… and I don't feed trolls. Why someone would come and pick a fight is beyond me. It's like going into a church and advocating abortion.
I've attended shows for 30+ years. They're a model of free enterprise and they support a number of small businesses, plus they're great fun. No grenades, no gangs, no rocket launchers… I hate shopping, but I love gun shows (go figure). It's kind of a cross between a treasure hunt and a family reunion. I hunt, target shoot and collect and this has been a lifetime passion for me. I belong to a number of associations and clubs where firearms are the primary focus. I teach firearms safety and volunteer my time with junior programs and WOT (Women on Target) events. I've had the pleasure of meeting some of the finest people I know because of these common interests. The ranks include several Ret. Colonels, members of law enforcement (some Chiefs), successful businessmen, doctors, lawyers (not so sure about some of them), a few judges and lots of others who are just good folks. These are smart, hard working people with strong morals and values. Some of these friendships go back over 30 years.
We are not what's wrong with America. We've been demonized by the media and the left, but don't believe it for a minute. In my view, we represent the strengths of America. Current firearm regulations are mind boggling and we're worse off because of them. Placing further restriction on legal firearms owners will not reduce crime or violence in this country. These restrictive schemes usually the opposite effect by disarming law abiding citizens and creating more opportunity for predators. It also cost a lot of money to implement and burdens those who have done no wrong.
Be proud of our American heritage and the things our Country has done to advance freedom around the world. Support the NRA and let your elected representatives know how you feel. Vote (early and often)!
I will say this about OUR Federal Government - They're really good at getting bigger.
I've attended shows for 30+ years. They're a model of free enterprise and they support a number of small businesses, plus they're great fun. No grenades, no gangs, no rocket launchers… I hate shopping, but I love gun shows (go figure). It's kind of a cross between a treasure hunt and a family reunion. I hunt, target shoot and collect and this has been a lifetime passion for me. I belong to a number of associations and clubs where firearms are the primary focus. I teach firearms safety and volunteer my time with junior programs and WOT (Women on Target) events. I've had the pleasure of meeting some of the finest people I know because of these common interests. The ranks include several Ret. Colonels, members of law enforcement (some Chiefs), successful businessmen, doctors, lawyers (not so sure about some of them), a few judges and lots of others who are just good folks. These are smart, hard working people with strong morals and values. Some of these friendships go back over 30 years.
We are not what's wrong with America. We've been demonized by the media and the left, but don't believe it for a minute. In my view, we represent the strengths of America. Current firearm regulations are mind boggling and we're worse off because of them. Placing further restriction on legal firearms owners will not reduce crime or violence in this country. These restrictive schemes usually the opposite effect by disarming law abiding citizens and creating more opportunity for predators. It also cost a lot of money to implement and burdens those who have done no wrong.
Be proud of our American heritage and the things our Country has done to advance freedom around the world. Support the NRA and let your elected representatives know how you feel. Vote (early and often)!
I will say this about OUR Federal Government - They're really good at getting bigger.
