Monthly Archives: January 2009

Quote of the Day – Fascism Edition

Sinclair Lewis famously wrote “When fascism comes to America, it will be wrapped in the flag and carrying the cross.” He couldn’t be more wrong. When fascism comes to America, it will be swaddled in bubble-wrap, carrying the populace like … Continue reading

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Accidental/Negligent discharges are no laughing matter

But the response sometimes is.

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Encouraging

The “stimulus package” not getting any Republican votes in the house is pretty encouraging. It shows that a) the Republican leadership was able to get some solidarity, and b) that the Democrats were ineffective at getting any Republicans to join … Continue reading

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Quote of the Day – Bacon Edition

“Mmmm….bacon. If only it wasn’t coming from my pig.” – One of Marko’s friends, in re the “stimulus package.”

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Looks like Kim Rhode got her shotgun back

Via Snowflakes in Hell: The Riverside, California Sheriff’s Department has recovered four-time Olympic medalist Kim Rhode’s shotgun. Police officials say the gun was recovered during a routine parole check. According to Rhode, the gun is in “immaculate” shape, although the … Continue reading

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Quote of the Day – Front Lawn Edition

A quick check of the front lawn reveals: Snow, si. Unicorns, no. Could it be that both Al and Barry are pulling my leg? - Tam

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Zombies Ahead

FOXNews: Transportation officials in Texas are scrambling to prevent hackers from changing messages on digital road signs after one sign in Austin was altered to read, “Zombies Ahead.”  Director of media relations for the Texas Department of Transportation Chris Lippincott said “It’s … Continue reading

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Quote of the Day – Gridlock Edition

They should understand clearly that legislative gridlock is their duty, and bi-partisanship really means they’re just helping to hold us down while the democrats go through our wallets. Yes, trying to stop the sinking of the country when so many … Continue reading

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Blackwater Basic Pistol DVD

I borrowed the Blackwater Basic Pistol DVD from a coworker and watched it tonight. It was, exactly as advertised, a good basic pistol overview, covering such topics as grip, stance, sight picture, and trigger control. Nothing earth shattering, but a … Continue reading

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Quote of the Day – Duty Edition

As Wyoming’s United States Senator, I take very seriously the responsibility to protect and defend our right to keep and bear arms. President Obama has every right to nominate Eric Holder to be Attorney General. I have the duty to … Continue reading

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