[Dec31,1999]

Seems to me that things are pretty much OK, what with the increased popularity among the states for concealed carry laws. As to whether rifles should or should not be permitted to have bayonet housings, I cannot say. Why not carry a sword? :)

The part that concerns me is the 2nd enthusiasts cutting off their noses to spite their faces by getting Kerry elected, just because Bush won't capitulate to their specific demands.

I mean, there is enough fire power at your local Wal-Mart to discourage any home invader, not to mention giving would-be gov't thugs something to think about.

[William Tell]

Dec31,1999 said: I mean, there is enough fire power at your local Wal-Mart to discourage any home invader,

The only thing I see on display at my local Wal-Mart is air-rifles. When Feinstein is allowed to outlaw them, they will be gone.

As for gun-owners suffering by not voting for Bush, perhaps it is those who would trade my rights away so freely who need to consider the cost. If Bush signs a renewal of AWB he will lose my vote, my wife's vote, and as many others as I can deny him. If he doesn't know that already, then he hasn't been paying attention. Or he doesn't care.

[Chemist_Geek]

The part that concerns me is the 2nd enthusiasts cutting off their noses to spite their faces by getting Kerry elected, just because Bush won't capitulate to their specific demands.

Incrementalism worked for the gun-grabbers; it can work for us as well. If we avoid just such a situation as you outline above.