Category Archives: 2nd Amendment

H.R. 822 – National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act

Posted on July 26, 2011 by DRenegade

Do concealed-carry laws lead to increased gun violence? The Violence Policy Center counts 319 people killed by concealed-handgun permit-holders, although it’s hard to know what role, if any, the permits played in those killings. Crime is complex. But common sense … Continue reading →

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NRA Alert to Support the Rehberg Amendment

Posted on July 13, 2011 by DRenegade

House Committee Passes Amendment to Defund Illegal Obama Firearm Sales Reporting Requirement Wednesday, July 13, 2011 Today, during consideration of the FY 2012 Commerce,  Justice, Science Appropriations bill, pro-gun U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg (R-Mont.) offered an amendment to prohibit the use … Continue reading →

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WHAT HB 650 MEANS FOR YOU – 2nd Amendment Legislation

Posted on July 4, 2011 by DRenegade

The following analysis of House Bill 650 is from Grass Roots North Carolina (GRNC). I want to extend my thanks to this organization dedicated to preserving our rights under the 2nd amendment and encourage our readers to support this organization. David DeGerolamo WHAT HB … Continue reading →

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Marxism in America

Posted on June 28, 2011 by DRenegade

The excerpt and video below outline the views of Gen. Jerry Boykin concerning the Marxist takeover of our country. Whether we call it Tyranny, Socialism, Communism, Marxism or One World Order, our country’s future is not based on freedom and natural … Continue reading →

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“People don’t talk that way anymore.”

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Hans

Over the last three years, I’ve spent considerable time in study of the spirit of our Founders, the documents they wrote to commission our government, and the principles embodied in them. On this journey, I’ve developed an appreciation for their … Continue reading →

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HB 650 – Omnibus Firearm Legislation

Posted on June 8, 2011 by DRenegade

Omnibus Firearm Bill in North Carolina Still a Strong Pro-Gun Bill Despite Amendment Eliminating Parking Lot Language Wednesday, June 08, 2011 House Bill 650, the NRA-backed omnibus firearm bill, passed second reading on Tuesday afternoon. Unfortunately, an anti-gun amendment introduced … Continue reading →

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Dead-of-night sellout by some members of GOP stands to gut HB 650

Posted on June 7, 2011 by DRenegade

Over the strenuous objections of HB 650 sponsor Rep. Mark Hilton (R-Catawba, GRNC ****), part of the Republican caucus is still hammering at HB 650. After first deciding to take up the third and final reading for the bill tomorrow, … Continue reading →

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It’s Official: The Republican Party Sold Us Out

Posted on June 3, 2011 by DRenegade

I just returned from the House Judiciary Subcommittee A meeting. As reported previously, the Republican Party lived up to my expectations on meaningful 2nd amendment and immigration reform legislation today. After a briefing by Glen Bradley concerning H241, a vote … Continue reading →

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Are The Republicans Now Selling Out 2nd Amendment Legislation?

Posted on June 2, 2011 by DRenegade

The following alert has just come in from the National Rifle Association: North Carolina: Castle Doctrine Language and Parking Lot Provision in NRA-Backed Omnibus Bill Threatened! Thursday, June 02, 2011 Urge Your Representative to Oppose Any Amendments to House Bill … Continue reading →

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Not Coincidence, Just Events Adjacent in Time and Space

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Hans

At dinner with some friends tonight, we discussed prospective travel plans. During the conversation I mentioned I had placed voluntary restrictions upon my domestic travel. I will not travel: • On transportation where the TSA violates the 4th Amendment • … Continue reading →

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Government Gridlock or Business as Usual?

Posted on May 23, 2011 by DRenegade

Once again House Judiciary Subcommittee A will not put immigration or 2nd amendment legislation on their agenda. This list of bills is shown at the end of this article. Here is the list of 45 pieces of legislation that this … Continue reading →

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Protecting the Legislators from Radicals – That Would Be Me

Posted on May 19, 2011 by DRenegade

The Modernize NC Emergency Management Act was discussed in House Judiciary Subcommittee A on May 18th. This legislation was developed as a consequence of the abuse of power by the local government in King, NC in February, 2010 as outlined … Continue reading →

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North Carolina 2nd Amendment Legislation Held Hostage

Posted on May 10, 2011 by DRenegade

 Here is this week’s agenda for House Judiciary Subcommittee A. Every piece of legislation being discussed this week is newer than the list of 2nd amendment, immigration and law enforcement legislation that this committee is holding back from being passed. … Continue reading →

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What Happened to North Carolina’s Castle Doctrine Legislation?

Posted on May 3, 2011 by DRenegade

What is the status of castle doctrine legislation in North Carolina? One piece of legislation has passed the third reading in the Senate (S34) but it was then relegated to the infamous Judiciary Subcommitte A on March 22nd. Although my … Continue reading →

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