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James Gordon May 20, 2013 at 02:18 pm
Stephanie:
I don't recall asking for examples of licensees who made bad choices. I do recall asking…Read More if "you have an objective basis for your concerns?" You responded by identifying some anecdotal (as opposed to statistical) evidence that some licensees made bad choices. Your evidence fails to support your position. Here's a brief article discussing the number of licenses that Florida has revoked because of gun related crimes: http://politics.heraldtribune.com/2012/07/25/florida-approaching-1-million-concealed-weapons-permits/
Regarding your questions about G. Zimmerman. (1) I've already pointed out mistakes ziimmerman made, including following Martin. So, no, I would not want him to be the neighborhood watch captain. (2) I can and do avoid places where there are increased risks of violence (ATMs at night, check-cashing stores, prostitutes, drug dealers). That being said, I cannot accurately predict when/where I will need a gun. People are robbed in grocery store parking lots as well as coffee store parking lots. So, I believe the desire to have a gun in those locations is not unreasonable. More importantly though, I don't think people who are licensed to carry guns should repeatedly take their gun on and off all day long. This needlessly increases the risk of a negligent discharge. (3) The forensic evidence strongly supports virtually every element of Zimmerman's account of the incident. The significant element that is unsupported is whether Martin saw and attempted to grab Zimmerman's gun. Given that Zimmerman was already sustaining serious bodily injuries, this element isn't really necessary to believe the propriety of acting in self-defense. As to the two lies you reference, the first related to Zimmerman's finances. It was his wife who made the representations to the court. Zimmerman sat there "like a potted plant" in the words of the court. This obviously reflects poorly on him, but likely will not be presented to the jury. The second lie relates to his passport. A second passport was issued to him after he reported the prior passport had been stolen. The court itself did not believe Zimmerman was lying about the second passport, but that there were more innocent explanations. You apparently believe I think Zimmerman is innocent. I am waiting to see all the evidence before I make up my mind.
Stephanie May 20, 2013 at 02:39 am
You asked for some licensees who made bad choices with their concealed weapons and I gave them to…Read More you. Why don't you ever answer any of my questions? Knowing what you know now about George Zimmermans arrest record (before he killed Martin), would you want him in charge of your neighborhood watch? Does one need a gun to go to Starbucks? The grocery store? How can we believe anything Zimmerman says after he lied TO A JUDGE TWICE?
James Gordon May 18, 2013 at 09:51 pm
I dislike this new system. It allows for no formatting of comments. Leading to ugly "wall of…Read More text" posts.
john May 4, 2013 at 09:18 pm
And here I thought I needed to Drive to San Diego to experience craft breweries and bars. Nice job.
True Freedom May 7, 2013 at 04:17 pm
@Elias: RE: carrying purchases in your hand...
like Chris Rock in "I'm Gonna Get You…Read More Sucka"... "F** the cup, pour it in my hand!"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNQRqAoT-2c
classic
Diana Swartz (Editor) May 7, 2013 at 04:17 pm
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rubberband May 7, 2013 at 04:12 pm
@Lisa:
cool.
Think of me as a Kung Fu type, wandering the earth playing my flute, visiting cities…Read More and hanging out...but w/o the moral lessons or grasshopper stuff. I laugh a lot.
p.s. bacon
p.s.s the dog pic is cute.
sheri patterson April 30, 2013 at 12:19 am
Mary, I read your posts throughout the Measure A campaign. You may want to re-read your posts when…Read More you cast stones about "dividing a city". There wasn't much substantiation to any of your posts-- mostly just attacks on Jim Light.
Do Aspel and Ginsburg condone this sort of behavior since you are such a strong voice for them?
Jim Light April 26, 2013 at 11:16 pm
Perhaps we should just turn our heads and let the City Council violate the law. Is that what you…Read More would do Mr H? The City Charter is the law of Redondo. The Council chose knowingly to violate it. When the judge found them in violation, the same Council doubled the costs with a frivolous appeal. This time three judges threw it out.
Had the Council followed the Charter, there would be zero costs. If you want to hold anyone accountable, it should be those who cast the vote to violate the City Charter and disenfranchise the voters of Redondo. You should not hold me and the over 200 residents who contributed to the lawsuit to uphold the City Charter responsible for the Council's illegal action.
