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Burkhead: Political Violence and the Second Amendment – The Truth About Guns

Burkhead: Political Violence and the Second Amendment - The Truth About Guns

Violence, then, is really only justified when there is no other recourse, when speech is shut down, when public opinion no longer matters, when elections are decided, as alluded to by Stalin, not by those who vote, but by those who count the votes. And when you cross that line, its not an issue of protest and go home but its war.

Dont kid yourself that its anything else. The war might be justified, but it remains a war and you are an enemy combatant to the powers that be. They might just treat you as a criminal if they dont want to acknowledge the war. Or they may go ahead and acknowledge the war and brand you a traitor. In either case, you are pledging your life, your fortune, and your sacred honor to that cause.

If you arent ready to do that, then keep your protest peaceful, and stay far away from those who do not.

David Burkhead in Political Violence and the Second Amendment

Burkhead: Political Violence and the Second Amendment

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Filibuster Preservation Bought Two Years For The Second Amendment – AmmoLand Shooting Sports News

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Washington DC -(AmmoLand.com)-The decision by Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin to keep the legislative filibuster has given Second Amendment supporters something they desperately needed: Time. The next two years will be critical, both to shift the Senate landscape and to also regain the House.

Sinema and Manchin are not the most reliable of champions. In 2018, we noted that Martha McSally was a better choice as compared to the former. The latter could have been replaced by West Virginia Attorney General Pat Morrissey. Those two races, and the failure to beat Jon Tester loom large now. Had we won, it would mean control the Senate stayed in GOP hands, and it would have been a massive check on the Biden-Harris regime.

That is not the case, though. But by keeping the filibuster, it means the Supreme Court keeps its sure 5-4 majority on Second Amendment cases (6-3 if Roberts wants to influence who writes the rulings). That means there is a chance for key Second Amendment cases, like the Duncan case, to reach the Supreme Court, and shift that landscape in our favor.

This also will halt some of the worst legislative efforts, like campaign reform legislation that really has silencing opposition to anti-Second Amendment politicians and legislation as its aim. Again, we have just seen that our chances of taking back Congress from those who would steal our freedoms have improved.

But more importantly, it gives us time to win a lot of the local and state elections that will dictate the course of the 2024 presidential election. These state and local races matter big-time, and in many cases, they take much less effort to win than a congressional race, much less some of the statewide races.

Here, though, is the most important thing that Second Amendment supporters now have time to do: They have time to have those conversations that can change peoples minds about Second Amendment issues. The Biden-Harris regime is, as many predicted, governing in a manner to please the most extreme elements and this is a chance for Second Amendment supporters to capitalize on this.

The fact that we are confronting what has to be the most hostile regime to our Second Amendment rights in Americas history require we step up. To build strength for the 2021 off-year elections and 2022 midterms that will shape future elections, Second Amendment supporters should support the NRAs Institute for Legislative Action and Political Victory Fund.

About Harold Hutchison

Writer Harold Hutchison has more than a dozen years of experience covering military affairs, international events, U.S. politics and Second Amendment issues. Harold was consulting senior editor at Soldier of Fortune magazine and is the author of the novel Strike Group Reagan. He has also written for the Daily Caller, National Review, Patriot Post, Strategypage.com, and other national websites.

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La Crosse speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jan. 29, 2021 – La Crosse Tribune

Curtail non-essential outings so we get through this

I write this letter out of concern for all those who read this. We have all stood tall as the pandemic grinds on (Some compare it to being in a SF novel). But there is more to be done!

We are all familiar with what public officials insist that we do (masks, social distancing, hand washing, avoiding crowds ect). For the most part, we have done our part. But, I have seen a behavior that needs to be addressed. I have seen too many vulnerable individuals out and about. For most of us, Covid is mild or even asymptomatic. But for some, due to age, underlying health conditions, and other factors, it becomes a serious, even deadly disease.

Hence, I implore those whom I have described to limit or curtail non-essential outings. And I implore those who love and care for these folks to urge the same (and do the same for themselves, so they dont bring it home). The end is in sight, and how we finish can save lives. Those who care for the vulnerable must offer to run errands, sparing these folks from exposure. Doing so, we must support all involved emotionally.

The pandemic weighs upon us all, but we are closer to the end than to the beginning. LET US ALL MOVE FORWARD!

Supporting Rebecca Schwarz for council

I was happy to see that Rebecca Schwarz is running for La Crosse City Council in District 10. Ive had the pleasure of working with her on a number of committees and can confirm that she is forward-thinking and conscientious.

Her decisions are guided by thoughtfulness, honesty and integrity. She does the necessary homework, listens to all sides of every issue, and makes consistently sound and ethical decisions.

Schwarz will truly represent the interests of all her constituents. She is open, listens to all concerns, and communicates in a clear, respectful, and direct manner. Additionally, Rebecca is diligent and willing to put in the time and energy thats necessary to understand the inner workings of city government.

I trust Schwarz to serve District 10 and the entire City of La Crosse with hard work, integrity and thoughtfulness. She will be a great addition to the City Council. I encourage all members of District 10 to vote in the April elections and to vote for Rebecca Schwarz.

