Salem-News.com News Feed for articles tagged with guns www.salem-news.com 2013 Given the Sandy Hook school killings, the supermarket shootings near Tucson, the pleas for gun control legislation by the parents of victims, and the testimony by Gabrielle Giffords, you would think that reasonable gun control legislation would likely pass in the U.S. Senate. Regrettably, it is not to be. http://salem-news.com/articles/april212013/gun-legislation-rs.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april212013/gun-legislation-rs.php Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:19:00 PDT Today, the misguided Manchin-Toomey-Schumer proposal failed in the U.S. Senate. This amendment would have criminalized certain private transfers of firearms between honest citizens, requiring lifelong friends, neighbors and some family members to get federal government permission to exercise a fundamental right or face prosecution. http://salem-news.com/articles/april182013/nra-comment.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april182013/nra-comment.php Thu, 18 Apr 2013 01:42:00 PDT It is unusual for gun rights to be included in a constitution. In an historical study of constitutions, only 15 constitutions in 9 countries ever included an explicit right to bear arms. http://salem-news.com/articles/april102013/guns_2.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april102013/guns_2.php Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:00:00 PDT U.S. President Barack Obama presses on with his effort to reduce gun violence by adding laws regulating the size of clips, and with background checks. In remarks offered today, Obama discussed that day Newton survivors now call 'twelve-fourteen.' For these families, it was a day that changed everything... http://salem-news.com/articles/april082013/obama-guns-tk.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april082013/obama-guns-tk.php Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:09:00 PDT We can still barely believe our eyes and ears: Two days ago (April 2), Israel’s Minister of Public Security announced that as of next month, security guards’ guns are to be deposited at their work places after duty). The announcement concluded an emergency meeting called by the Minister. Reports by major news venues cited Gun Free Kitchen Tables as a key source of data and quoted GFKT responses. http://salem-news.com/articles/april052013/israel-gun-free.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april052013/israel-gun-free.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 13:12:00 PDT A new bill gives a special agent, uniform division officer, physical security technician, physical security specialist, or special officer of the United States secret service limited peace officer authority while working in Colorado. The tension surrounding the notion of regulating firearms is leading to new, unexpected federal involvement in local authority. Desperation is showing on all fronts in this fight. Large numbers of gun owners refuse to accept the idea of any type of gun regulation, and anti-gun proponents are willing to showcase national tragedy in an attempt to change firearm laws. http://salem-news.com/articles/april012013/colorado-sheriffs-tk.php http://salem-news.com/articles/april012013/colorado-sheriffs-tk.php Mon, 01 Apr 2013 15:07:00 PDT Control Arms has published their reaction to the final draft of the Arms Trade Treaty. Just before the negotiations ended earlier today the President of the committee stated “take it or leave it” and then an hour later the final draft was published. Control Arms is an organization formed to support a strong Arms Trade Treaty and has been part of the process since 2006. http://salem-news.com/articles/march272013/take-leave-jf.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march272013/take-leave-jf.php Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:28:00 PDT Now that assault weapons are secure from efforts to ban them, background checks are still alive as an example of the “incremental” theory of liberal politics. I doubt they will achieve what the anti-gun movement is after but it’s a test of what really big money can do for a liberal cause. http://salem-news.com/articles/march252013/background-checks-mm.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march252013/background-checks-mm.php Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:04:00 PDT Mr. Reince Priebus, Head of the Republican National Committee, described President Obama’s Administration as NOT being right with Jesus, and by doing so, explicitly implied that the GOP was. I have been aware of this connection of Party and Jesus for some time which, under the leadership of Evangelists of Puritan faith, guides the Party along its implausible and obstinate way. http://salem-news.com/articles/march242013/jesus-nra-kr.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march242013/jesus-nra-kr.php Sun, 24 Mar 2013 17:37:00 PDT On day four of the Arms Trade Treaty Negotiations at the UN in New York City, a draft of the Arms Trade Treaty was presented to all 148 nations present. But to each and every delegation there were complex words such as "of" and "in" that had to be changed and could only be announced through a speech. http://salem-news.com/articles/march222013/dirty-game-jf.