Jack Charles May 7, 2013 at 04:15 pm
"New leaders like Ted Cruz of Texas, along with more libertarian leaning Rand Paul of Kentucky,…Read More along with the compelling legacies of thirty governors will provide a front-bench of qualified, capable, and compelling leaders for the future."
"Leaders"?
That might be the funniest sentence I've ever read.
David Mallen May 6, 2013 at 11:28 pm
We are still waiting for someone -- perhaps the author of this post -- to make a coherent,…Read More fact-based argument in favor of Mr. Diels.
With all due respect, conclusory hopes and dreams of "reform" will not get 'er done in the face of Mr. Diels' voting record as City Councilman.
Thankfully, one good thing has come of the author's blog post. The facts and blog posts have vindicated the honesty and integrity of the campaigns run by Dawn Esser and Chris Cagle, against a baseless attack by Mrs. Diels.
If I had a magic mand, I would wave it and change the City Charter so that Dawn and Chris could share the position of Treasurer.
David Mallen May 6, 2013 at 11:17 pm
Mr. Azouz:
Thank you. I am glad some neighbors find value in what I do, but more importantly I…Read More respect the fact that you take the time to do your own homework.
If you have expertise in a particular area that can benefit the City, feel free to contact me off line. That goes for anyone.
After the election, I have a "big idea" that I want to promote for our City. When Bill Brand and Steve Aspel both agree that my idea is promising, then I think we are on the right track. I'll be curious to learn what the City Manager has to say.
Rocketgerl May 6, 2013 at 10:51 pm
Correction - that's his email. Jimlightforcouncil.com is more fun! Although I'm sure he'd love to…Read More hear from you at either address!
Jack Charles May 2, 2013 at 04:23 pm
Artie,
re: the increasingly-unpopular Ayotte:
“You had mentioned that the burden to owners…Read More of gun stores that these expanded background checks would cause. I’m just wondering why the burden of my mother being gunned down in the hall of her elementary school isn’t as important as that?”
--Erica Lafferty, the daughter of the slain principal from Sandy Hook Elementary School
Artie, that "emotional" reaction actually means something, unlike the inane babbling of a right-wing blogger 3,000 miles away.
Arthur Christopher Schaper May 2, 2013 at 02:56 pm
Tim:
Please support Kelly Ayotte (R-New Hampshire)
She stood up to the emotional…Read More "gun-control" lobby:
http://nashua.patch.com/blog_posts/ayotte-on-target-on-gun-control
She represents the leaders who "change polls" instead of "follow them".
Jack Charles May 2, 2013 at 12:58 pm
Gee, Timmy. Thanks for being such a fine arbiter of what is and what isn't a proper response to…Read More insanity. Oh, and nice job of wedging in your gun nuttery--good show, ol' chap!
Gem City Muse May 3, 2013 at 08:39 pm
You are the voice of reason, Stephanie. What certain people haven't learned is that the government…Read More cannot legislate morality or good habits. Certain groups believe if there's a problem the gov't can make a law and solve it. Whether plastic bags or guns, big brother can't legislate morality.
Jonathan Ortega May 3, 2013 at 02:52 pm
All I hear is a bunch of whining, this ban is for the greater good TO PROTECT OUR PLANET, stop…Read More including your ego's and feelings for a lifeless object in this conversation. If you knew anything about environmental law/politics, you would realize that money is spent on hot topics, because if they weren't hot nobody would support their movement and these already limited resources will be wasted.
Cigarette butt's, the e-cig is coming along
Cars and planes, is there an un-disruptive alternative? Get over yourselves
geoff harris May 3, 2013 at 11:20 am
@Can't Say,,,, I hope thew next thing to be banned are the BLOWERS. The worst, constant, extremely…Read More local, violent destruction of our Sonic environment. Talk about disturbing the peace.
Muffle it completely, or back to the rake, I say. (Yeah, I know it would take more time to rake, and it's concomitant adjusted cost might find some up in arms, {since it appears many are willing to argue over 10 cents}).
Ban the blower!! You'll feel so much better!!
Girb April 27, 2013 at 08:23 pm
Now I know why the little fish joint that Chris opened, I already forgot the name, oh yea,…Read More Hampton's, it just came to me, folded like a cheap suit. Nice work, Chris, like the man said, you've got to know when to hold 'em and know when to fold 'em. What are you going to open instead? I know, why don't you go with an eclectic Vietnamese inspired sushi bar that serves saki bombs to 18 year olds from Mira Costa..........Just a thought.