Vote against Vernon County resolution

The Constitution was never intended to be a free pass to violate the rules of basic safety and fairness. We have common-sense boundaries on many of its provisions. The Constitution guarantees Freedom of Religion, but we cant have human sacrifice. The Constitution guarantees Freedom of Speech, but we cant lie in a contract.

Given the lethal potential of guns, the Second Amendment in particular should not be immune to reasonable boundaries. America has more guns per person, and more gun deaths, than any other advanced nation. The last thing we suffer from is a lack of gun rights.

By opposing any boundaries, the 2nd Amendment Preservation resolution before the Vernon County Board has potential to hurt all of us. And as a nationwide initiative, it could come to your county.

Nobody wants to limit hunting, or a pistol for home-defense, but having an assault rifle hanging from your shoulder is just showing off. Its thuggery. Weve seen this push for unlimited gun privileges produce a sense of entitlement for violence. This attitude created the Wolverine Watchmen, who planned to execute Michigan officials, and the Proud Boys, happy to prepare for violence if given the signal, and the Bundy group, who felt it was their right to exploit, then seize, Federal lands, and most recently, the seditious violence at the Capital.

This resolution fans the flames of that mindset. It commits the county to oppose any law that would in any way regulate gun behavior. More lawlessness! How is that Constitutional? Lets replace this toxic perspective with civil responsibility and common sense. Vernon County Board members, please vote against this destructive resolution.

Could this be a new slogan?

A story is circulating that leaders of the Wisconsin and Minnesota GOP parties, in an effort to counteract recent negative publicity related to their votes against both certifying presidential election results and presidential impeachment and also forwarding legislation to hamper Covid-19 steps taken by their respective governors, have taken a step which they feel will enhance their standing among voters.

They have jointly adopted what they feel is a new voter-grabbing slogan: Join your Minnesota/Wisconsin GOP as we walk backwards in the dark.

In a related item, their buddy, Mike Lindell, is supposedly having his MyPillow factory retrofitted to make outfits for his traitorous friends. They come in two prison colors: traditional black and white striped and also flashy orange both available as straitjackets.

Why resolution is right for Vernon County

The Vernon County Public Hearing for the Vernon County Second Amendment Preservation Resolution will be held February 1, the board meets February 2. See the VernonCounty.org website calendar for details.

I am the author of this resolution. After becoming aware of other Sanctuary Resolutions passed by other County Boards, I learned Monroe County was holding a hearing, and voting on February 26, 2020. I attended the meeting, heard opinions, and read many other resolutions. Many resolutions used the term sanctuary, and some other resolutions stated their county board wouldnt fund, and their sheriff wouldnt enforce certain Second Amendment control measures.

To me, the term preservation is more appropriate, and a better example for other County Boards that may choose to submit a future resolution. So, I wrote this resolution to support our current rights, and oppose future legislation.

The resolution was discussed at the Law Enforcement Committee in July with public input, that committee passed a motion to move the resolution forward, with time for more public input, to the full County Board. Other issues delayed the public hearing until the February date.

This resolution is not about political parties or 2020 political issues. Brown County, Illinois, passed the first resolution in 2007. Today more than 1,165 counties across this country, over 37%, have passed resolutions, including 12 counties in Wisconsin.

I support the Constitution, the guarantees of personal freedoms, and the clearly defined limitations of the governments power. Do you?

Supporting Mackenzie Mindel for council

With only one city council incumbent running for re-election this Spring, La Crosse voters have the opportunity to elect candidates that offer fresh perspectives and creative solutions to the challenges facing our community. Those of us who live in District 8 are especially lucky to have the chance to vote for Mackenzie Mindel.

Ive known Mackenzie for six years, and am proud to call her a neighbor and a friend. She is a thoughtful decision maker with an extensive background in community engagement and comprehensive planning that will serve herand our communitywell. She is a skilled communicator, a creative problem solver, and someone I already turn to often when I have questions about how or why city decisions are made.

Mindel is a homeowner in District 8 and a new parent; I trust her to make present-day decisions with an eye toward the future, carefully balancing immediate needs with long-term goals. I believe she will help our city make good on its promise to become carbon-neutral by 2050, a necessary contribution to the international fight to slow climate change. Similarly, I have faith that her education in sustainable leadership and social innovation will be an asset to our district, which houses a university, a medical facility, and several small businesses, all of which are retooling and rebuilding as the COVID pandemic continues to take its toll.

Mackenzie is compassionate, knowledgeable, and ready to lead, I look forward to casting my vote for her to represent District 8 on April 13.

A lack of courage

Politics as usual it appears. The Republicans havent a leg to stand on with the Trump impeachment and wish it would all go away. So its rhetoric like we need to move forward and its time to heal is all they can come back with.

History will show that the lack of courage and their own self interest is what will bring the country down so that they can retain whatever power they can hold on to with no thought of the common good of the country.