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march222013/dirty-game-jf.php Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:44:00 PDT Last year, Stephanie Holten obtained a temporary order for protection from her ex-husband Corey Holten, who had threatened to kill her if her new boyfriend “gets near my kids.” She wrote on the form: “He owns guns, I am scared.” The judge prohibited him from going within two blocks of her house. What the judge did not do was require him to do was surrender his guns. Twelve hours later he was outside her home... http://salem-news.com/articles/march212013/gun_rights_dj.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march212013/gun_rights_dj.php Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 PDT Many Americans already know that Colorado's Department of Corrections (DOC) Chief, Tom Clements, was shot to death at his own front door a few hours ago. http://salem-news.com/articles/march202013/tom-clements.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march202013/tom-clements.php Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:36:00 PDT The liquor is usually flowing in full force on St. Patrick’s day, which is the reason that some people end up saying and doing things that cost them everything. At a Republican Party in Massachusetts, Plymouth County Sheriff Joseph D. McDonald, Jr. (R) made the kind of joke that might get you a phone call from the Secret Service. http://salem-news.com/articles/march182013/sheriff-threat.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march182013/sheriff-threat.php Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:03:00 PDT For the next two weeks numerous NGO’s, world government leaders and other groups will convene on the United Nations to negotiate the Arms Trade Treaty that failed to be reached in July 2012. This treaty has been in the making for six years. http://salem-news.com/articles/march182013/kerry-arms.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march182013/kerry-arms.php Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:10:00 PDT Let law abiding citizens keep their guns. And let congress do what it does best - tax ! Like autos, registered and tax every gun. $20 for pistols and $100 for assault rifles would generate est. http://salem-news.com/articles/march172013/guns-ah.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march172013/guns-ah.php Sun, 17 Mar 2013 13:38:00 PDT A Presidential bid to renew a ban against military-style assault weapons was narrowly backed by the Senate Judiciary Committee today. The bill now moves to the full Senate, where it is expected to fail due to strong opposition from the GOP and several democrats. The measure would also limit high-capacity ammunition clips to 10 bullets. http://salem-news.com/articles/march142013/nra-obama-tk.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march142013/nra-obama-tk.php Thu, 14 Mar 2013 14:42:00 PDT In 1783-9 ‘Militia’ meant a well regulated body of men under the leadership of such as Geo. Washington who defeated the English whose Officers surrendered to him at York. Victory was won by patriots with firearms meant to provide food for their families... http://salem-news.com/articles/march092013/second-amendment-kr.php http://salem-news.com/articles/march092013/second-amendment-kr.php Sat, 09 Mar 2013 10:35:00 PST Ever since the school shooting in Connecticut last December the US media and web sites have been engaged in an endless stream of rhetoric about gun control. Most of the loudest of it lacking any foundation in common sense with factoids tossed hither and yon with little relevance... http://salem-news.com/articles/february192013/gun-adu-jw.php http://salem-news.com/articles/february192013/gun-adu-jw.php Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:48:00 PST The school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut will probably go down in the books as one of the most heinous acts ever committed. 26 innocent people, mainly young children, were killed, and a nation was left heartbroken and grief-Stricken. http://salem-news.com/articles/january292013/wisconsin-guns-bs.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january292013/wisconsin-guns-bs.php Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:25:00 PST I'm not buying it. Not for one second. I do not believe that the government is going to start seizing legally owned guns from it's citizens. And furthermore, I do not believe that the government believes it either. The only thing they would gain would be civil war, and I think they know that they would lose that fight. http://salem-news.com/articles/january292013/gunsmoke-mirrors-vp.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january292013/gunsmoke-mirrors-vp.php Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:41:00 PST Our federal Constitution was not formed unconstrained from the ratifying States; they created a Republic. The common views held by the States significantly impacted the Second Amendments language. It is unreasonable to argue that the Second Amendment established a new right to self-protection contrary to that which existed throughout the nation. http://salem-news.com/articles/january262013/second-amend-2-rs.