[anothersteve]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

Wow...just WOW!

Reading some of these posts, is there still a question on why our nation...is where it is, right now?

One can only hope, that the more extreme viewpoints are really..."a dying breed."

Make no mistake, that is NOT (unlike some other folks here, who feel differently and wish the worst for those that disagree with them), meant to mean...I wished certain people no longer lived.

I wouldn't, and have never, wished that...even on my worst enemy.

I just wish that their (remember, this applies ONLY to "some") extremist/vitriolic/hatred attitudes weren't so alive and I will continue to put my faith in the younger generations, who on the whole...have been shown to be less racist/judgemental/bigoted/Etc. than so many of their elders.

And yes, I fully expect and understand that there might be a 'couple' of folks who will vehemently disagree with my opinion(s)/viewpoint(s)...and level the personal attacks.

I'm ready though.

Personal attacks are not allowed.........

Steve

[Barborv]

These rioters, looters and so called protesters are leading the young clueless sheep to pasture. These groups like Antifa or BLM have a sole purpose. They are trying to lead the way to their New World Order! They want to change America the way they see it. They are slowly working their way into our school systems, our government, etc. America better wake up.

[Aloha1]

Originally Posted by Lindsyburnsy

There is no Antifa, but there is a group of white men who are known as the Boogaloo Boys. They are known for wearing Hawaiian Shirts and communicate on social media to plan for anti-government disruption. A couple of them have already been arrested for killing cops recently. Thank goodness there is more than one source of media to fact check this information.

No Antifa?? Where have you been hiding out?

[Bucco]

Originally Posted by Barborv

These rioters, looters and so called protesters are leading the young clueless sheep to pasture. These groups like Antifa or BLM have a sole purpose. They are trying to lead the way to their New World Order! They want to change America the way they see it. They are slowly working their way into our school systems, our government, etc. America better wake up.

You stopped short and never mentioned the groups that are the leaders in this movement and it ain't Anifa or BLM.

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

That's one NRA rationalization. They are just profiting off of male testosterone and bias. There are 10 other talking point rationalizations that someone will probably list. Bit, I appreciate that someone took the time to read and analyze my post. Thank you.

Hmmm, I suspect that quite a few female shooters could take exception to the insinuation that guys are the only citizens that appreciate firearms. The last time I was at the Ocala National Forest outdoor shooting range, I would guess that one out of four shooters were female. Please enlighten me; how does the NRA "profit" off of American citizens? I'm not a member, but I thought the NRA was an organization of shooting enthusiasts that champion the 2nd Amendment right and firearm marksmanship and safety.

"The National Rifle Association is America's longest-standing civil rights organization."

“NRA Foundation” is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.

[Bucco]

Originally Posted by Guest

You stopped short and never mentioned the groups that are the leaders in this movement and it ain't Anifa or BLM.

ANTIFA and BLM are minor leaguers if anyone takes the time and really wants to know.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by Guest

Hmmm, I suspect that quite a few female shooters could take exception to the insinuation that guys are the only citizens that appreciate firearms. The last time I was at the Ocala National Forest outdoor shooting range, I would guess that one out of four shooters were female. Please enlighten me; how does the NRA "profit" off of American citizens? I'm not a member, but I thought the NRA was an organization of shooting enthusiasts that champion the 2nd Amendment right and firearm marksmanship and safety.

"The National Rifle Association is America's longest-standing civil rights organization."

“NRA Foundation” is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.

That's how it was founded, and what its original mission was. It is currently one of the most powerful, influential, and profitable lobbyist organizations in the country. They fight against ANY restrictions on firearms - including universal background checks. In other words - all the criminals who have an extensive criminal history of gun violence - all the people who have violent histories but have not yet ever registered for gun ownership and are trying to do so now... the NRA supports NOT doing a background check to ensure that the guns aren't just being put into those hands.

They're basically saying "hey you - with the $250 permit fee written in nice neat letters on your check. Wanna buy a gun? Oh, you might have been arrested for beating all three of your previous wives? Nah don't worry about it. Just don't put that on the application form, we won't be checking you out anyway. Here. Have a gun, and a nice day."

That is the NRA in a nutshell, now. A far cry from what it once was.

[Lindsyburnsy]

Originally Posted by ALadysMom

Last night I was trying to put myself in another’s shoes.

