Notes from the Resistance
Some groups were much more likely than others to endorse political violence: Republicans and MAGA-supporting Republicans in particular; those who endorse QAnon, the white supremacy movement, Christian nationalists and other extreme right-wing organizations and movements; and firearm owners — but only by a small margin, unless they owned assault-type rifles, had bought firearms during the … Continue reading “Round Up the Usual Suspects”
“Nearly a third of all shoplifting arrests in New York City last year involved just 327 people” [More] Since the folks who run such urban enclaves assure us diversity is our strength, and vibrancy means embracing other cultures and customs, I wonder how many hands you’d have to cut off to put an abrupt end … Continue reading “The Usual Suspects”
Senate Democrats launch Gun Violence Prevention Caucus [More] I dare. F*****g traitors all. [Via Jess]
Four suspects in a dark blue four-door Nissan with tinted windows and a temporary license plate are believed to have been involved in the shooting. [More] I wonder if you did a multiple choice survey in the neighborhood involved with a $1,000 cash prize how many would guess “NRA members”… [Via Jess]
These Are the Republicans Who Voted to Confirm Merrick Garland [More] Yes, we know. [Via Michael G]
Here are the 15 Republicans who voted to end a filibuster on gun safety legislation [More] It will be interesting to see if any of them try the usual trick of claiming plausible deniability by voting against the bill their procedural consent enabled. [Via Mack H]
House passes red flag gun legislation in mainly party-line vote… Five Republicans — Reps. Fred Upton (Mich.), Adam Kinzinger (Ill.), Anthony Gonzalez (Ohio), Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.) and Chris Jacobs (N.Y.) — bucked the GOP in voting for the measure, and Democratic Rep. Jared Golden (Maine) broke from the party in opposing the bill. [More] Two … Continue reading “The Usual Suspects”
One person was killed and nine others were wounded in a shooting late Friday night involving a large crowd that had gathered for a party in San Bernardino, authorities said. [More] How many white supremacists were involved?
The U.S. Postal Service has shared information from thousands of Americans’ letters and packages with law enforcement every year for the past decade, conveying the names, addresses and other details from the outside of boxes and envelopes without requiring a court order. [More] Kinda seems like expecting privacy in that situation is hardly realistic. But … Continue reading “A Package Deal”
8 RINOS Side w/Democrats & Keep Funding Joe Biden’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention [Watch] I was not able to locate the vote yet to link to it. There was only a 1% chance of being enacted and it would have never made it past the Senate or Joe Biden’s desk, but it’s still useful … Continue reading “And the Traitors Are…”
WaPo out with helpful “How NOT to get carjacked in D.C.” guide [More] It will get worse. And the usual suspects will continue to blame systemic racism and guns. [Via Michael G] Related UPDATE Days before violence broke out at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, a U.S. Capitol Police captain ordered the confiscation of … Continue reading “A Capitol Idea”
And helping them do that this time out were the usual suspects from the Vichycon wing of the GOP, the useful idiot/self-serving swamp creatures who continually prove themselves adept at turning coats and stabbing backs. [More] Nothing like seeing a “staunch supporter of the Second Amendment” carry the Democrats’ water for them…
The coalition of 117 organizations called for the plan to include declaring a national emergency around gun violence, establishing a federal office for gun violence prevention and appointing a full-time director for the effort. [More] Between them and the usual suspects… Would trying to disguise Astroturf as grassroots be Assroots? [Via Jess]
Another Power Substation Damaged By Alleged Gunfire: Officials [More] And they really, really, really wanna blame this on the usual suspects… [Via bondmen]
Why having 51 vs. 50 senators matters way more for Democrats than you think – It’s not just one extra vote; it’s a change in Senate procedure that gives Democrats additional power. [More] And don’t forget to factor in the usual suspects. That’s the way The Swamp wants it.
The Federal Assault Weapons Licensing Act, debuted by U.S. Rep. Chris Jacobs (D-NY) on Monday, would create a scheme for any American seeking to legally purchase most new semi-auto rifles, shotguns, or pistols that would require the government to first sign off on the acquisition. [More] Wrong, Guns.com. He’s an NRA-endorsed Republican and one of … Continue reading “With Republicans Like These”
Mayor Adams, NYPD already retreating from solo patrol plan in transit system after cop’s assault in Brooklyn: Exclusive [More] While unarmed citizens have to travel solo at all hours with no “Only Ones” in sight. I need to stop being amazed that absolute incompetents can rise to positions of political power and public prestige in … Continue reading “We’re the Ony Ones Retreating Enough”
Republicans don’t even see the trap here… [More] And when none of this stops a damn thing, the Democrats will be back for more and the usual suspects will offer another one-way “compromise.” But don’t worry: They’re helping! [Via JR]
ATF Partners with Anti-gun Researchers to Expand Agency’s Power [More] True, and I see all the usual suspects. There’s also the unstated danger of when they partner with “our side.” Uh-oh. Looks like all these guys are “enemies.”
Maxine Waters: If Trump Wins in November There Will Be Violence, More Killings [More] It actually sounds like she’s saying if he doesn’t win, but we get the point. And some of us prefer the term “defining moment.” [Via bondmen] Related UPDATE At least we know whose side the initiation of violence and killings will be … Continue reading “Attack of the Perpetually Law-Abiding”
Senate Republicans Cave To Dem Propaganda About J6 Tapes [More] And all the usual “leadership” suspects: You gotta wonder, does someone have Dolly pix or are they just that corrupt? Or both? They’re so entrenched they are bound and determined to side with the Democrats to sabotage “the Deplorables” and keep their places at the … Continue reading “Swamp Things”
Mass killings database reveals trends, details and anguish in every US event since 2006 [More] Brought to you by the usual agenda-hawking suspects in the DSM and academia. You know what’s missing? [Via CDT]
