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Glassunion

(10,201 posts)
21. A few points.
Wed Jul 25, 2012, 03:36 PM
Jul 2012

"1) Reinstate the asslt weapons ban already" - Under the expired "ban" an individual was still able to purchase one. The "ban" was not on the possession or purchase of a so-called firearm. The "ban" was only on the manufacture.
"2) Enforce the laws ALREADY on the books while ensuring it's done nationwide not simply as a wink and a nod" - I agree.
"3) Close the loopholes such as "private gun sales" at gun shows that are anything but private." - Private party sales are not loopholes. If Person A were to sell a firearm to Person B at a gunshow or anywhere else for that matter, Person A is actually prohibited by law from conducting a background check as it is only legal to do if you are a Federally Licensed Dealer or law enforcment.

The police have not released where he purchased the CS gas so I cannot comment on it. I do however agree that it should be available for purchase. I'll go a step further and state that I do not feel the police should not be allowed to purchase it either.

Not sure what you mean by "special" bullet proof vests. No vest is bullet proof. But I cannot see why a vest should be illegal to purchase by the general public. There is a federal ban on the puchase if you are a convicted felon, but this goes back to your point about laws not being enforced. I used to own and wear a vest regularly. It has nothing to do with hunting, I just wanted to add a layer of protection when doing my job.

"The assault rifle. Who cares how it got it's classification, it's not necessary, outlaw the damn thing." - If classification mans nothing, I propose that all firearms that are pink should be classified as assult rifles and should be outlawed. All others are ok. It does matter how they get their classification otherwise you end up with a law banning BB guns like in happened in the state of New Jersey. No exageration.

6,000 rounds is a tough one. Everything is cheaper in bulk.

I own gas containers, I don't own a boat. Hell, I own 4 containers. One for the lawnmower, one for the chainsaw and two for our cars.

If Guns Were As Regulated As Cars [View all] OmahaBlueDog Jul 2012 OP
Except.. pipoman Jul 2012 #1
Well regurgitated. nt onehandle Jul 2012 #2
Yes, yes it is... pipoman Jul 2012 #4
LMAO -- This right wing inspired defense of guns crud sure gets old. Hoyt Jul 2012 #5
You hate it when the right has facts on their side, don't you? krispos42 Jul 2012 #8
What facts so you have? Hoyt Jul 2012 #9
The facts in reply #1 krispos42 Jul 2012 #11
If laws stop more and more guns from polluting society, we'll be much better off. Hoyt Jul 2012 #12
We sure would be krispos42 Jul 2012 #13
I bet crime goes down. You can live happily without your gun in public. Hoyt Jul 2012 #14
I doubt it. krispos42 Jul 2012 #15
Krispos, you have to think long term on these things. Hoyt Jul 2012 #16
Think long term? krispos42 Jul 2012 #17
I actually fear much of that too. Do you think your kids will be better off with factions fighting Hoyt Jul 2012 #18
Facts ? MIDNITERIDER1438 Jul 2012 #20
Facts. krispos42 Jul 2012 #22
At least Samurais had a code of honor, and so did Wyatt Earp (after a manner) MIDNITERIDER1438 Jul 2012 #24
Don't say that. Fredjust Jul 2012 #10
maybe he's a member of the "Well Regurgitated Militia " Walk away Jul 2012 #26
I envy their Kevlar Barf Bags. nt onehandle Jul 2012 #27
What perfectly reasonable requirements. yellerpup Jul 2012 #3
None of which are needed to keep a car on private property hack89 Jul 2012 #6
All of which is well and good JayhawkSD Jul 2012 #7
But that's the POINT, friend ! MIDNITERIDER1438 Jul 2012 #19
A few points. Glassunion Jul 2012 #21
nice reply, thanks, heh heh MIDNITERIDER1438 Jul 2012 #23
I believe the discussion should be had Glassunion Jul 2012 #25
I know what you mean MIDNITERIDER1438 Jul 2012 #29
Thank you for your many years of service and your excellent post! Walk away Jul 2012 #28
You're very welcome (nt) MIDNITERIDER1438 Jul 2012 #30
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