You never need a gun - until you need a gun
Armed Females of America ^
FOREWARD: I received this letter from a concerned husband. I thought it was written so sincerely and knowledgeably that I got permission to share it with you. My hope is that the female readers get as much out of it as I did. CARMA LEWIS, AFA NATIONAL DIRECTOR
I have some facts I would like you to share with your membership, as they relate to the safety of your members. I am currently a Counselor in the State Prison System and have been for four years, and for several years prior to that, I was a Probation Officer.
I have had the misfortune of interacting with multitudes of criminals-especially sexual offenders. What never ceases to amaze me is how lightly criminals are punished. I have NEVER had an experience with a sexual offender who had been involved with the criminal justice system for his first sex offense. What this means, is that these criminals always have previous sex-related crimes behind them, and will most likely be rapists all their pathetic lives. Our weak judges and court system will set them free, time after time, to commit more mayhem on unarmed women.
Then there are the abusive husbands and boyfriends who turn into MURDERING husbands and boyfriends, not just murdering their "lovers," but often times the woman's children, her mom and dad, sisters and brothers who try to help, and of course, their girlfriends who try to help. You know, "he walked right through that restraining order and put her in intensive care. . . " (Dixie Chicks)
Don't get me wrong here, I am 5'11" and weigh 245 lbs. I could squash my wife if I wanted to, and no woman I know here in Yuma, AZ can bench press more than I do. (almost 400 lbs.)
I think I can safely say that MOST men have a serious strength advantage over women, but NO amount of muscle or strength can prevail over a well-placed gunshot!
Do you think a rapist would try to rape a woman who he EVEN SUSPECTED had a gun?? No way in hell!! They are going to go for the weak-minded, "just don't hurt me " type, like the woman who claims she was raped and shot 5 times.
Have you ever heard of AIDS or Hepatitis, or any of the other diseases you can get?? Always remember, most rapists have been to prison at some time in their lives, I will let your imagination take care of the rest. Rapists usually become "victims" themselves in prison.
People need to wake up. Todays court system and Judges do not protect us, that is a fact!
You should see some of the plea agreements I have seen. They would turn your stomach. And the police cannot get there fast enough..........
I am so glad I live in Arizona-a state which has not yet violated the 2nd Amendment (well, not as much as some other states, anyway).
Our prison system releases predators to the streets EVERYDAY! They are out there, and they walk among us.
If your state is kind enough to allow you the means to protect yourself, you are a fool if you do not. I have had to pull a gun only once in public, and I could have shot the two people if I had wanted to. I would have been COMPLETELY justified in doing so. I didn't have to because they backed down when I brandished the gun. What if I didnt carry a gun? Not a good situation. But, I REFUSE TO BE A VICTIM!
I wish people, especially women, would wake up and realize how dangerous this world we live in really is. Always remember, people who do not follow the laws regarding murder, rape and robbery will NOT follow the laws regarding guns either. So level the playing field and carry a gun.
If anybody should pack a gun in today's society, it is women. I WORK IN A PRISON! I am not some academic expert who spouts knowledge from a classroom, I am surrounded by these scumbags all day long and I read these case files on a daily basis! WOMEN GET RAPED! THEY GET BEAT UP! THEY GET ROBBED AND CARJACKED! You have to choose to let yourself get raped, robbed or killed. What do you have to lose? Would you rather let somebody rape you, and then get AIDS? Or carry and use a gun?
My wife carries a Glock, model 30, she does just fine with it, and she only weighs 105 lbs. I am not saying she can compete or anything like that, but she is good enough with it that I would not want to be on the other end of the barrel from her.
Try to put yourself in the mind of a crack-starved scumbag and you find yourself in need of a car you will be able to rip off and sell for $50. Who are you going to jack? A small woman in a Toyota Camry? Good choice, but too bad,............. she has a gun.
My firearms instructor, at the police academy, had a saying "You never need a gun - until you need a gun, and then you need it MORE THAN ANYHTING ELSE IN THE WORLD!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Monday, May 30, 2011
Advice for Stalking Victims does not mention arming oneself
While I appreciate everything The National Center for Victims of Crime does to help victims who's lives have been unalterably changed by the evil that walks amongst us everyday. This great Organization fails to give the advice that a stalking victim could consider arming oneself. Most states allow some form of carry for self defense. While Law Enforcement plays a substantial role in fighting crime, they cannot be anywhere & everywhere at anytime. The best way to protect yourself is to carry the best defensive tool possible....a gun. The advice that is given basically tells the victim that they need to completely restructure their life & give up their freedoms. The advice given could certainly help but none of that advice will help you if your stalker is violent and bent on finding you. Evil comes unexpectedly and there is no guarantee that even carrying a gun for self defense will keep you from being harmed but it will give you a fighting chance. While a legally carried gun does not make you invincible, it does increase the odds that you will be able to defend yourself especially against a predator who is stronger than yourself. It is important to be trained on justifiable use of force and defense shooting skills for those that choose to carry. I would like to see this given as an option on their website as I believe it is important. Here is their advice below.
Stalking Safety Tips
Safety Anytime:
If possible, have a phone nearby at all times, preferably one to which the stalker has never had access. Memorize emergency numbers, and make sure that 911 and helpful family or friends are on speed dial.
Treat all threats, direct and indirect, as legitimate and inform law enforcement immediately.
Vary routines, including changing routes to work, school, the grocery store, and other places regularly frequented. Limit time spent alone and try to shop at different stores and visit different bank branches.
