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It has been immensely satisfying these last few weeks to view the successes of the SAS-AIM ladies as they
persisted in busting through the media bias to force their message onto the
major networks. Every one of the Sisters appearing across the nation in opposition of the mmm were
such a refreshing picture of confidence and truth for those who support the
Constitution and individual rights. The Sisters made themselves a necessary part
of any report on the mmm by their frankness that became a magnet for
continuing interviews. It was impossible to ignore the Sisters' three R's;
Respect, Responsibilities, and Rights.
It was a pleasure to join our own protest rally
here in Chicago and watch the local Sisters strut their stuff. They stood up to
the taunts of some very vicious "mmmoms", wooed the police officers
who found it necessary to form a protective line against those
"mmmoms", and supplied our side with a variety of clever and
imaginative signage. They whooped it up, cheered the crowd with inspiring
speeches, and conducted a very productive counter-demonstration.
The Sisters could not be ignored these last few
weeks. It was
a delight to watch as, one after another, the "news" casters
supplemented their biased reporting of the mmm with Sisters interviews and then corrections
to their reports of the "grassroots" mmm organizers until it became a
standard to use a disclaimer whenever the mmm was mentioned. As difficult as it
must have been for the media to admit, Donna Dees-Thomas went from simple homey
mom to the friend of Hillary Clinton temporarily hired away from CBS network
management, that she is. The non-profit, spurred by offended senses, grassroots
organization became the professionally produced stage show that it was, intended
for marketing by media hype, organized and coordinated by high powered
Democratic sympathizers and notable gun-phobia entertainers led by Rosie,
herself. What a surprise that all this just came together! But the truth was
told, thanks to the Sisters and their many internet activist friends.
And the Sisters' success was finally confirmed
when the NRA joined in. They didn't mention the Sisters, of course, but finally
entered the fray once the Sisters had planned the battle, organized the troops, funded the
event, and attracted the media. Darn nice of them, don't you think! Neither LaPierre nor
Heston mentioned the Sisters efforts when the media sought them out to speak on
the pending mmm activities in D.C. Instead, they went public with commercials
lauding their famous Eddie Eagle program.
By now, I'm guessing NRA reps have met with
leaders of SAS-AIM for some wining and dining. I hope that was taken advantage
of, as it is well deserved. Individual efforts will certainly be recognized at
this year's annual meetings of the membership. As a Benefactor Member of the NRA,
myself, I am sure SAS-AIM representatives will be recommended for a variety of the
annual awards presented by the NRA to individuals and organizations with notable
performances.
Why, then, the warning? As the NRA envelopes
your cause, don't let them take your guns! Your strong, no-compromise stand on
firearms ownership is a potent and unifying force. The very real down-to-earth
graphics presented on your web
site are dynamite.
DON"T LET THE NRA TAKE AWAY YOUR GUNS!
Consider the NRA Eddie Eagle program. As excellent as it is, guns are not
allowed. Eddie cannot be used at a firing range. No firearms are allowed in a
demonstration. I have no problem with that, as the reasoning is valid. But where
are the guns?
Take a good look at another woman's program
sponsored by the NRA. "Refuse To Be A Victim" touts the many ways a
woman can avoid criminal attack, but firearms are not a part of the program, and
the outline explains that firearms ownership is not recommended. Again, what
happened to the guns?
Much to the chagrin of my Second Amendment and
Libertarian Friends, I supported NRA's CrimeStrike Program as an effective way to
put the face of evil on the criminal rather than the firearm. But where were the
guns in that NRA program?
NRA firearms instructors are aware that the
latest incarnation of the Personal Protection Pistol training prohibits the use
of humanoid targets! Realistic targets are not politically correct.
Being politically correct has its place. I
fully support each and every one of the programs mentioned. I am an active NRA
Counselor/Instructor and utilize the NRA materials quite often. I have taken the
Eddie Eagle mascot to parades and presentations and am convinced that Eddie
Eagle should be in every elementary school in these United States. As a career
police officer, I used that training and experience to train many thousands of
women in a variety of personal protection techniques. I recommend the
"Refuse to be a Victim" program, as well as the similar programs
presented by every police agency in the country, for any woman concerned about
victimization.
But where are
the guns? Where is the straight talk. The winning talk? The talk that will take
back our rights? These ad-agency created programs are poll-driven, feel-good
operations, intended to attract and enlarge the membership from a politically
correct "middle America". That same media-led "middle
America" that has given away our Second Amendment Rights for too many
years.
I much prefer a dedicated organization of
100,000 Proud Patriots with the Sisters' spirit, to one of 3,000,000 whose
record is one of dismal, incremental loses, year after year.
And the final question: What have the
politically correct programs of the NRA done for your Firearms Rights over the
past ten years? [Gun Free Schools with easily-targeted students, high cap
magazine bans, "A"
Grades for Gun Grabbers, Zero
Tolerance Enforcement for Unconstitutional Gun Laws backed by members'
funds, et cetera.]
Sisters, your program is inspiring. It is
unbeatable because you speak the truth. You talk the talk, and walk the walk.
The firearms community respects that. We need that. Take all the well deserved
praise the NRA is sure to give. Accept their invitations to sit on their committees,
join in their festivities, accept their applause. You deserve that and more.
Please, ladies, maintain your independence and don't let the NRA take away your
guns!
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