As I watch the events unfold in Ferguson, Missouri, I am withholding my own opinion on the Michael Brown case until all the evidence is in. I am anxious to see the results of the touch DNA tests on the officers car and his gun. Although, at this point, I think any evidence that falls in favor of the police officer will be perceived as biased or tainted. I’m not sure there is anything that […] Read the Full Article »
74 School Shootings Since Sandy Hook – Why and How Do We Fix It?
I asked this question on my Facebook earlier today to get a feel for what others think. Of course I expected the gun law enthusiasts to speak up – regardless of what side they support. Here's what I think – Guns Yes, I believe we need gun laws. When the Constitution was written, they were thinking about single shot muzzle loaders – not guns that are capable of shooting a gazillion rounds in 30 seconds. […] Read the Full Article »
Embassy Attacks Happen – It’s a sad, disgusting reality
Below is a list of embassy/consulate attacks that occurred during the Bush/Cheney White House days. June 14, 2002, U.S. consulate in Karachi, Pakistan Suicide bomber kills 12 and injures 51. February 20, 2003, international diplomatic compound in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Truck bomb kills 17. February 28, 2003, U.S. consulate in Karachi, Pakistan Gunmen on motorcycles killed two consulate guards. July 30, 2004, U.S. embassy in Taskkent, Uzbekistan Suicide bomber kills two. December 6, 2004, U.S. […] Read the Full Article »