[Henrietta]

"Against them would be the best military on the planet, along with the bulk of the citizenry, many of whom are also armed and ex-military. "

I think that a lot of military and ex-military would abandon their support for the goverment if the government starts shooting citizens. Just my two cents.

"Empty threats, and threats that only serve to solidify the opposition."

Yes, but as long as we still have our guns, who gives a shiite what they think? Come and get them!

[MineralMan]

"I think that a lot of military and ex-military would abandon their support for the goverment if the government starts shooting citizens. Just my two cents.
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Two words: Kent State.