When out of the house or work environment, try not to travel alone and try to stay in public areas.
Get a new, unlisted phone number. Leave the old number active and connected to an answering machine or voicemail. Have a friend, advocate, or law enforcement screen the calls, and save any messages from the stalker. These messages, particularly those that are explicitly abusive or threatening, can be critical evidence for law enforcement to build a stalking case against the offender.
Do not interact with the person stalking or harassing you. Responding to stalker's actions may reinforce their behavior.[1]
Consider obtaining a protective order against the stalker. Some states offer stalking protective orders and other victims may be eligible for protective orders under their state's domestic violence statutes.
Trust your instincts. If you're somewhere that doesn't feel safe, either find ways to make it safer, or leave.
If in imminent danger, locate a safe place. Consider going to:
Police Station
Residences of family or friends (locations unknown to the perpetrators)
Domestic violence shelters
Place of worship
Public areas (some stalkers may be less inclined toward violence or creating a disturbance in public places).
Safety at home:
Identify escape routes out of your house. Teach them to your children.
Install solid core doors with dead bolts. If all keys cannot be accounted for, change the locks and secure the spare keys. Fix any broken windows or doors.
Have a code word you use with your children that tells them when they need to leave.
Inform neighbors and, if residing in an apartment, any on-site managers about the situation, providing them with a photo or description of the stalker and any vehicles they may drive if known. Ask your neighbors to call the police if they see the stalker at your house. Agree on a signal you will use when you need them to call the police.
Pack a bag with important items you'd need if you had to leave quickly. Put the bag in a safe place, or give it to a friend or relative you trust.
Consider putting together a "stalking sack" that includes the stalking log, a camera, information about the offender, etc. More information on Stalking Sacks.
Safety at work and school:
Give a picture of the stalker to security and friends at work and school.
Tell your supervisors. They have a responsibility to keep you safe at work.
Ask a security guard to walk you to your car or to the bus.
If the stalker contacts you, save any voicemails, text messages, and e-mails.
Give the school or daycare center a copy of your protective order. Tell them not to release your children to anyone without talking to you first.
Make sure your children know to tell a teacher or administrator at school if they see the stalker.
Make sure that the school and work know not to give your address or phone number to anyone.
Keep a copy of your protective order at work.
Stalking Safety Tips
Safety Anytime:
If possible, have a phone nearby at all times, preferably one to which the stalker has never had access. Memorize emergency numbers, and make sure that 911 and helpful family or friends are on speed dial.
Treat all threats, direct and indirect, as legitimate and inform law enforcement immediately.
Vary routines, including changing routes to work, school, the grocery store, and other places regularly frequented. Limit time spent alone and try to shop at different stores and visit different bank branches.
When out of the house or work environment, try not to travel alone and try to stay in public areas.
Get a new, unlisted phone number. Leave the old number active and connected to an answering machine or voicemail. Have a friend, advocate, or law enforcement screen the calls, and save any messages from the stalker. These messages, particularly those that are explicitly abusive or threatening, can be critical evidence for law enforcement to build a stalking case against the offender.
Do not interact with the person stalking or harassing you. Responding to stalker's actions may reinforce their behavior.[1]
Consider obtaining a protective order against the stalker. Some states offer stalking protective orders and other victims may be eligible for protective orders under their state's domestic violence statutes.
Trust your instincts. If you're somewhere that doesn't feel safe, either find ways to make it safer, or leave.
If in imminent danger, locate a safe place. Consider going to:
Police Station
Residences of family or friends (locations unknown to the perpetrators)
Domestic violence shelters
Place of worship
Public areas (some stalkers may be less inclined toward violence or creating a disturbance in public places).
Safety at home:
Identify escape routes out of your house. Teach them to your children.
Install solid core doors with dead bolts. If all keys cannot be accounted for, change the locks and secure the spare keys. Fix any broken windows or doors.
Have a code word you use with your children that tells them when they need to leave.
Inform neighbors and, if residing in an apartment, any on-site managers about the situation, providing them with a photo or description of the stalker and any vehicles they may drive if known. Ask your neighbors to call the police if they see the stalker at your house. Agree on a signal you will use when you need them to call the police.
Pack a bag with important items you'd need if you had to leave quickly. Put the bag in a safe place, or give it to a friend or relative you trust.
Consider putting together a "stalking sack" that includes the stalking log, a camera, information about the offender, etc. More information on Stalking Sacks.
Safety at work and school:
Give a picture of the stalker to security and friends at work and school.
Tell your supervisors. They have a responsibility to keep you safe at work.
Ask a security guard to walk you to your car or to the bus.
If the stalker contacts you, save any voicemails, text messages, and e-mails.
Give the school or daycare center a copy of your protective order. Tell them not to release your children to anyone without talking to you first.
Make sure your children know to tell a teacher or administrator at school if they see the stalker.
Make sure that the school and work know not to give your address or phone number to anyone.
Keep a copy of your protective order at work.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
TN Senate Overrides Governor Bredesen's Veto of Restaurant Carry Bill
Thank you Senator Jackson for speaking the facts/truth about this very important piece of Legislation. Override vote 22-10. I was sporting a big ol' smile today! ;)
http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2010/05/27/business-us-guns-in-bars-tennessee_7642593.html?boxes=Homepagebusinessnews
http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2010/05/27/business-us-guns-in-bars-tennessee_7642593.html?boxes=Homepagebusinessnews
Sunday, May 23, 2010
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