Al Agnew Posted March 11, 2009 Posted March 11, 2009 Right now I'm not very worried about the federal government passing more gun control laws. For one thing, the Democrats aren't monolithic on the issue, and the Republicans pretty well are monolithic. So I don't think there are enough votes in the Senate to get anything passed. I don't know who all is doing all the scare tactics, but somebody certainly is with all the spikes in gun and ammo sales. Several Democrats in both house and senate won with a substantial portion of the rural vote in their states and districts, and I gotta believe they aren't going to tick off that group of people who voted them in. The usual suspects will be pushing for various new laws, but I just don't think they have the muscle to get much done. But when an actual bill not only gets introduced but gets some serious sponsorship, THEN I'll get concerned.
Trout Stalker Posted March 11, 2009 Author Posted March 11, 2009 The banning of assault weapons, ammo, or ANY type of firearm for that matter is not going to stop or even reduce the number of killings one bit... Such a very true statement.
Trout Stalker Posted March 11, 2009 Author Posted March 11, 2009 I just have to add this. My son and I will take the 22 rifles to the range just to see who will mow the yard next. Best shot sets in the lawn chair watching other mow. Sounds crazy doesn't it.
Trout Stalker Posted March 11, 2009 Author Posted March 11, 2009 Don't blame yourself TS. This place is getting so big with all of the sub forums it is getting harder and harder to navigate. Thanks Chief for the support. Sometimes I'll reply to a post and can't remember where it was the next day.
Whack'emGood Posted March 11, 2009 Posted March 11, 2009 I did a lengthly search of news sites and reported civilian unlawful shootings (both in the cities AND rural areas) and I'm confused as hell. I did not find one report where an assault type weapon was used or even mentioned. Just happened yesterday: Gunman Turns Small Alabama Town Into Slaughterhouse Chief Says Gunman Attacked With an AK-47 Assault Rifle March 11, 2009 http://abcnews.go.com/US/story?id=7055006&page=1 Here's a bunch more. http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navc...g+assault+rifle Just happened today: 17 dead in German school shooting Wednesday March 11, 2009 http://www.skynews.com.au/news/article.aspx?id=310987 You said show you... there you go. "Success builds confidence, and you have to learn to trust your instincts and forget about fishing the way a tournament is supposed to be won. I'm going to fish my style and make it work for me." -KEVIN VANDAM "Confidence is the best lure in your tackle box." -GERALD SWINDLE "A-Rig? Thanks, but no thanks. If I can't catch them on the conventional tackle that I already use, then I guess I just can't catch them." -LK (WHACK'EM)
Whack'emGood Posted March 11, 2009 Posted March 11, 2009 Didn't have to reasearch. It's been all over the news. It's hard to argue the point when that many innocent people get slaughtered with an assault rifle. How many would those murderers have killed with a knife? Just a few I would imagine... but not 10 or 16 for sure. Nothing you can say would make sense at this point. All of those people are dead. "Success builds confidence, and you have to learn to trust your instincts and forget about fishing the way a tournament is supposed to be won. I'm going to fish my style and make it work for me." -KEVIN VANDAM "Confidence is the best lure in your tackle box." -GERALD SWINDLE "A-Rig? Thanks, but no thanks. If I can't catch them on the conventional tackle that I already use, then I guess I just can't catch them." -LK (WHACK'EM)
msamatt Posted March 11, 2009 Posted March 11, 2009 Gents: As fascinating as this thread is, how in the world did it end up i the "General Angling Discussion" section? There are other places on the forum for this topic. Unless of course the guy who started it went to his local gun shop to buy some 9mm pistol ammo in order to go shoot some carp or something... Matt Wier http://missourismallmouthalliance.blogspot.com The Missouri Smallmouth Alliance: Recreation, Education, and Conservation since 1992
Whack'emGood Posted March 11, 2009 Posted March 11, 2009 Gents: As fascinating as this thread is, how in the world did it end up i the "General Angling Discussion" section? There are other places on the forum for this topic. Unless of course the guy who started it went to his local gun shop to buy some 9mm pistol ammo in order to go shoot some carp or something... I agree... I said that earlier, but I was pronounced wrong on that point... apparently. And on that note, I will cease to contribute to this thread-- and any others that aren't fishing related. It is just silly really. "Success builds confidence, and you have to learn to trust your instincts and forget about fishing the way a tournament is supposed to be won. I'm going to fish my style and make it work for me." -KEVIN VANDAM "Confidence is the best lure in your tackle box." -GERALD SWINDLE "A-Rig? Thanks, but no thanks. If I can't catch them on the conventional tackle that I already use, then I guess I just can't catch them." -LK (WHACK'EM)
Forsythian Posted March 12, 2009 Posted March 12, 2009 Didn't have to reasearch. It's been all over the news. It's hard to argue the point when that many innocent people get slaughtered with an assault rifle. How many would those murderers have killed with a knife? Just a few I would imagine... but not 10 or 16 for sure. Nothing you can say would make sense at this point. All of those people are dead. The guy in Alabama had (apparently) a fully automatic rifle, which I believe to already be illegal. He no doubt appreciated the fact that his victims were unarmed I'm sure. The kid in Germany had a handgun, which I believe to be something other than an assault rifle. Just guessing there... I'm not a gun expert by any means... but despite the many definitions attributed to the term "assault rifle" (each definition taylored for one side of the debate or the other) this is the first time I've seen a handgun referred to as an assault rifle. Cenosillicaphobiac
Chief Grey Bear Posted March 12, 2009 Posted March 12, 2009 From what I have noticed in the news, print news seems for the most not use the term "assult" and TV news seems to like the term "assult" Now it goes without saying there are exceptions. BTW, for any of you looking for ammo, I happen to be at Orscheln's, which is a large farm store chain, this evening and there didn't seem to be any shortage. Numerous boxes of .22, 270, 308, and many others. Chief Grey Bear Living is dangerous to your health Owner Ozark Fishing Expeditions Co-Owner, Chief Executive Product Development Team Jerm Werm Executive Pro Staff Team Agnew Executive Pro Staff Paul Dallas Productions Executive Pro Staff Team Heddon, River Division Chief Primary Consultant Missouri Smallmouth Alliance Executive Vice President Ronnie Moore Outdoors
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