Stuart Clark May 9, 2013 at 06:57 pm
Any time I see "single use bag" I know that the writer has an agenda to foist. Most people…Read More will reuse these bags or put them in the recycling bin that all markets are required to have. One of these bags weighs 1/7th the weight of a TJ's paper bag and this affects transportation costs as well as recycling volume. Recycling paper, the primary component in our landfillls, takes lots of water. If you miss the carry home bags, you can buy them on the internet at $20 / 1000.
geoff harris May 9, 2013 at 09:48 am
Thanks, Marty. Definitely one of The most troubling issues of our times. Monsanto wields a great…Read More power (check: farmers in India), and their intent is bordering on the diabolical, to say the least. (also check the bee decline in recent years--a decade--dropped by a third. There's a bill coming up in congress to address this similar issue.)
Yikes. Too bad we weren't able to pass that initiative for food labeling.
Growing your own food is part of self empowerment, but also a wonderful miracle to observe.
Nicole Mooradian (Editor) April 26, 2013 at 11:40 pm
Thanks for giving us the heads up! Where's the church located (for those who are new to the area)?
jennifer krause April 26, 2013 at 10:23 am
You forgot to mention the festival at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church- all weekend long. Beer…Read More tent, live music, rides, games and awesome food- esp Mexican food
Arthur Christopher Schaper April 27, 2013 at 06:46 pm
Regarding civility and respect, Mr. Charles, I also noticed this comment from a previous post:
From…Read More the article "Man Uses Gun in MB Bank Robbery", Mr. Charles commented:
11:32 am on Saturday, March 30, 2013
"Are you out of your mind or just a bloody, racist? The cleaner called---your hood is ready."
Yet Mr. Charles impugns the characher of respectable African-American neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson by calling him "vile" and "anti-equality."
How do you justify your hypocrisy, Mr Charles?
Arthur Christopher Schaper April 27, 2013 at 06:39 pm
Other high (or rather "low") lights from Mr. Charles:
"The next time you choose to…Read More mention my "hateful retorts", I suggest you know what the he!! you are talking about first and do some research, you pathetic, simpering wimp."
Here is some research below:
"And ease up on the med cliches--you bore the he!! out of me."
and
"What kind of a blathering moron are you? Your gun would stop the bombs HOW?"
This one is hilarious, too!
"nonoise, you sound incredibly bitter and ignorant. Maybe your insurance will cover a lobotomy."
"Shapiro is a gullible little dope."
This comment cannot be ignored for its racial vehemence and ignorance:
"You cherrypick the comments of the vile, anti-equality Dr. Ben Carson"
Dr. Ben Carson advocated for Health Saving Acconts for everyone -- very equality-minded, and nothing vile about it. Waxman voted against tax credits for Health Savings Accounts, by the way.
Repeal Obama-WaxmanCare!
Paul S April 24, 2013 at 11:25 pm
always has been about sex or the promise of perfection or happiness- it's never changed- Robert…Read More Downy Jr's father - Robert D Sr did a movie in the 60's - "Putney Swope" - a good send up of the ad game- I worked as a copywriter in the late 60's and couldn't wait to get out- never disliked a business more than the ad one- yet- some ads are pure genius- many Bud ads definitely- those Honda blowfish ads are incredible - I love a good ad- they are rare
Jeffrey Sabatini April 24, 2013 at 07:22 pm
In the mid 80s & 90s it was "SEX SELLS". The late 90s into 2005 brought us funny ads…Read More that centered around dumb stunts, usually ending up with some poor guy getting hit in the 'boys'. Between then and now, the "heart tug" or "real men cry" ads like the Budweiser "Clydesdale friends forever" ad. Which of course was the perfect follower to Bud's "Mascot dog trains horse Rocky style" and "Donkey gets a shot" ads. All ad hall of fame'rs in my humble opinion.
Sadly, it looks like the ad world has taken two giant steps backwards with the bevy of male & female eye candy flashed over disclaimers of side effects such as : Nausea, vomiting, uncontrollable flatulence, sudden weight gain, sudden weight loss, skin rash, welts & boils, hair loss, blindness, heart arrhythmia, swollen glands, muscle atrophy, Turrets, short term memory loss and how the product should not be used by or in proximity to pregnant women or nursing mothers.
