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Nice, I really dig SFX work. Here is some random stuff by the YouTube sensation Freddie W: http://www.youtube.com/user/freddiew

Excellent, I approve this response. I'm kind of surprised this thing is still in the mix, considering every other DOD investment has been chopped or frozen.

Ha, it's not spoilers, its pure speculation at this point.

Welcome to the 21st century! (Or 2007 for that matter) Tumblr is pretty awesome and convenient, especially for the beginner/amateur blogger who doesn't want to necessarily chalk up the money or take the plunge into the deep end of blogging. Tumblr is part of the new "Web 2.0", which is really the future-- and, as we've seen in recent times, governments are quite afraid of this new shift towards horizontal communication (user-based/drive content). To be more specific, this shift is being dubbed "2.0" because it is considered the second iteration of the internet, at least culturally. The technology of course has shifted as well, becoming more accessible and user-friendly, and, in part, helped drive this shift. "This shift" refers to the change from vertical communication that society has been familiar with, such as mass communication mediums like the radio, TV (in the sense of the major broadcasting companies, like ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX-- and really the corporations behind those), and print media. These mediums had communication go in one direction, which was from the top-down, and because the flow of information only went in one direction, it was easily disseminated and manipulated. Currently, and we're talking really in the last decade, the communication has become far more horizontal, in that information is sent across the space, and reproduced through many different facets. This forum would be an example of "horizontal" communication-- and Tumblr also being one (as well as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, etc.). Niche blogs are also considered in this realm, and as bills like NDAA show, even a "freedom loving" country like the US is cracking down on free speech (IIRC the NDAA has parts that allow the US government to define who are "legitimate" bloggers, and can shut down any blog and/or website). Other countries around the world are also cracking down on this access of horizontal communication, though we've seen the absolute failures of these movements by the government... like the Arab Spring, which was wholly powered through social media in most of the locations. Really, really powerful stuff. I believe it was 4chan that attempted to censor their community, and that group rose up pretty quickly and 4chan backed down, instead putting up a disclaimer to cover their asses. Who knows what Tumblr will do. I have the feeling that they too might eventually back down, not because of legal precedent, but because their community will call for the removal of the censorship. We'll see.

And to add, breaking news for season 3: http://blogs.amctv.c...he-governor.php Spoilers! (Not really!) Alright, the prison! Finally! Now I wonder who will be cast for the Michonne and Tyreese role... or if they will not include Tyreese, and instead bring back Morgan Jones (Lennie James' character... the guy who helped Rick out when he first stepped out of the hospital back in episodes 1 [and 2?]). I could see the studio opting to go in this direction, and it could make some sense.

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Without our humanity intact, what's the point in living? The way I see Shane, he is the closest to being one of the "walking dead" as would be described by Robert Kirkman. The guy has virtually nothing to live for, and embodies essentially nothing except to make it to the next moment. He is, essentially, already dead. I agree that it easily makes him the most intriguing character because he really is the most volatile and unpredictable. But yea, time to get off the farm. Pacing needs to pick back up.

Check out this thread: http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php?/topic/31618-semi-auto-for-hd/

The rumor behind the change regarding Red Dawn with the Chinese antagonists being morphed into N. Koreans is because MGM was saved from going under because of Chinese buyers (who own a good stake in the company now). Whether or not it's true, it is pretty spineless on MGM's part.

In theory it is best to have a 1X optic as far forward as possible. If a person can become accustomed to that weight and find that balance, more power to them.

I'm a fan of the aforementioned SG Ammo. I also like Palmetto State Armory for 5.56 as well (long before they started doing their custom AR uppers and lowers).

This is based on the book by Seth Grahame-Smith. I really, really, really enjoy his foray into the sci-fi genre of alternate realities, plus his updated takes on classic pieces (which lead to the increased awareness of these classical pieces). He has some other prominent ones, like Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Ben H. Winters also has dabbled a bit in this type of writing, and does a decent job.

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For those of you familiar with this production, this movie has been around for quite some time now-- having been released back in 2010 in its native Australia. The movie finally has been given a US release of February 24, 2012 (next week from this Friday), though it will have a somewhat irregular release. It will not be in theaters, but available via YouTube, Facebook, and some other mediums. Most of the hardcore have probably already seen this, as US format copies (specifically Blu-Ray I believe) have finally found their way over to the States. However, for those not familiar with this film, it is essentially a new take on the classic 'Red Dawn', except with Australia being the new backdrop, and a far more eclectic group. With that said, 'Tomorrow When the War Began' is based on the novels by John Marsden, and not an inspired remake of 'Red Dawn'. PS- Speaking of 'Red Dawn', I had heard rumblings that the remake featuring Chris Hemsworth (Thor) was going to finally get a 2012 release date, but haven't heard anything official since. Unfortunate news, and a complete waste of my anticipation.

