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Sunday, May 22, 2011
Saturday, May 21, 2011
The CDC stole my platform!
OK, it's is probably a coincidence but the CDC is using a zombie outbreak as an example to help spread the message of preparedness. That is the whole idea behind this blog. I help spread the word of preparedness and disaster survival. I use a zombie outbreak as the given disaster because, let's face it, zombies are more fun to read about than earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc. I don't think the CDC came across this blog and decided to steal the idea but I do think it is pretty cool that an agency such as the CDC had the same idea as me. Anyways, I have embedded the CDC's article below.
CDC EPR _ Social Media _ Preparedness 101_ Zombie Apocalypse - Blog
HERE is a link to the CDC blog post.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Guns On Campus: The Debate
Today, one of the hottest topics in the gun vs anti-gun debate is the right to carry on college campuses argument. The anti-gun folks believe that us "gunnies" are trying to push gun onto campus but that is entirely untrue. Those of us that want the right to carry on campus are after just that, the RIGHT to carry on campus. After going through the red tape we are allowed to carry almost anywhere we want in most states. Why should a college camps be treated any different? The anti-gunners will say that guns will promote violence on college campuses but they just say that because they do not know the facts. They never look at the facts. Less than 1% of violent crimes are committed by people that have gun carry permits. After we throw that fact at them they tend to say, "Most of the people on college campuses are too young to take on the responsibility of carrying a gun." I partially agree with that point. In my state of Tennessee, one has to be 21 years of age and take a class in order to acquire a gun carry permit. Most, if not all, states have the same age requirement. 21 is still too young for some to carry in a densely populated place like a campus. I am not looking to offend anyone who is 21 and responsible enough to carry a gun on your campus. Most of you that have taken the courses and went through the red tape in order to get a carry permit can handle it. Just think about some of the other people your age. I was 21 and living on campus just four years ago and there were plenty of idiots around.I say that we allow students with carry permits to carry on campus with a few restrictions. Those restrictions should include:
- Mandatory concealment- This would help keep the distractions down that an open carried 1911 would cause
- Minimum age of 23 to carry on campus, permit holders under the age of 23 can keep their firearm locked away in their car.
- Those who intend to carry must notify the campus public safety office. I would suggest a form to be submitted each semester along with the students schedule. Staff should have to notify them as well.
- Any other state and local laws should be considered as well.
While attending East Tennessee State University the ETSU Marksmanship Club organized an Empty Holster Protest. If you are a college student you should look into trying to organize on of these. To learn more you can go HERE. Gun rights is a hot topic that is all too often misunderstood. Knowledge is power and when armed with the facts a pro-gunner will always win the debate when is comes to gun control. If you want to know the facts just go to GunFacts.info. Don't lower yourself to the level of folks such as the Brady Campaign. Know your stuff before engaging in a conversation about gun rights. If you know your stuff you WILL win the debate. The facts are the facts and the anti-gunners don't have any facts to support their arguments.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Free online police scanner
I just wanted to share this site with the readers. RadioReference.com is a free online police scanner. Click their logo to check it out.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Osama is dead. What can I expect from here?
The United States has recently killed Osama Bin Laden. This is a time for celebration throughout the world. I heard someone on the tube say "the last thing Bin Laden saw on this Earth was the American that shot him." This "infidel" loves that quote since we Americans are the ones he hated so much. Osama's death is a huge step towards eradicating terrorism but do not feel too secure. This fight is far from over and I am afraid that reality will prove true when the news has passed and we are back to our normal comfort levels.
Bin Ladens followers come from a group of people that have been brainwashed into becoming religious extremists that will stop at nothing to achieve their idea of victory. That idea of victory is the complete destruction of the western world. They truly hate us and, in their eyes, Americans murdered their leaded. I don't see it as murder; I see it as justice that was well over due. Bin Ladens followers WILL attempt to retaliate! Hopefully world governments, especially our own, can gather the intelligence needed to stop any attempts these scum bags can muster up. I have read reports that they have possession of a nuclear bomb and I have also read that they have been saving it for the time when Osama is captured or killed. Hopefully that was just bad reporting but my gut tells me that the extremists have the bomb. Nuclear attack is not the only threat they present. They could attack with chemical or biological agents. These s.o.b.'s could also destroy fuel lines and hit us in the pockets. They are a cowardly bunch that will not stand and fight. Instead they plant hidden bombs and hide among innocent civilians. These people are very dangerous and have the taste for blood now more than ever.
