@Abc: Many people attempt to equate driving a car to gun ownership though the comparison is ridiculous. The individual right observed and protected by the Second Amendment precludes the idea that one must have the government's permission to own a firearm. There is no such provision that guarantees anyone's right to operate a motor vehicle on a government owned roadway. As for requiring a year long wait for 15 year olds to operate an automobile on their own, would you be okay with allowing a year wait for the same age group to purchase and carry a firearm? If onerous regulations are okay for the Second Amendment, are they likewise acceptable for the First, Fourth and Fifth as well?

I have a number of friends and relatives in the Boston area with a few residing in Watertown. One of those is currently attempting to navigate the onerous regulations in MA to obtain a carry permit for self protection. She expressed to me during the manhunt that she felt less safe knowing that most of her neighbors were unarmed and therefore completely dependent on others for their security. The argument of stricter gun laws making the people of MA safer is absurd. If there were any substance to it, Chicago would be one of the safest locales in the US. As for MA being 49th in the nation for gun violence, I can only assume that Wise is using the Brady Campaign's ratings as anyone who looks at the FBI Uniform Crime Reports will see that claim to be false.

Thank goodness Great Britain has gone to extrordinary lengths to disarm it's law abiding citizens, otherwise someone might have intervened to stop the attack and possibly saved the victim's life. It is exactly what leftists want to do in America.

[quote][b]Millionexus[/b] - In terms of campuses though, again, you're more likely to shoot yourself or an innocent person than defend yourself or someone else.[/quote]

That is your opinion, it is not substantiated by fact.

[quote][b]Millionexus[/b] - Your rhetoric leaves a lot to be desired, and there are absolutely no figures on gun control beliefs among criminals.[/quote]

You are incorrect. Noted criminologist Gary Kleck did an extensive study among inmates in Florida that revealed the vast majority were fearful of armed citizens and most avoided targeting persons and places where they felt the likelihood of an armed person was high.

With a history of violent assaults he should be in prison and not out committing new violent acts. I wonder how much 'probation' the DA's office will recommend this time?

You can't make this stuff up. Fortunately, in Athens we don't have to.

@mpd0.59: I have no constitutional right to post on this blog, nor does anyone else. The forum is provided by by the good folks at the ABH and users are expected to adhere to certain rules. If Joel decides that I have violated those rules he may, at his discretion, block me from posting. Apparently, expressing my disgust for the Demwitcrat Party does not violate the acceptable standards anymore than your derogatory comments about the other major party. It may also comes as a surprise to whomever reported my comment (and perhaps you as well) that there is no constitutional protection against being offended, regardless of how thin skinned you may be.

@michaelme: Looks like I may have pinned the tail on someone's jackass. I mean donkey.

@Thomas Jefferson Snodgrass: I had the same thoughts about wealth being confined to so-called conservatives. Those evil rich conservatives like George Soros, Bill Gates, the Kennedy family, Warren Buffett, etc., etc.

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Yes. The Constitution affords the same rights to idiots and morons.

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That's why Democrats are allowed to vote.

The coach should be barred from any involvement with youth sports.

Mug shots would be helpful with stories like this. Give the community a heads up.

“That’s why I call them groups". You call them groups because you've been told by the police chief as well as the mayor, commission and business community not to use the word 'gang' lest it taint the reputation of Athens as a progressive community. You can't wish it away and giving the violent offenders probation doesn't improve the situation. The 'leadership' will hope against hope that the truth doesn't get out and eventually it will cost someone a life.

UGA student? DUI? Get outta here!

I wonder if Buckner has any objection to the IRS inquiring as to the content of prayers for a group seeking tax exempt status?

Better yet, replace the current tax code with a simpler and more equitable system that makes compliance easier and eliminates the need for a corrupt and powerful organization like the IRS.

Probably on probation for earlier crimes.

The Brady Campaign is simply using this as a means to get it's name in the press. As an anti civil rights group, the Brady Buffoons should be treated with the same contempt as the KKK.

If Obama was to change the perception of his "leadership" he should man up and accept some responsibility for the actions of subordinates he selected to serve in his administration. If he can't do the job of being the chief executive, what is his purpose?

Great idea, I'm sure the empty and dilapidated building provides more jobs and tax revenue than a firing range and retail store would bring. When you consider the code requirements for opening and insuring an indoor range, it is clear that the business owners were willing to invest a great deal of money in the project. Hopefully, a more intelligent governing authority in another metro area will take advantage of the opportunity to welcome a new business venture.

There aren't many places to stop for rest room breaks on I-89.

Civilian courts will certainly be the venue when we try Holder for for his illegal gun running and multiple violations of his oath of office.

Interestingly, the FBI uniform crime reports also show higher than normal gun crime rates in those jurisdictions with the most restrictive laws concerning ownership and carrying. Politicians and the media have been trying to convince the American people that gun violence is increasing. The truth convinces me that the gun control crowd and their media lapdogs are the true enemies of the people.

"running on the Obama-Pelosi ticket was just too toxic for Elizabeth Colbert Busch."

Toxic indeed.