Tag Archives: Our right of self-defense

Put not your trust…

Posted on August 18, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

Rob Morse, whose Second Amendment and Self-Defense News email is always a great read, recently posted this snippet. “Selecting government personnel is how politicians establish policy. President Donald Trump nominated a judge for the U.S. Ninth Circuit. This judge, Eric Tung, has … Continue reading →

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The first quarter of the 21st Century is nearing its end…

Posted on March 16, 2025 by TPOL Nathan

…and so let us ask ourselves, how are we doing? Think about this, and consider the following: double Baker’s Dozen ™: SELF-DEFENSE TRUTHS FOR THE 21st CENTURY

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Saving Our School Children from Politicians

Posted on June 22, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

Editor’s note: This is based on a great story by Rob Morse, published at his Slow Facts webzine, about Tennessee. But it is important for us in every State. Across the Fifty States, politicians have left our students defenseless, and … Continue reading →

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Resisting tyranny in our northern neighbor!

Posted on December 9, 2022 by TPOL Nathan

Breitbart reports that at least four of the provinces to our north have made it clear to the guy who hides in basements in Ottawa that they will NOT cooperate in his gun grab. The provinces so far include Alberta, … Continue reading →

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A Baker’s Dozen ™: Lies about guns and self-defense

Posted on October 19, 2022 by TPOL Nathan

As always, the media is full of lies – of omission, commission, and half-truths – about weapons, people, and society. Here are a few to watch out for. The lies are intended to enflame fear and motivate those who are … Continue reading →

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Why are gun owners opposed to gun registration?

Posted on May 2, 2022 by TPOL Nathan

Guest post by Gregory K. Taggart, courtesy of Slow Facts. Some editing by TPOL. Question: “Why are gun owners against a central gun-owner database, also referred to as “Gun Registration”? At its root, the concept of a central gun-owner database … Continue reading →

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Uncle Joe lies again: the ghost gun episode

Posted on April 28, 2022 by TPOL Nathan

As we here in the States (and around the world) enjoy yet another episode of the second-season of that great “reality show” featuring dear old handsy Uncle Joe, think about this! A few days back, the DC establishment, with “suitable” … Continue reading →

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Do crime stats show the value of increased gun ownership?

Posted on September 24, 2021 by TPOL Nathan

As Uncle Joe and all his supporters and managers scream more and more about violent crime, lets step back and look for a moment. Back in September of 2020, a year ago, the FBI’s annual report confirmed what the Washington … Continue reading →

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To arms! To arms!

Posted on June 25, 2021 by TPOL Nathan

The way I read it, Joe Biden has given his blessing to massive private, personal armament. Or, at least, admitted that he and the hoplophobes, hoploclasts, gun-grabbers and their ilk and allies are all dead wrong. We need weapons – … Continue reading →

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Californian lies – so blatant even a judge recognizes them.

Posted on June 14, 2021 by TPOL Nathan

It just takes time, patience, and a lot of money. The recent decision by Judge Roger T. Benitez that overturns the State of California’s ban on AR-style rifles is a breath of fresh air in a fetid land. The ban, … Continue reading →

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