What can I do to help prevent an attack? Many people don't even ask that question because they thing this war is bigger than them. If one just looks at the situation he will realize he is at war himself. As civilians we are not on the front lines hunting out these bastards but we are involved. We are their targets and we must be prepared to help our soldiers defend us. I am not advocating the idea that we take up arms and hop on the first flight to Pakistan. I am simply saying that we need to be more alert that ever. If you see suspicious activities report what you saw immediately. The best reaction to an attack is the actions that prevent it. Let the professionals handle the tactics of diffusing whatever situation is presented. As citizens we just need to help law enforcement notice the activities around us. Law enforcement is the front line here in the home land. We stand behind them. We will never see terrorists dropping out of the sky with ak47's onto American soil. The world knows that Americans are well armed and an invasion is next to impossible when each home is being defended by a man with his gun. Domestic attacks will be sneaky and carried out in a cowardly fashion.
We are not facing a new enemy and be sure that you do not become complacent in the midst of this threat. It is easy to let become comfortable and forget that we are under attack. A retaliation to Osama's execution is probably coming later than sooner. These radicals strike when their target is not expecting it. That is the only shot they have at success. Let's make sure we all do our part and let your local authorities know if you see something that just seems odd. Keep in mind that Islam does to equal terrorism. Our enemy are the minority; they are brain washed radicals that have given and entire race a black eye to the rest of the world. Do not underestimate our enemy. Their cowardice makes them unpredictable. To them, we are the embodiment of Satan and we must be destroyed. This has been pounded into the heads of these desperate people. They are desperate for solid leadership and are easily corrupted by the false hope that religious expoitists can provide. I have heard it said that "desperation provides fertile ground for religious extremism." This extremism is a threat to life as we know it.
Bin Ladens followers come from a group of people that have been brainwashed into becoming religious extremists that will stop at nothing to achieve their idea of victory. That idea of victory is the complete destruction of the western world. They truly hate us and, in their eyes, Americans murdered their leaded. I don't see it as murder; I see it as justice that was well over due. Bin Ladens followers WILL attempt to retaliate! Hopefully world governments, especially our own, can gather the intelligence needed to stop any attempts these scum bags can muster up. I have read reports that they have possession of a nuclear bomb and I have also read that they have been saving it for the time when Osama is captured or killed. Hopefully that was just bad reporting but my gut tells me that the extremists have the bomb. Nuclear attack is not the only threat they present. They could attack with chemical or biological agents. These s.o.b.'s could also destroy fuel lines and hit us in the pockets. They are a cowardly bunch that will not stand and fight. Instead they plant hidden bombs and hide among innocent civilians. These people are very dangerous and have the taste for blood now more than ever.
What can I do to help prevent an attack? Many people don't even ask that question because they thing this war is bigger than them. If one just looks at the situation he will realize he is at war himself. As civilians we are not on the front lines hunting out these bastards but we are involved. We are their targets and we must be prepared to help our soldiers defend us. I am not advocating the idea that we take up arms and hop on the first flight to Pakistan. I am simply saying that we need to be more alert that ever. If you see suspicious activities report what you saw immediately. The best reaction to an attack is the actions that prevent it. Let the professionals handle the tactics of diffusing whatever situation is presented. As citizens we just need to help law enforcement notice the activities around us. Law enforcement is the front line here in the home land. We stand behind them. We will never see terrorists dropping out of the sky with ak47's onto American soil. The world knows that Americans are well armed and an invasion is next to impossible when each home is being defended by a man with his gun. Domestic attacks will be sneaky and carried out in a cowardly fashion.
We are not facing a new enemy and be sure that you do not become complacent in the midst of this threat. It is easy to let become comfortable and forget that we are under attack. A retaliation to Osama's execution is probably coming later than sooner. These radicals strike when their target is not expecting it. That is the only shot they have at success. Let's make sure we all do our part and let your local authorities know if you see something that just seems odd. Keep in mind that Islam does to equal terrorism. Our enemy are the minority; they are brain washed radicals that have given and entire race a black eye to the rest of the world. Do not underestimate our enemy. Their cowardice makes them unpredictable. To them, we are the embodiment of Satan and we must be destroyed. This has been pounded into the heads of these desperate people. They are desperate for solid leadership and are easily corrupted by the false hope that religious expoitists can provide. I have heard it said that "desperation provides fertile ground for religious extremism." This extremism is a threat to life as we know it.
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Osama is Dead_What Can I Expect From Here
Osama is Dead_What Can I Expect From Here
Sunday, May 1, 2011
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