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january262013/second-amend-2-rs.php Sat, 26 Jan 2013 14:15:00 PST The National Rifle Association Institute for Legislative Action conducted a national scientific poll of its members and found near unanimity among NRA members on a wide range of issues involving mental health reform and firearm rights. Gun control advocates including New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, as well as various media outlets, have released data claiming to represent the views of NRA members... http://salem-news.com/articles/january242013/nra-united.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january242013/nra-united.php Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:07:00 PST Everyone with a sense of humanity detests seeing families destroyed, and innocent children sacrificed as we witness at Sandy Hook School. The argument to reduce guns produces a safer society beguiles the public, promotes politicians and fails to hold wicked people accountable for their actions. http://salem-news.com/articles/january232013/second-amend-rs.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january232013/second-amend-rs.php Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:38:00 PST Temperatures in the low 30's did not dissuade about two thousand citizens from showing their support for the Second Amendment and their abhorrence to President Obama's recent announcement to increase gun control regulations. The Oregon State Capitol front steps were crowded for hours, filling up before “High Noon”. http://salem-news.com/articles/january202013/oregon-gun-rally.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january202013/oregon-gun-rally.php Sun, 20 Jan 2013 02:15:00 PST Deaths in one year from rape victims, who commit suicide, Are more than there are from school shootings, worldwide, However, The U.S. Commander-In-Chief continues to hide, The growing number of attacks in the military w/a blind eye. A photo-opt was more than he & Governor Cuomo could pass, But Oregon Sheriff Tim Mueller vows restrictions won’t last, He claims all future laws that in any way attempt to regulate, “Certain magazines and firearms” he will not dare to violate. http://salem-news.com/articles/january172013/gun-laws-le.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january172013/gun-laws-le.php Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:39:00 PST Yesterday, President Obama announced his plan to protect children and communities by helping reduce gun violence. A news release regarding this, states, "We won't stop every violent act like the one in Newtown, Connecticut. But if we can save the life of even one child, the President believes each of us has a responsibility to take action". http://salem-news.com/articles/january172013/obama-guns.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january172013/obama-guns.php Thu, 17 Jan 2013 11:15:00 PST Instead of declaring what will not be allowed, why don’t we say what will?, other weaponry to be used only by the “well regulated Militia necessary for the security of the United States of America.” In 1783-9 ‘Militia’ meant a well regulated body of men under the leadership of such as Geo. Washington who succeeded in defeating the English whose Officers surrendered to him at York. http://salem-news.com/articles/january162013/2nd-amendment-truth-kr.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january162013/2nd-amendment-truth-kr.php Wed, 16 Jan 2013 19:18:00 PST Throughout its history, the National Rifle Association has led efforts to promote safety and responsible gun ownership. Keeping our children and society safe remains our top priority. The NRA will continue to focus on keeping our children safe and securing our schools, fixing our broken mental health system, and prosecuting violent criminals to the fullest extent of the law. http://salem-news.com/articles/january162013/nra-reax.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january162013/nra-reax.php Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:09:00 PST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Before I begin today, let me say to the families of the innocents who were murdered 33 days ago, our heart goes out to you. And you show incredible courage -- incredible courage -- being here. And the President and I are going to do everything in our power to honor the memory of your children and your wives with the work we take up here today. http://salem-news.com/articles/january162013/pres-gun-release.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january162013/pres-gun-release.php Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:41:00 PST The spokesman for the NRA tried desperately to make the case. He says the nation's gun problems can be solved by more people arming themselves. http://salem-news.com/articles/january142013/gun-violence-sm.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january142013/gun-violence-sm.php Mon, 14 Jan 2013 01:18:00 PST