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That's not been my experience. And I have a journalist or two in my extended family. A suicide where the subject is the only victim isn't "news" necessarily, unless there's some other angle to the incident that will get more viewers and ratings. An example being, the Tyler Clementi incident where he jumped off the GW Bridge, having been "video hazed" by his college roommate. This, or if the subject (shooter) also takes other victims with him/her (i.e. "Newtown, Sparks, etc.)... even worse if the addl. victims are children. That's mega news, and will fetch beau-coup ratings.

I guess it simply comes down to which issue is the greater priority for you... land ownership or gun rights?

Wow.... as in "eminent domain?" Yeah, that's not cool. What do they want to do with it - "Development?"

Just curious - What "anti-airport" positions is she taking? Against funding for ATC upgrades/modifications? I'd be a little PO'ed with that one. That whole system is so archaic and needs those auto upgrades to improve spacing and reduce delays, etc.

Let us know when it gets on the schedule, then. I was fearful that "Top Shot" was going to be cancelled because of Newtown, but it went on last June. It would be great if they offered it via "Streaming Media" (Roku private channel). Then I could get it no problem.

On what channel(s) will it be broadcast? If I can get to it, I'll watch it.

This has been my experience at HG as well. I have gone mostly when there aren't many on the range, and several ROs were there to help. I recall once having an issue with a rental of theirs. The spent brass didn't clear the slide ejector. I put the weapon down (pointed downrange of course), and called them over. They fixed it immediately. And off, I went again. They went back to what they were doing. Well, this particular incident did make the local news (lehighvalleylive.com) etc. Not sure if it made local electronic media. I guess it didn't make "national," as you say, since there weren't any shooting victims other than the shooter himself (of course, the RSOs and staff were "emotional" victims). But, "constant vigilance," nonetheless. Not trying to put on a "tin foil" hat, here, but I think it's unrealistic to believe the MSM would never, ever, "not" spin an incident involving guns toward their anti-gun agenda, if they could. As stated in another thread, how often are "successful home/self defense with gun" incidents actually reported, as opposed to "criminal (or even accidental) violence" incidents where a gun was used? The MSM usually reports the latter, promptly and often and with their idea of "appropriate emphasis." The former might take a while, if at all (social media helps get those on the national news, maybe a few days later), but mostly with some kind of anti-gun spin on it.

I know we'd all enjoy the heck out of it. I always watch "Top Shot" when it comes on the History Channel. I think it would almost *have* to be a cable entity, because the broadcast MSM would never touch it. It would be so against their "anti-gun" agenda. And you would therefore not get the pick up needed to make it really popular. It's funny. I have a Roku "streaming media" player, and there's a channel on there called "Trigger Talk" all about weapons. I can subscribe to it, but there's almost no programming on it, whatsoever. Either the channel owner is not updating it, or there's just no demand for it from those with access to the channel. Perhaps, we can encourage the owner to publish more content. There's also a fair amount of gun related content on YouTube. I like "Hickock45" and "Moss Pawn." I'd love to see more "pro-gun" stuff on TV, but as stated, the MSM would never broadcast it, if they couldn't put an "Anti-Gun" spin on it. How many times do you see reports of violent acts where a gun was the weapon (and the emphasis on them), vs. reports where a homeowner suffered a break in and successfully defended themselves and their home/loved ones with their home defense weapon (unless the homeowner made some mistake that could be spun as an anti-gun agenda thing)?

There is one (and only one) instance where I might understand it. And that is for a "terminal illness" where it meets the criteria in states like Oregon and Washington (State) for "termination of life." If there is nothing left of a viable life except several months of serious "pain and suffering" while still conscious in a hospital bed, no person should have to go through that. I've watched several that did. It was heartbreaking for both patient and family, and such a relief when it was over. I could understand it in that case. Otherwise, I'd have to fight on, and encourage my friends/loved ones to do so as well.

This is encouraging. I'll certainly do my part. Life is good.

I could certainly live with that, as long as I could still rent without owning. And I'd be willing to go at days/times when they weren't all that busy and could afford to be with me. Again, this is only a temporary situation for me. I hope to join the ranks of owners soon. Just gotta get "bureaucracied up."

Yah. NJ is, technically, "may issue" but, effectively, "no issue."

Precisely what I will do. If I can get it from a dealer at a reasonable price, I would prefer that. Thanks.

Are we permitted to list NFA items? If not, then: SIG P226 9mm Std. Black; A "compact" for carry in the SIG P290/Beretta PX4/Beretta NANO 9mm class; A Colt M4 6290 class Rifle (.223); Tac Ops Bravo-51 (for long range/sniper competitions); Perhaps some 12 Gauge for skeet (maybe Benelli with pistol grip). If we can include NFA weapons (full autos): Ingram MAC-10; Std. M-16.

Is it standard practice for a LGS to place "orders" for things they don't have in stock, or is one "encouraged" to take something from existing stock (perhaps, at a lower price), even if it might not be exactly what you want? Does this work a lot like "car dealers?"

What about the PX4 vs. the "NANO" 9mm? I had a chance to shoot a NANO a week ago. A tad "kicky" but never "uncomfortable."

Because, when those other things happen off of range property, the range isn't liable for them. When it happens on range property and/or with range owned firearms that are rented to the person, it's a huge liability issue and a potential for the range to be closed to *all*. I understand that the range needs to protect its interests, even if it becomes a problem for me. But, hopefully, the range and I can work something out if it comes to that.

If so, then it (lessened stigma) is being passed on from generation to generation. Very sad...

I don't think we're talking "Seppuku" here. This is more a reaction to being "bullied" by societal cultures. Which is the chief kvetch of the film and its satirical basis.

And, thus, the "risk/benefit" calculation. Does having those extra eyes constantly cost more than the cost of the "insurance policy" for any lawsuits that ensue over such an incident?

Yeah. Just ask "Joey Zaa Zaa." (Godfather III)

If you think it's bad here, you ain't seen nothin' yet! The rate in Japan among teens has been, and remains astronomical. In fact, it's so much in the news there that someone made a film about it - Suicide Club. It's a satirical look at the problem, with emphasis on blaming new technology (Internet etc.) and the cultural influences like "J-Pop" (Japan's version of groups like NKOTB) for the drive to do "what every one else is doing." The message being, "Live your own life... do what you want to do, not what 'everyone else' does, because 'everyone else' does it." Be warned. If you choose to watch the "unrated" version, prepare for quite a bit of gratuitous gore, right from the beginning. Part of the satire. Definitely NSFW.

At least, for the time being, we'll have to disagree. You know my issues from PMs. I understand the logic behind the requirement, but the restriction would present a problem for me, as we've discussed. Anyway, hopefully, it will be resolved soon.

It's on Amazon and Amazon Instant Video.

If you supply SSN on the sts-033 (solely to clarify your identity), does it appear on the FID automatically, or can you request it not be displayed? Also, who actually produces/prints the document itself? The local LE agency, or the NJSP Firearms unit? I don't mind supplying it to the municipality/state (they know it anyway), but would not want it on the docs (that may be shown to many others).