The shoes I tried on were worn with a blue shirt with a badge on it.

I thought about how demoralizing and bizarrely upside-down it must feel to have the ‘Big guys’ Like the Mayor or the Governor tell you to

arrest people who are trying to earn a living like shop owners & other people who aren’t wearing masks or staying 6 feet apart

AND then be told by those same decision makers

to stand-down & watch rioters & looters who are stealIng & destroying & endangering the future of entire communities, if not the nation

Crazy.

Gave me a whole new insight into their job requirements.

Would you rather be a police officer or an African American man?

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by Lindsyburnsy

Would you rather be a police officer or an African American man?

Why cant I be both?

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

That's how it was founded, and what its original mission was. It is currently one of the most powerful, influential, and profitable lobbyist organizations in the country. They fight against ANY restrictions on firearms - including universal background checks. In other words - all the criminals who have an extensive criminal history of gun violence - all the people who have violent histories but have not yet ever registered for gun ownership and are trying to do so now... the NRA supports NOT doing a background check to ensure that the guns aren't just being put into those hands.

They're basically saying "hey you - with the $250 permit fee written in nice neat letters on your check. Wanna buy a gun? Oh, you might have been arrested for beating all three of your previous wives? Nah don't worry about it. Just don't put that on the application form, we won't be checking you out anyway. Here. Have a gun, and a nice day."

That is the NRA in a nutshell, now. A far cry from what it once was.

Other than personal gun sales and family exchanges, ALL gun sales through a gun business/store requires a background check. I have frequented gun shows for years and always had to have a background check to purchase a gun. The only exception to that rule was when I had a CCW, which requires an extensive background and proof that one has the ability and knowledge of handling a gun safely.
I think that some folks like to believe that the NRA is the boogieman, but that is more likely just due to ignorance. I support the NRA even though I am not a member. They have done a lot of good. They have improved gun safety in schools and proficiency in law enforcement.

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by Lindsyburnsy

Would you rather be a police officer or an African American man?

I've had the privilege of knowing ONE true AFRICAN American police officer, and quite a few Black police officers. It's funny how I never really thought of them as black or white officers. I based my opinion of the men and women solely upon their job performance. But, take a Black officer and have them patrol a black community and that officer is no longer considered Black, but BLUE and no different than a white police officer to that community.
Maybe if folks would stop worrying about semantics when it comes to race and just start thinking of themselves as Americans, then a lot of this stuff would cease. One does not refer to themselves as European Americans to refer to the color of one's skin. I have a son-in-law that is a REAL African by birth. He lives in America and does not use the term African American. He just says "American." I am not saying that one must give up their supposed "culture or heritage" if they really think they know what their true genealogy is. I do suggest that if one wants to be accepted by ALL, then they might think about assimilating into the American culture and heritage. And yes, American is different than European, even if we speak the same language..........sort of.

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

The Villages IS like a reservation. One last stop before HEAVEN or the wherever.

For some, I believe this is as close to heaven as they will ever get. Might as well enjoy it. For those that criticize this place, ain't America great?

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by Byte1

Other than personal gun sales and family exchanges, ALL gun sales through a gun business/store requires a background check. I have frequented gun shows for years and always had to have a background check to purchase a gun. The only exception to that rule was when I had a CCW, which requires an extensive background and proof that one has the ability and knowledge of handling a gun safely.
I think that some folks like to believe that the NRA is the boogieman, but that is more likely just due to ignorance. I support the NRA even though I am not a member. They have done a lot of good. They have improved gun safety in schools and proficiency in law enforcement.

The only background check required on a federal level is the NICS: National Instant Criminal (background check) System. This was originally presented as the Brady Bill, and was lobbied HEAVILY against by - your pals at the NRA. They spent millions to defeat it and succeeded in limiting its functionality.

The NRA is no friend to defense. They exist to push guns, period. They don't care who owns them. They used to. But they stopped caring decades ago and are now nothing more than a lobby for the gun manufacturing industry.

[billethkid]

Apparently, what the NRA needs is a black spokes person.....then all would be okie dokie....like taking over cities and looting and burning and destruction of property, killing each other.....et al!!

[Kenswing]

Originally Posted by billethkid

Apparently, what the NRA needs is a black spokes person.....then all would be okie dokie....like taking over cities and looting and burning and destruction of property, killing each other.....et al!!

Here's a strong contender..