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Letter to the editor: Vote against Vernon County resolution – La Crosse Tribune

The Constitution was never intended to be a free pass to violate the rules of basic safety and fairness. We have common-sense boundaries on many of its provisions. The Constitution guarantees Freedom of Religion, but we cant have human sacrifice. The Constitution guarantees Freedom of Speech, but we cant lie in a contract.

Given the lethal potential of guns, the Second Amendment in particular should not be immune to reasonable boundaries. America has more guns per person, and more gun deaths, than any other advanced nation. The last thing we suffer from is a lack of gun rights.

By opposing any boundaries, the 2nd Amendment Preservation resolution before the Vernon County Board has potential to hurt all of us. And as a nationwide initiative, it could come to your county.

Nobody wants to limit hunting, or a pistol for home-defense, but having an assault rifle hanging from your shoulder is just showing off. Its thuggery. Weve seen this push for unlimited gun privileges produce a sense of entitlement for violence. This attitude created the Wolverine Watchmen, who planned to execute Michigan officials, and the Proud Boys, happy to prepare for violence if given the signal, and the Bundy group, who felt it was their right to exploit, then seize, Federal lands, and most recently, the seditious violence at the Capital.

This resolution fans the flames of that mindset. It commits the county to oppose any law that would in any way regulate gun behavior. More lawlessness! How is that Constitutional? Lets replace this toxic perspective with civil responsibility and common sense. Vernon County Board members, please vote against this destructive resolution.

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AZ, WV, The Fillibuster, the Second Amendment, and the Supreme Court – AmmoLand Shooting Sports News

Images from wikipedia, combined, cropped, scaled and text added by Dean Weingarten

U.S.A. -(AmmoLand.com)- Much of the Bill of Rights may hang on the resolution of two Democrat senators, Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona and Joe Manchin of West Virginia. Both states are noted as being strong supporters of the Second Amendment. Both senators have stated they will vote to uphold the Senate filibuster rule. Their votes may determine the future of the Republic.

From thedailycaller.com:

Kyrsten is against eliminating the filibuster, and she is not open to changing her mind about eliminating the filibuster, a spokesperson for Sinema told the Washington Post on Monday.

From thehill.com:

Manchin, speaking to reporters in the Capitol, reiterated that he does not support going nuclear to gut the 60-vote legislative filibuster and indicated that there was no timeline where, if Republicans blocked legislation, he would change his mind.

I do not support doing away with the filibuster under any condition. Its not who I am, Manchin said.

The filibuster is a Senate rule which requires 60 senators to vote to end debate. This creates a requirement for 60 votes to pass legislation in the Senate.

An exception to the filibuster exists for reconciliation votes on pending matters with the House. Obamacare was passed using the reconciliation process, which many consider an illegitimate use of the process.

The Democrats eliminated the filibuster for judicial appointments during the Obama regime. The Republicans extended the elimination to Supreme Court appointments, and to limit debate on the appointments of judges.

With 50 Republican and 50 Democrat senators, many leftists are calling for the elimination of the filibuster rule to allow them to force as many radical bills through the Congress as they can, as fast as they can, while they control both chambers of Congress with slim majorities.

Massive numbers of untracked and mail-in ballots would make voter fraud difficult to find and prosecute, which many claim happened in Georgia, Nevada, and Wisconsin. With the partisan leftist Media and Tech Oligarchs having effective control over which elections are investigated, this would bias national elections even more in favor of Democrats.

With the Media and the Tech Oligarchs exposed as far-left partisans, there is movement in the states to preserve voting integrity. The left sees this as a threat. Many Leftists believe their slender control of the Senate is their last chance to pass radical changes through the legislature. The Democrat majority in the House is also slender, with only 10 votes separating the 232 Democrats and the Republicans.

Democrats may lose control of both the House and the Senate in 2022 if the radical changes proposed by the Left are prevented from happening for two years.

Senator Kyrsten Sinema has become a sort of McCain of the Democrats, being willing to reach across the aisle to conservatives from time to time. She has been gaining a reputation for independence from the Democrat herd. Senator Sinema maintains offices at three locations. Comments can be left on answering machines at all three locations.

Senator Manchin has occasionally sided with conservatives as well, but is not considered as independent as Sinema. He maintains offices in four locations. Comments can be left on answering machines at all four locations.

There are 20 Republican senators up for election in 2022 and 14 Democrats.

The entire House of Representatives is up for election every two years.

Republicans gained seats in the House of Representatives in 2020, indicating any voter fraud could be overcome at the House of Representative level.

Senators Sinema and Manchin should be encouraged to uphold the long tradition of the Senate filibuster. Their support may be the tenuous string to uphold the Republic, the consent of the governed, and the Bill of Rights over the next two years.

About Dean Weingarten:

Dean Weingarten has been a peace officer, a military officer, was on the University of Wisconsin Pistol Team for four years, and was first certified to teach firearms safety in 1973. He taught the Arizona concealed carry course for fifteen years until the goal of Constitutional Carry was attained. He has degrees in meteorology and mining engineering, and retired from the Department of Defense after a 30 year career in Army Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation.

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