However, I would like to say "feek'n about time" for all the "thank you and honor our military and first responder" theme ads.
But if I could change ONE THING in regard to this discussion... It would be to finally apply "Truth In Advertising Laws" to political ads!
What say you?
Jeffrey Sabatini April 24, 2013 at 06:37 pm
Advertising is an art in itself. The ad spoof movie Crazy People showed how important the right tag…Read More line can be with "Metamucil, use it or you will die!". Or like the motto of my former firearms dealership... "If our guns can't kill it, it's immortal!". Good times, good times.
Angela Moore April 24, 2013 at 11:27 pm
Aw thanks for sharing Ivy's story! Lets hope Colt and Roadie find a family from this post.
Nicole Mooradian (Editor) April 24, 2013 at 09:59 pm
Great post, Angela!
My family's rescue story: If you've seen pictures on this site from me of a tan…Read More boxer, it's probably our dog Ivy. We think she was about seven months old when we rescued her from a shelter in Fresno (though they said she was a year old). She had been there only six days, was horribly skinny (only 29 pounds!) and locked in a cage with two other dogs that walked all over her—literally. I've never seen a dog with her tail tucked so far between her legs. The only thing we know about her past is that she had been potty trained, which was evidenced when we brought her home.
My sister fell in love with her, and we brought her home. Now, she's about 50 pounds, very active and incredibly loving. She's definitely part of the family!
Jerry May 1, 2013 at 02:29 am
Steve, really? Do you think inner city kids can afford to do that? Marineland gave lots of those…Read More kids the closest thing to seeing these wonderful creatures and I'm sure inspired some of them to venture into zoology and related fields. There is abviously some balance that is necessary given that most animals become stressed in unnatural settings. However, there is also great value in teaching children about animals, protecting their habitats, environment etc. And marineland did that far better than a movie or tv show and far cheaper than Steve's perfect world scenario. I tend to side well on being as absolutely humane as possible. Some people think zoos and places like marineland should be outlawed and I get that too. But don't forget that marineland saved lots of sea creatures as well.
Brian April 30, 2013 at 08:43 pm
I also miss Marineland as I went often as a kid. I started a blog about ruins - moderndayruins.com…Read More primarily out of interest of the park lying abandoned for so many years. I have a few posts about Marineland and have been looking for years for a photo of the abandoned Sky Tower. I've only fund one from the sky. If anyone has one, please email me through my blog.
Brian
Steve Garcia April 29, 2013 at 01:39 pm
There is no better way, in my estimation, to see animals like dolphins, whales, seals, sea lions,…Read More walruses, sea elephants, etc., than to go on a nature cruise in the ocean where these creatures live. I have never liked watching the shows where these animals perform because frankly, they are boring. Taking a whale watching trip off the California coast or rafting the Napali Coast in Hawaii allow you to see these creatures in their natural habitat and in a much better setting. I don't want to sound elitist, particularly since these other excursions tend to be expensive, but it's not so cheap these days to go to San Diego or elsewhere and pay for a day at Sea World, either.
Nicole Mooradian April 22, 2013 at 01:43 am
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Carl Petersen III April 21, 2013 at 11:34 pm
Robert Livesay
8 minutes ago
"Herr Carl Petrersen III I have some concerns about your…Read More postings."
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Sounds like someone is a little bit upset over getting proven wrong about his allegations about the cause of our economic crash.
Carl Petersen III April 21, 2013 at 10:03 pm
Carl Petersen III
5 hours ago
Robert Livesay
2 minutes ago
'ou folks that voted for Liberals need…Read More some lessons in economics.'
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Is lesson one how the Conservative economic policy of the Bush administration crashed the economy?
Joan Irvine April 22, 2013 at 01:13 pm
Hi Rob! I of course respect you have your own opinions but I think you may want to check about the…Read More facts. You can clarify this with Kim Fine directly rather than taking my word for it; her contact information is available on her campaign website: http://www.kimberlyfine.com. I'd appreciate if you would post her response, so everyone will have the correct information. Thanks
Joan Irvine April 22, 2013 at 11:00 am
Mary, I agree with your statement: 'While everyone has a right to their own opinion, all in District…Read More One should investigate both candidates recent and past history." And anyone who know that Jeff Ginsburg is my choice for this Council seat.
Watching from the Sidelines. It's really time to stop that.
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