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You seem like an intelligent person who reads, so, you've probably been keeping with the deluge of information/news surrounding the short/long term effects of severe and micro concussions; and its relations to football and recent events. The President was more/less commentating on this aspect, and not the heteronormative aspects of society. Nor was the President reasoning or attempting to start a social trend for parents to pull their children out of contact sports. He was asked a question, and, as a parent, he answered. Beyond that, anything taken from the interview that would be nefarious would require some tinfoil.

^^^ Seriously, the President is not saying he's going to institute any type of change, but noting the inherent dangers of playing football.

I met Mr. Brooks a few years ago when he gave one of the craziest and awesome lectures at a local university. This was before the rights to the movie were bid on, so I can't say what his thoughts are... But I think there are fundamental issues with even Pitt's character. Who knows what he's suppose to be in the movie, but it does seem like a bit of a stretch from what his character is in the books. In fact, the "protagonist" in the books is hardly even mentioned, and functions as more of a narrator-- doesn't seem likely with Pitt. And yes, unless proved otherwise, I do blame Pitt because it was his production company that outbid DiCaprio's production company for the rights to make the film. What I was looking forward to with "slow" zombies and whatnot being manifested on the big screen was a zombie flick that used a lot of classic, real production-- and not CGI. There is a certain disconnect when everything is CGI, and, it seems for many, that is what really ruins the movie-going experience (and thus the film itself).

Those brothers (who are now in jail btw for some pretty crazy stuff) were two owners in the past. I actually am really close family friends with the current owners-- really great people, and they've stuck to the original recipes that made Chuck's great in the first place.

Who honestly thinks BWW is any good to began with?

Yea, looking at that list, I see the chances of it passing dwindling...

People, not necessarily those of this forum, do realize Piers Morgan was run out of his country for alleged toxic/ super-exploitative journalism, right? Anything this guy says is pretty much a farce.

This is a shame to hear. PSA has always been one of the reliable, good companies I went to for certain items. They've obviously expanded quite a bit in recent months-- and maybe they have bitten off more then they can chew. Definitely keep us updated, as I have a personal interest in this outcome.

Yep. Was just there today actually, and they had plenty of Remington, PMC Bronze, Tula, and that crappy bulk one (the name escapes me). I'm prob going to go back on Wednesday and pick up some myself.

It was mentioned before, but Dick's has plenty, at least in my area. They do have a notice up saying that they are limiting sales to six boxes per person because of the massive rush on certain types of ammo (.223/5.56 being one of those calibers), but the prices are still reasonable and actually the same as they were before the craze. I type the above knowing full-well how some people aren't too happy with DSG right now, but, hey, at least they're not screwing us over with this one.

^^ Also reported on CNN: http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2012/12/25/washington-d-c-police-investigating-whether-nbc-moderator-violated-law/ ETA: What makes the whole situation interesting is the response by the people. One of the phrases I've kept reading is that the anti-2A people say that 'everyone knows Gregory's intentions' (that he has no intentions to murder people) and that it makes it OK that he possessed an allegedly illegal magazine. This argument essentially shoots down the entire anti-2A rhetoric, as the vast, vast, vast majority of law-abiding gun owners have no intentions of killing or murdering anybody.

So, why isn't this thread closed?

The Tavor has been making its rounds for quite some time now with the IDF; nice to finally see its going to be made service-wide. As for our military ever transitioning, so many attempts, but I don't think there will ever be any real traction any time soon. The people who make legislation and budgets still think the military fights conventional wars (or finds the need to feed their lobbyists). And the ones who are actually fighting the new types of warfare already use their own tools of the trade as they see fit. Everyone else is kind of left in the wind.

Unless someone can get MOH: Warfighter for a discount (or gift), I'd stay away from it. The game is by-far one of the worst sequels ever made... and that's saying a lot considering the deterioration of current modern-day FPS games. The guys at Danger Close studios are an awesome bunch (met them at a convention a few years back when they were still developing the first MOH), but they were basically pushed to fill the holiday gap that a Battlefield game would normally have filled by their distributor, Electronic Arts. Because of that the game suffers from poor mechanics, story, and design. Basically the game is a re-skinned and crappier version of the first re-boot MOH. But if you have the money to completely waste, or receive the game as a gift, go for it, haha.

