This is my first open thread where my visitors can talk about whatever they want, well almost. This is your turn…
So you’re confident that that .40 caliber S&W service round will keep you safe. Maybe you’ll have second thoughts after you see this video. One hot summer night in 1994 Tempe and Mesa Arizona police were involved in a pursuit with this suspect who ran into a stranger’s apartment to hide after being shot TWICE in the chest. He was shirtless and you can see the blood pumping out of those two wounds. What’s really frightening is just how agile this fellow is as he struts to the ambulance. If he was not handcuffed and had a knife or a gun, ask yourself if he could still hurt you, your partner or a hostage? If your jurisdiction demands that officers carry either the 9MM or the .40 Caliber S&W it’s time to show this video to your bosses and lobby to have the .45 ACP round authorized. The switch may well reduce the screaming by self-appointed community activists about how many rounds police had to use on a suspect. The really talented and courageous video journalist, Karen Ke...
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As a Brit in the US, I am amazed the locals put up with the security theatre at the airport.
I am also a strong believer in gun rights. After all it's not a question of safety, it's really a question of creating two classes in society - the ruling elite protected by guns and the unwashed masses. Currently America doesn't have that mentality, and I hope never will.
Also very interested in your take on how to avoid Jury Duty. When I make citizen I must remember to try it out!
I enjoy your perspective.
At the point of a bayonet indeed!