There are several groups in NJ that work very hard at protecting and improving our rights as NJ gun owners. I think it is important to point out that we each have a role to play. I believe that the NJ2AS is becoming a strong voice in the fight to bring sanity and respect to the way gun owners are treated in NJ, but there are many ways to accomplish our goals. Scott Bach and the ANJRPC have been working arduously behind the scenes on EVERY aspect of gun rights. His group devotes a lot of hours, manpower, money, legal maneuvering, lobbying, etc. to improving our lot. There are reasons why we don't always "see" the work they are doing. They were very instrumental in providing information and encouragement to those responsible for gaining Brian Aitken's release. I do not want this to pass by unnoticed.

 

There are a number of things you can do. Scott is asking everyone who agrees with Governor Christie's decision to release Brian, to write and/or call Governor Christie and thank him for doing the right thing. This is more important than you might imagine. We do not want to take this decision for granted. The Governor needs to know that we recognize how well he handled a difficult situation. I know that we all have opinions about what could or should have happened, but let's at least express that we are grateful that Brian will no longer be sitting in prison. That is a major accomplishment, and we cannot afford to take it for granted.

 

If you are not an ANJRPC member, consider joining. It is a worthwhile organization. Even if you just join as a non-range member, you will be helping the cause. Also, send Scott an email thanking him for his role in Brian's release. I am sure he will appreciate it, and I *KNOW* that he deserves it. Sometimes, the most important influences happen quietly. Please keep that in mind.

 

Thank you, and Merry Christmas,

I've never really written an elected offical before. Any quick tips for what makes for an effective letter? What kind of feedback carries the most weight? Is it sufficent to simply add myself to what is hopefully a large pool of collective support for the decision from the 2nd amendment community, or are there more specific kinds of praise that are more likely to hold value to the Christie administration?

I've never really written an elected offical before. Any quick tips for what makes for an effective letter? What kind of feedback carries the most weight? Is it sufficenc to simply add myself to what is hopefully a large pool of collective support for the decision from the 2nd amendment community, or are there more specific kinds of praise that are more likely to hold value to the Christie administration?

Be specific and don't editorialize too much. Feed his ego a little bit. Don't go on about how unfair the laws are, or question their constitutionality, or be in any way critical of the current laws.

 

Just thank him for his act of compassion and fairness. Don't take a "take that, you fat prick" attitude.

 

Praise his strength of character in the face of the difficult decision you're sure he was faced with.

 

Crap like that.

I called the Governor's office. The receptionist asked if I would like to speak with a Governor's aide. I simply asked that she pass my appreciation for the clemency along to the Governor. In retrospect I should've spoken with an aide. Either way, a phone call works as well as a letter. I do think e-mails get dismissed though.

 

 

There are several groups in NJ that work very hard at protecting and improving our rights as NJ gun owners. I think it is important to point out that we each have a role to play. I believe that the NJ2AS is becoming a strong voice in the fight to bring sanity and respect to the way gun owners are treated in NJ, but there are many ways to accomplish our goals. Scott Bach and the ANJRPC have been working arduously behind the scenes on EVERY aspect of gun rights. His group devotes a lot of hours, manpower, money, legal maneuvering, lobbying, etc. to improving our lot. There are reasons why we don't always "see" the work they are doing. They were very instrumental in providing information and encouragement to those responsible for gaining Brian Aitken's release. I do not want this to pass by unnoticed.

 

There are a number of things you can do. Scott is asking everyone who agrees with Governor Christie's decision to release Brian, to write and/or call Governor Christie and thank him for doing the right thing. This is more important than you might imagine. We do not want to take this decision for granted. The Governor needs to know that we recognize how well he handled a difficult situation. I know that we all have opinions about what could or should have happened, but let's at least express that we are grateful that Brian will no longer be sitting in prison. That is a major accomplishment, and we cannot afford to take it for granted.

 

If you are not an ANJRPC member, consider joining. It is a worthwhile organization. Even if you just join as a non-range member, you will be helping the cause. Also, send Scott an email thanking him for his role in Brian's release. I am sure he will appreciate it, and I *KNOW* that he deserves it. Sometimes, the most important influences happen quietly. Please keep that in mind.

 

Thank you, and Merry Christmas,

Amen to that !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Will do.