Miss Demeanors
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I cut this out from the Chicago Sun Times and thought I'd post it here. 
"I'm sure all those who oppose guns will be in their glory proclaming that the latest shootings are yet another example of the need for stronger gun control and ultimately, their real goal: prohibition of private ownership of firearms. Never mind that the guns involved were obtained illegally.
In light of the recent tragedies, it is never more important than now to remind gun owners of the following:
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<LI>Gun ownership is a right that is not to be taken lightly. With this right comes great responsibilites.
<LI>Become familiar with the gun laws in your state and follow the rules. THe last thing gun owners need is to be portrayed as "loose cannons".
<LI>Keep guns locked in a secure area, and keep ammunition locked in a separate, secure area. If you need to keep a gun close by to protect your family, purchase a quick-access gun safe specifically made for this purpose. This is especially important if their are children in the home.
<LI>Become familiar with the gun itself. Take the time to fire it regularly at a range or other safe location. If you have a question about the gun, ask someone who is properly trained in its use.
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Most firearm owners are respectable, law-abiding citizens, and we must be especially cognizant of safety issues. The anti-gun lobby will stop at nothing to reach its ultimate goal, and we can't give it the ammunition to do it.
-Chuck Guy
Chicago Sun-Times Tuesday, March 7,2000
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"I'm sure all those who oppose guns will be in their glory proclaming that the latest shootings are yet another example of the need for stronger gun control and ultimately, their real goal: prohibition of private ownership of firearms. Never mind that the guns involved were obtained illegally.
In light of the recent tragedies, it is never more important than now to remind gun owners of the following:
<UL TYPE=SQUARE>
<LI>Gun ownership is a right that is not to be taken lightly. With this right comes great responsibilites.
<LI>Become familiar with the gun laws in your state and follow the rules. THe last thing gun owners need is to be portrayed as "loose cannons".
<LI>Keep guns locked in a secure area, and keep ammunition locked in a separate, secure area. If you need to keep a gun close by to protect your family, purchase a quick-access gun safe specifically made for this purpose. This is especially important if their are children in the home.
<LI>Become familiar with the gun itself. Take the time to fire it regularly at a range or other safe location. If you have a question about the gun, ask someone who is properly trained in its use.
</UL>
Most firearm owners are respectable, law-abiding citizens, and we must be especially cognizant of safety issues. The anti-gun lobby will stop at nothing to reach its ultimate goal, and we can't give it the ammunition to do it.
-Chuck Guy
Chicago Sun-Times Tuesday, March 7,2000
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Sandys' Homepage
We are as one as we all are the same fighting for one cause -Metallica