rscalzo

You ask me to read the thread to find comments you see as backing up your argument when it would be easier to make your point pointing them out specifically. I've read it and see no effort towards the "us v them" scenario.

I have no doubt that somewhere you will hear someone attempting that thought somewhere in the vastness of the internet. Yet I doubt you have viewed the other areas that are le related and see their thought on the subject. There is no shortage of long time LE here that dispute your theory.

Never thought for a minute you were. We disagree. I can accept that as that's the point of being here. discussing views. No one expects them all to be the same.

cruciantime

I suggested you read the thread to answer your own questions. I am not making an argument. I am not broadcasting a theory. I believe law enforcement should not be in a special class. I believe we should be equal.

Oldsigncutter

By virtue of the demands of the job, the training provided and the expectation that you would willfully enter harms way to protect a stranger I'd have to say that puts you in a special class, whether you want the attention or not. Soldiers, cops...it's a job we take on...and we take on the criticisms, whether warranted or not. The benefits have been worth the risks. I think those that served in either profession naturally would take issue with folks that want to have the same benefits w/o themselves having to endure the same risks. That's just the way it is and it's fair compensation to those willing to take the risks. Companies have shown their appreciation to returning soldiers as well offering similar discounts on guns and ammo. Companies standing up to anti-gun states and backing civilians should be applauded. Unfortunate that LEOs who share common ground with civilian attitudes become apart of the fallout.

cruciantime

The Constitution doesn't allow for certain people to have more rights or benefits than others. It's good for you to say outright you believe that.

Oldsigncutter

You can cut n paste comments to fit the storyline you're promoting. As I said, by virtue of signing on the doted line you enter a special class. Whether it's the G.I Bill, pensions or perks.........all these benefits are offered because of the risks you've accepted and endured. Your arguement is leaning hard towards Obama's slant of what is considered fair!

cruciantime

Fairness has nothing to do with it. Our declaration states rights come from God and are unalienable. We are by our founding documents considered equal. You seem to be referring to some kind of Federal Government factioning message. I don't want to split people up into classes.




ETA There was nothing taken out of context.

Oldsigncutter

That's just the way it is. You pay to play!

cruciantime

What does this mean?

TylerDurden

Read the thread?

Perhaps you should, and some of the other people here too while they're at it.

Where did I, or any other LEO posting here say that the rights (2nd Amendment specifically) be limited? WHERE? I've read the thread, thanks, and none of us are saying it, not one, so wrap it up...

The problem, or more specifically, the idiocy associated with this thread is the inane belief that these companies that are "heroically" taking a stand and not selling restricted items to LEOs/agencies/etc. are somehow helping the cause of the general citizenry and the guarantee of their Second Amendment rights...?...!

Remember the saying, "It's the economy, stupid."? Same applies here, but when it comes to LEOs, "It's the oath, stupid." You're equating the LEO possession of restricted items as a right, which somehow violates yours. It's really, Really, REALLY simple, I swear...

You want the same "rights", take the oath, swear to protect and defend and strap on a gun and badge and say goodbye to your loved ones every time you leave the house not knowing whether or not you'll ever see them again.

See, it's that simple.

The "mindset" of some of these posts and the preposterous "logic" used to support them is unreal. There is obviously a massive confusion about what's rights and privileges are. The way some of y'all are arguing would give you the same right to go into a hospital operating room and start cracking someone's head open and performing brain surgery, you know, 'cause neurosurgeons have the right to, why can't I...

How many of you making the argument in this comfortable vacuum of cyberspace have taken an oath in the Armed Forces, or as a LEO, or have been to the funeral of a fallen Service Member, or LEO or citizen who was murdered in cold blood?

I said it in my other post, the sheep don't like the sheepdog, but we're here to protect you from the big bad wolves. Sounds like a lot of the sheep here are wanna be sheepdogs, but only wanna play the role when it's convenient for them and the odds are in their favor. Wow, that must be nice...the sheepdogs who swore an oath don't get the benefit of picking and choosing when they might be going on their last call...and they certainly don't get to pick and choose the people they're helping, especially cop-hating ingrates...

But that's just fine. It goes with the territory. Serving and protecting with honor and dignity is a calling, and it's not for everyone, and unfortunately, a lot of LEOs don't get that either, but don't you dare lump me with their ilk. I love my country, but sometimes my government/laws/elected officials leave little to be desired...

Oldsigncutter

Risk/reward..it's an anti-socialist concept!

echo5papa

This fued needs to stop. There is no doubt liberal spies among use that are laughing at every blow we throw at each other. They started this fight and if allowed they will now become bystanders and let our emotions destroy us.

I copied this from a web some web site. It sounds like the strategy of a powerful and united anti-gun party. Let us focus our energy on them. And yes, I admit I poured fuel on this fire for a while myself.


A divide and conquer strategy, also known as “divide and rule strategy” is often applied in the arenas of politics and sociology. In this strategy, one power breaks another power into smaller, more manageable pieces, and then takes control of those pieces one by one. It generally takes a very strong power to implement such a strategy. In order to successfully break up another power or government, the conqueror must have access to strong political, military, and economic machines.

Furthermore, in order to maintain power and influence, large governments will often work to keep smaller powers and governments from uniting. In fact, this use of the principles within the divide and conquer strategy is most common. It is much easier to prevent small powers from linking forces than to break them apart once they have aligned.

Leaders who use a divide and conquer strategy may encourage or foster feuds between smaller powers. This kind of political maneuvering requires a great understanding of the people who are being manipulated. In order to foster feuds, for example, one must understand the political and social histories of the parties intended to take part in the feuds.

God speed in your mainaining the same protections that I have as an LEO.

Nodrama43

all good brother. I got your back, and I know why you feel the way you do. Regardless of what you do, it will never be enough, it will never be right. We do what we do because we chose the profession. When it is all said and done we will still be guarding the gate because that's what we do. All this comedy going on within the walls of this gun forum are simply entertainment, and an education on what many gun owners true convictions are. Suck it all in, because it will be good information to have in the days to come. I am now, and will always be on the side of law abiding citizens. I am absolutely positive that not everyone here fits that criteria.

cruciantime

Thanks for flushing yourselves out fellows. I thank you.

Midway: No LEO Mag and Ammo Sales Where Civilian Bans

http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/201...an-bans-apply/

Nodrama43

don't bother. your thanks isn't on my list of needs.


lol see what happens when you dare to think differently?

echo5papa

I wasn't hiding, I was trying to walk beside those here in support of the 2nd Amendment.