I can't say I see this as a trampling of 2A rights or "big brother." The NFL is obligated to protect the lives of the participants and spectators, and I doubt they have the in-house resources to do so (unless the NFL has some secret squirrel, super-elite, tiger-striped, total bad-a**-baby-eating commando unit). Maybe it would be interesting to see how much the NFL paid to adhoc government resources, or how large the bill was after the government (local/state/federal) offered their services free of charge (like OT, logistics, etc).

I agree with Doc. I don't know if your walk-in is already a safe room, which, if it is, then obviously disregard my comments ( ). But if it isn't, as Doc mentioned, most interior walls are pretty easy to get through, and every door has a weakness-- regardless of how well it's made. If it is not the door, it's the door frame. If it is not the frame, it's the wall, etc etc. So, yea, easy fix, to repeat it, put a safe in the room for the firearms regardless. Just the smart idea.

It's this time of the year. When consumers embrace the pop culture and enjoy the best part of the Super Bowl (ha, ok, for some). Post'em, and comment-- should be some good ones as a very good amount have already been pre-released. Also, enjoy the game! Be safe and responsible, folks. --- A funny one that plays unto the fears, and reminds me of a recent thread. Also posting it because I just saw it like five minutes ago for the first time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=trueview-instream&v=XxFYYP8040A

I really like the 1911; like everybody else, it is just the most natural grip. I'll be getting one eventually. With that said, I finally drank the Glock-aid, and, surprisingly, I'm perfectly satisfied with the tupperware even if it is ugly as sin.

Get all the information first. The military is an interesting path, speaking from recent experience, but not necessarily the most prudent. Of course this applies to the individual, and regardless of what I or anybody else says, you need to figure out what is best for you. Also factor that joining the military these days is becoming increasingly more difficult. Of course I don't know about your personal history, nor do I know what the military is looking for-- so, I can't say whether or not you would be a lock. I'm just relaying observation and word that I'm getting from friends who are recruiters and DS about the ongoing situation (the reduction of the military-- notably the Army, which is downsizing roughly 80,000 troops in the next year or so). Personally, having done the military for a handful of years, and now wrapping up my undergrad (one more semester... ah, almost), I see the value in both. Notably I see the value in doing my part as a civilian more than as a servicemember; and is the reason why as much as I have considered re-enlisting, that will probably never happen for me. More opportunity and chance for personal progress on the outside. But yea, get all the information you can first, that's my only concrete advice.

They're going after this era's version of domestic terrorists, to include militias that have the intention of inflicting harm on government entities (people and infrastructure). I think people have to put this into context, and realize this is another "NJ-and-the-rest-of-the-country" moments... and by NJ, I mean the tri-state area (for the most part). Seeing how we're NJ residents, though not to discount NY/PA/CT residents, we are a bit more sensitive to terrorism and everything that comes with it. This is not necessarily the same for those from other states who might have very strong feelings about terroristic attacks (I won't argue that), but do not necessarily have our more intimate understanding of terrorism. I recently talked to some folk from Colorado and California, and they were shocked when I described the overt, heightened presence in major landmarks in NYC and in our airports at times-- while this is relatively commonplace for us. So, in locations that do not necessarily see terrorism the way we might, these are in fact strong indicators in many cases. With that said, I don't like it either. The militarization of the civilian populace under the guise of fear does nothing to actually promote any type of social change that the current President had promised. Include the recent rhetoric by the Army general who was discussing the shift in mentality due to the budget cuts to the military, and how he envisioned an Army (in this case) that operated far more like the special operations community, in terms of mobility and application, then it's current ground-force mentality. This is relevant because the shift in mentality is often vertical, in that the mentality trickles down to other aspects of the military, and then to law enforcement. Maybe it is because I was classicly trained, but I think there should not be a militarization of the law enforcement community... it is the easy fix, but I think that blurring of the lines has become detrimental, and will continue to worsen.

Elitists. I hate them, they're pretty useless-- except to only maintain a standard. Knowing what not to be like (with complete [dangerous] newbies being the other extreme). It's ok to be cocky and confident, in fact I advocate that otherwise a person will never actually achieve anything worthwhile. It's when the elitist(s) believes they have nothing else to learn and/or is 100% condescending to "lesser" people. More gun-specific, people who think guns will magically pick themselves up and start shooting indiscriminately. This really speaks volumes about the initial and problematic view on firearms as a whole (at least in places dominanted by the anti-2A culture).

This is a post-modern film, like many other de-establishment type films (Fight Club, Boondocks Saints, etc.). If people see it for anymore then that, it's unfortunate.

Yea, this is legit, I've been hearing about this movie for awhile. Reminds me of a more black comedic version of 'Falling Down', with bits of 'Dogma'

This is the case in most firefights, including LEO and military.

Someone should run an ad stating how many of the mayors involved have been charged with crimes or are suspected. But of course that would get pushed under the proverbial rug like it has in the past every time. /womp womp