M.Dancer Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 Oh I know. I find it hilarious that someone like Scalia would say what he did in that article. 60 minutes ran a really interesting piece on his life story and his thoughts on constitutional law. He's a person who thinks the US constitution is a dead document and that it's interpretation can't be based upon what the founders thought or what it means today but only in what is physically written down. Yet, in the excerpt of his decision, he does exactly the opposite of what he preaches. I find no humour in it other than correcting your mistake(s). Neverthelass, it is the majority opinion and has the full weight of the SCOTUS behind it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 I find no humour in it other than correcting your mistake(s). Neverthelass, it is the majority opinion and has the full weight of the SCOTUS behind it. As do the dissenting opinions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.Dancer Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 As do the dissenting opinions. Incorrect. The majority make the law, the minoity publish their opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 (edited) Incorrect. The majority make the law, the minoity publish their opinion. I beg to differ with you. It isn't unusual for a variety of dissenting opinions with no particular opinion presenting a majority view. Go back to school. Edited January 11, 2011 by pinko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.Dancer Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 I beg to differ with you. It isn't unusual for a variety of dissenting opinions with no particular opinion presenting a majority view. Go back to school. Beg all you want. The decision was 5 to 4 in favour of the fundamental right to bear arms. Leran to reed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 Beg all you want. The decision was 5 to 4 in favour of the fundamental right to bear arms. Leran to reed. Learn to spell, pal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.Dancer Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 Learn to spell, pal. You must be very short... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 http://www.thedailybeast.com/blogs-and-stories/2011-01-11/jared-loughners-parents-randy-and-amy-did-they-know-about-his-mental-illness-/?om_rid=NsfrMk&om_mid=_BNLL32B8XOdYoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 You must be very short... Did you want to dance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GostHacked Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 http://i51.tinypic.com/21b6p3d.jpg I think this is relevant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitsy Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 Oh I know. I find it hilarious that someone like Scalia would say what he did in that article. 60 minutes ran a really interesting piece on his life story and his thoughts on constitutional law. He's a person who thinks the US constitution is a dead document and that it's interpretation can't be based upon what the founders thought or what it means today but only in what is physically written down. Yet, in the excerpt of his decision, he does exactly the opposite of what he preaches. Off topic but just a quick aside that I thought you might find of interest about Scala’s views..women aren’t people; life, liberty and property can be denied us along with a whole host of other things, like choice. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-01-07/women-aren-t-people-under-scalia-s-constitution-commentary-by-ann-woolner.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyly Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 http://i51.tinypic.com/21b6p3d.jpg I think this is relevant. and funny... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 Off topic but just a quick aside that I thought you might find of interest about Scala’s views..women aren’t people; life, liberty and property can be denied us along with a whole host of other things, like choice. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-01-07/women-aren-t-people-under-scalia-s-constitution-commentary-by-ann-woolner.html Such an enlightened man...not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scribblet Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 http://i51.tinypic.com/21b6p3d.jpg I think this is relevant. So is this http://hillbuzz.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/screen-shot-2011-01-10-at-1-36-34-pm.png So sad that the democrats have to use this for political gain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 "This is a very difficult time for us. We ask the media to respect our privacy. There are no words that can possibly express how we feel. We wish that there were, so we could make you feel better. We don't understand why this happened. It may not make any difference, but we wish that we could change the heinous events of Saturday. We care very deeply about the victims and their families. We are so very sorry for their loss. Thank you. The Loughner family." http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-jared-loughner-parents-20110112,0,33356.story Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LonJowett Posted January 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 So sad that the democrats have to use this for political gain. So sad that Republicans can't take responsiblity for their actions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bush_cheney2004 Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 So sad that Republicans can't take responsiblity for their actions. They have...as there are now 40 Right-To-Carry states. http://www.handgunlaw.us/ Watch out...granny may be packing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrueMetis Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 What a person would do in such circumstances is really an unknown. No doubt if I felt my family was threatened I would do what I considered needed to be done to address such a situation. And it would probably be something really stupid, no offense meant but most people just aren't trained for those types of situations. When you are in a situation where you or your love ones are in real danger your rational brain literally turns off, so you are acting totally on instinct. This is why police and the military train so much so they go on training instead of instinct in those situations. so it can be seen why people might not think guns are a great idea because they will most likely be used when you are not thinking rationally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitsy Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 And I think this is relevant Here’s a few from the last election cycle……..and these are just a few of the candidates, I don’t have the time for the pundits or bloggers. - The GOP Senate candidate who recommended "Second Amendment remedies". Sharron Angle -- The GOP Congressional candidate who fired shots at a silhouette with his opponent's initials on it Robert Lowrey -- The GOP Congressional candidate who declared, "If I could issue hunting permits, I would officially declare today opening day for liberals. The season would extend through November 2 and have no limits on how many taken as we desperately need to 'thin' the herd." Brad Goehring -- The GOP Congressional candidate who said he considered the violent overthrow of the United States to government an "option" and added that political violence is "on the table"? Stephen Broden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilber Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 They have...as there are now 40 Right-To-Carry states. http://www.handgunlaw.us/ Watch out...granny may be packing! Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinko Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/health/jan-june11/mental_01-11.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LonJowett Posted January 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 They have...as there are now 40 Right-To-Carry states. Including Arizona. I guess it doesn't work. Sucks to be proven wrong from the very context of the debate. But I don't expect you to figure that out. How could you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bush_cheney2004 Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 Including Arizona. I guess it doesn't work. Sucks to be proven wrong from the very context of the debate. But I don't expect you to figure that out. How could you? What's your problem? RTC states passed the laws regardless of "the debate". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LonJowett Posted January 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 RTC states passed the laws regardless of "the debate". And, obviously, regardless of the effectiveness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bush_cheney2004 Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 (edited) And, obviously, regardless of the effectiveness. It had nothing to do with "effectiveness". The point of the legislation is to designate "shall issue" concealed carry criteria for law abiding citizens. Generally this means a background check and certified training. Target practice at the range is encouraged! Edited January 12, 2011 by bush_cheney2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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