::: One of the guys discussing this was the man who was arrested at Old Country Buffet. He is an FFL ... :::

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::: ... Their federal lawsuit against Dickson City is scheduled for December in Federal court. ... :::

And who is their lawyer? Certainly isn't the likes of JP. They probably went and hired one of those high-fallootin' lawyers from the big city.

Actually I think it worked out GREAT!!

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-- Edited by Agamemnon on Wednesday 30th of September 2009 06:46:36 AM

Free Speech does't require a multi-paragrah disclaimer Mr. Pilchesky.

Hell, why not a...

... bazooka?
...flame-thrower?
...sidewinder heat-seeking missle?
...TOW anti-tank missle?

...the (moronic) possibilities are endless. 

Free Speech does't require a multi-paragrah disclaimer Mr. Pilchesky.

  That is exactly right they did look like a bunch of loons, which by the way caused them to harm their cause not further it.  Most people need to remember just because you can do something does not mean you should do it, common sense is supposed to play into your actions as well.  In the event of some disaster or major problem I will be happy to see people who are law abiding openly displaying their fire arms to discourage any law breaking<i.e. looting during a blackout> but generally speaking day to day to is just not necessary, unless, of course, you feel woefully inadequate in other areas.














-- Edited by IHavehadenoughofhaters on Saturday 3rd of October 2009 09:30:50 AM

The ordinance is not a bad thing, but some folks subscribe to the "slippery slope" theory when it comes to EVERYTHING.  In my experience, the hard-core NRA crowd are some of the worst offenders.  You know, it's the group that thinks outlawing the ownership shoulder-fired missiles will automatically lead to government agents coming into your house to confiscate your shotgun.  Lunacy...sheer lunacy.

Free Speech does't require a multi-paragrah disclaimer Mr. Pilchesky.

I am not a card-carrying member of the NRA, but I do believe in my right to own a gun and to use that gun to protect myself and my family. I've got an itty-bitty .38. Yes, it is licensed. It's been sitting untouched on my closet shelf, in the same strong box that I put it in almost 20 years ago. Also rattling around that box are six bullets.

Do I think I'll ever have to use it? Hopefully not.
Can I get to it if I need it? Yes.
Will I be able to pull that trigger if I'm face-to-face with some snot-nosed kid looking for my jewelry? I don't think so.
Will I be able to pull that trigger if anyone in my family's life is endangered? You betcha.

I can understand how some people will own more than one gun - hunters, collectors, etc. But why the hell does anyone need to have their very own armory? Why would anyone need to have multiple AK47's and/or assault rifles? Not just to have them, to collect them, to admire them -- but be able to USE them and get bent out of shape when (or if) you're questioned about it. No deer or turkey hunter needs an assault rife to take down Bambi.

You've got a handgun, more power to you. You have a permit to carry it concealed, good for you. You feel the necessity, not only to take it into a restaurant or a public venue, but to advertise it by wearing it on your belt, you're just showing off and are looking for a fight. Maybe not a gunfight, but you're pushing the envelope just for the sake of pushing it. That's pilcheski's credo - push push push until someone pushes back, and then cry like a girl about it and claim your constitutional rights are being infringed upon.

Girl Thursday, after 20 years in a box, I think the gun will still work, but the bullets probably will not. 

The whole 2nd amendment gun thing is something that should be decided at the state level, not the municipal one.  There are simply too many little towns, burroughs and villages in this Commonwealth to make it practical. 

I imagine openly carrying a gun on your hip would be a deterrent to many criminals.  But from my perspective, a lot of the folks filmed at these meetings would be hard pressed to retain those sidearms if a person with some skill attempted to take the gun from them.

Their holsters aren't designed for security, and don't have the the requisite retention devices like those worn by police and sheriffs.

Finally, what in God's name are our state legislators thinking allowing "open carry" anyway?  In Pennsylvania, you must pass a test and possess a license to drive a car, but if you are 21 and have a couple hundred bucks you can walk around like Wyatt Earp, no training required.  In fact, as long as you haven't been convicted of a crime, and you're capable of filing out the paperwork, you can purchase a handgun and wear it on your side.

Somehow, I thought the standards should be a little more restrictive.         

Great post Balko! I don't think anyone could have said it better than you just did in your post!

And Ag ... you are right about our legistlators ... again I don't think anyone could have said that better!