Category Archives: Society

Gun Banners Don’t Understand Basic Firearms Terms

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

Apparently, elected officials who are trying to enact legislation relating to firearms bans, ammunition taxes, required insurance and universal background checks don’t even understand the most basic aspects of firearms technology. Last night in San Fransisco President Obama mistakenly stated … Continue reading →

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“Easter? What’s That?” Says Google

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

Google, the largest and most successful search engine on the planet wants you to know all about today, Easter Sunday, the day Christianity celebrates the mystery of Christ’s death and resurrection. Oh wait: Google basically says “Screw You” to 2 … Continue reading →

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Zuckerman on Economics and Politics

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

From the Wall Street Journal: What the administration gives us is politics. What the country needs are constructive strategies free of ideology. But the risks of future economic shocks will multiply so long as we remain locked in a rancorous … Continue reading →

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This is Why We’re Doomed, Part 12,490

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

There are two particular commercials making the rounds that both have found a way under my skin. First up, Toyota and an advertisement for the Toyota Tundra: These jokers actually narrate with the following, as they tow the now retired … Continue reading →

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DHS Ammo Fact (Updated)

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

I don’t know about you, but the news of continuing DHS purchases of ammo continue to disturb me. While my local dealers have seen a few AR rifles trickle in over recent months, they are purchased in minutes. Meanwhile, ammunition … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

Our uncles and fathers turned the Empire of the Sun and Third Reich into cinders in four years, and this generation is all wee-weed up over Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. – Pat Buchanan

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The Fruits of Victimhood

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

Reuters has a piece up highlighting the continuing “gun violence plaguing the city” of Chicago and including a plea from Jesse Jackson to President Obama to come and address the issue, because “when the president shows up, it shows ultimate … Continue reading →

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Freedom: A Difficult Concept

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

Neil Heslin was the Sandy Hook father who wasn’t heckled during emotional testimony on gun control. Something he said stood out to me because it’s a shallow reframing of the argument I’m hearing more and more often (emphasis mine): We … Continue reading →

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Through The Looking Glass

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Darth Chipmunk

So the other night over dinner, my Dad abruptly asks, “Why aren’t you writing new articles for your blog?” It caught me off guard because I didn’t know that the old man even knew of the blogs existence, much less … Continue reading →

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Guns, Shootings and Death to the NRA

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

In the aftermath of the Connecticut shootings there have been a disturbing number of people calling for shooting the NRA President, bringing his head in on a pike, and generally questioning why no one ever goes and shoots-up an NRA … Continue reading →

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About Those Open Minded Progressives

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

In the twisted world of American Socialism, leftists can simply re-tool reality in favor of their desired outcomes. I just had a “conversation” with a co-worker who is upset because she claims that a person displaced by recent flooding is … Continue reading →

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Jason Whitlock: Unhinged Sociopath

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

One word: Projection. Jason Whitlock: “A gun turns some kids listening to music into a murder scene. And uh, you know, if you don’t have a gun, you drive home. You know, kids listening to some loud music, you don’t … Continue reading →

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Dear Obama Voters

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

A Warm Thank You To the Editor: This 50-something, white, conservative Republican wishes to thank America’s youth for sacrificing their financial futures and standard of living so that boomers, such as my wife and I, can look forward to a … Continue reading →

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Why We Are Doomed, Part 10,238 [Updated]

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

Sometimes it’s hard to even know where to start. So let’s cover the basics. The picture on the right is Lindsey Stone at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Next to a sign that says “Silence and Respect” she is … Continue reading →

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Facing An Inevitable Consequence To The Entitlement Culture

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

My progressive, leftist burg has an ongoing “problem” with transients. To clarify, transients are not necessarily homeless. I mean, yes, they are homeless in the strict sense of the term. But they are “travelers” living a mobile subsistence lifestyle, sometimes … Continue reading →

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This Is Why We’re Doomed

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

Word of Hostess’ response to union demands at three of its plants is all over the news. It’s another “looking glass” moment for me. It’s surreal. You see the train coming, why do you jump into it’s path? The makers … Continue reading →

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Happy Veterans Day!

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

Today, while enjoying a crisp autumn day, football and family, we remember that today’s holiday honors America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Army, Navy Air Force, Marines; Thank … Continue reading →

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Progressive Utopia In Bloom

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

If the world and the humans inhabiting it were evolving towards the positive, I believe I would be more supportive of progressives. But near as I can tell in my 47 years, man is not generally predisposed to good. Sure, … Continue reading →

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Turning the Other Cheek

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Darth Chipmunk

Dear New York City: I donated to Red Cross Disaster Relief because of the lingering effects of Hurricane Sandy. It’s not that I’ve forgotten your arrogance and demeaning attitude toward us slope-headed country bumpkins. It’s not that I’ve stopped clinging … Continue reading →

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