t Comply with Background Checks; Measure Modeled After Mayors Against Illegal Guns Proposal

NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2011 — Legislation Increases Penalties for States that Fail to Report Drug Abusers, Domestic Violence Offenders, and Mentally Ill to National Do-Not-Sell List; Would Also Close Loophole Allowing Private Sellers to Get Around Background Check Arizona … Continue reading →

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Manhattan Jury finds Man who had Loaded Gun in his car Not Guilty

By DAVID K. LI Last Updated: 7:04 PM, February 24, 2011 Posted: 11:41 AM, February 24, 2011 Jurors today shot down the DA’s hunt for a Florida man, and acquitted him on a felony rap for coming into New York … Continue reading →

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Gun Group to Holder: Investigate ‘Project Gunwalker’ or Step Down

Feb. 24, 2011 “Washington State’s leading gun rights advocate wants heads to roll over the ‘Project Gunrunner’ scandal, which was launched in 2009 ostensibly to curb the flow of American guns – some traced back to the Evergreen State – … Continue reading →

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The Relationship & Relevance of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

by Jacob G. Hornberger May 2001 THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was one of the most remarkable periods in history, not so much for the military battles that were fought but for the ideas and principles that were expressed during that time. … Continue reading →

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“Texas Poised to Pass Bill Allowing Guns on Campus”

2/21/2011 The Associated Press reports: Texas is preparing to give college students and professors the right to carry guns on campus, adding momentum to a national campaign to open this part of society to firearms. More than half of the … Continue reading →

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Senators Lugar, Lieberman looking into ‘Project Gunwalker’ Charges

February 21st, 2011 7:34 pm ET Gun rights advocates following the “Project Gunwalker” story have received replies from their United States Senators, Richard Lugar (R- Ind) and Joseph Lieberman (I-Conn), who say they are aware of allegations about gun monitoring … Continue reading →

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Lawmakers Push for Legislation to Overturn Obama Ban on M1 Importations

Lawmakers Offer Legislation To Allow Importation Of M1s Friday, February 18, 2011 In 2009, the Obama administration approved the importation and sale of collectible, American-made M1 Garand rifles and M1 carbines from South Korea. However, the administration reversed its decision … Continue reading →

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Bloomberg Takes Anti-Gun Sideshow On The Road

Friday, February 18, 2011 No one can say that New York City mayor and anti-gun gadfly Michael Bloomberg doesn’t support getting Americans back to work — at least those who don’t operate snow removal equipment in New York City. But … Continue reading →

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What Was Really Behind Nassau County’s Gun Store Raids?

Friday, February 18, 2011 Long Island Lawyer BLOG Nassau County raided four Gun Shops in a $80,000 tax-payer funded sting operation on Wednesday. The owners and employees were arrested and charged with selling illegal “assault weapons” to undercover Nassau County … Continue reading →

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Man Shot in NE Denver Home Invasion; Castle Doctrine

The DENVER POST By Kieran Nicholson Posted: 02/11/2011 09:42:03 AM MST,  Updated: 02/11/2011 09:49:19 AM MST A man was shot in northeast Denver last night during a home invasion, police said. The incident happened at about 8 p.m. at 3540 High St., … Continue reading →

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Letter to NM State Senators Urging Support for SB220; Castle Doctrine

Dear Senators, I am very pleased that New Mexico is poised to become one of over 30 states to look at and pass “Castle Doctrine” legislation.  I am writing to ask for your support and vote to pass this bill. … Continue reading →

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Putting The Anti-Gun – Gun Control Rhetoric and Absurdity into Perspective

Close the Car Show Loophole Posted by Peter Suciu on February 16, 2011 · Leave a Comment Our friends at Ammoland offered an insightful piece on the absurdity of cries to close “loopholes.” In this case, a reader offered the … Continue reading →

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