Ray, why are you trolling on Christmas? Hahaha. Go spend time with your family! And the Marines, by far, c'mon. Even as an Army grunt, I can admit that, haha. Proof: I worked in a joint services command (literally worked with everyone who wore a uniform, and those who didn't), and it was a Marine Captain who would get me fired up every day when I got to work with the most vigorous and motivated salute one could imagine. The guy could push diamonds out his ass, and yet cradle a baby to sleep. Awesome guy. But if I were to give an honest answer, the Air Force, Army, or Navy. They all provide better long term opportunities beyond just association with the service. All three provide an extensive network of veterans and skills/job training (just need to put in a form, as there is always a budget for professional development). I liked the Army because it seemingly has that 'endless budget' that someone else mentioned, and it really helped opened the doors. I worked in the "small Army" atmosphere, with my only real experience with Big Army being my training (BCT, AIT, etc.), therefore even my perspective is a bit different.

I agree with the criticisms about the culture within the police force and the rapid militarization of said force and really the entire public, notably all since 9/11. There is a clear distinction of dealing with the community here in the states. To dehumanize the general public for the sake of "safety" is the same done in warfare; and if that notion is carried into the public sphere here, there is no doubt that the rights (small 'r', not necessarily big 'R') of citizens will be eroded. Solution lies equally in the acceptance and changing of policing by the authorities as well as the general public for not just "taking it."

Well, I'm happy to hear all of this about the people I'm competing against regarding future employment! Being a wordsmith/cunning linguist always pays off in the end

Like others have said, pursue a meet with the officials as to at least have something documented. I would also inquire who is footing the bill for sending out the response team. If its the town, I would subtlety push that maybe they should consider billing whoever it is that called on you...

Wow, even Riflegear is completely out. I'm starting to buy the notion that there is a bit of a panic... ETA: Riflegear doesn't have uppers, but they do have some complete rifles in stock: http://www.riflegear.com/c-81-rifles.aspx

Primary Arms also has them in-stock (w/ free shipping): https://www.primaryarms.com/Magpul_MOE_M4_Hand_Guard_PINK_FREE_SHIPPING_p/mag440-pnk.htm

See, I don't agree with that. I don't think its a matter of protecting the children through means they wouldn't understand and be out of their hands. This has been applied before and before throughout history, and, not with just the case of children but all people, just leads to more frustrations. People must be educated and have the ability to ask questions that deserve answers (or the best answer). Increased desensitization towards violence through products is an issue, yes. However, the solution should be in making this fact aware, and then underscoring, in the case of video games, the legitimate aspects that could help society. Essentially, turning lemons into lemonade. Everything is dangerous in life, we're only creatures sitting on a rock-- we're not guaranteed safety because we have thumbs and practice bipedalism. However, these same dangers are a double-edged sword... and instead of regulating them, we need to embrace them. Through embracing them, we turn a weakness into a resource.

I brought up Grossman earlier in the thread, and for the sake of not making this an essay, his argument is not that video games are to fault specifically. His argument lies in the gradual desensitization of society [towards violence] through things like video games and other sensory/reality deprivation products (movies, mass media, etc.). This gradual desensitization is due to the governments studies to find more effective individuals in combat (really, it was an Air Force study conducted with other government agencies to determine which types of people would react more effectively in combat). Tie this gradual desensitization towards violence with the general lack of awareness of proper firearms mindset and ownership, and its a ticking time-bomb. What makes this argument logical and valid is that this gradual desensitization/lack of proper gun culture combination is found across the board, and not in any specific group of peoples. Across the spectrum of socio-economic status, race, sex, age, religion, etc. But in this specific case, I do agree it comes down to two main points. One stated above, and the overall joke that is mental health care in America and, really, the world. As stated, big pharma has a vise-grip on society, and would rather feed everyone pills then actually attempt to do anything. I have a number of friends who are pharma D's, and we constantly get into this argument-- with most agreeing that its true. So, while the details matter, I do believe that with complicating the questions being asked and creating discourse, a larger problem emerges from the core... and I think this country needs to examine what the best solution is vs. the easiest. Unfortunately, I don't know how realistic that is.

I had ADCO do my brake work a long time ago. However, had I known better, I would have contacted one of our vendors (as T Bill noted)-- not only because they're vendors and you'd be supporting local business and interests, but because their work is vetted by numerous users on the forum and beyond.

Technically yes. However, there is the 'constructive possession' issue that someone who is more familiar with the laws can speak more about. Generally, if you possess the parts to assemble a working firearm (lower, upper, etc.), then it can be considered constructive possession and would be illegal as you would have an "assault rifle." But again, I stress that someone else more familiar with the legal aspect speak up-- I just wanted to address the question in the short term. ETA: To clarify and expand on my initial answer... if you have just the upper with the threaded barrel, then that would be considered to be OK (from my understanding, but don't take that as the definitive truth).

And to clarify my comments about religion before a flame war starts: mine were in reference with how I'll cope and comprehend with such an incident. Ultimately, that decision to do so is individual. Religion being a moral compass is all relative as been stated.