Sisters! Beware the NRA http://www.keepandbeararms.com/information/XcIBViewItem.asp?ID=819
by Leroy Pyle
It has been immensely satisfying these last few weeks to view the successes of the SAS-AIM ladies as they persisted in
busting through the media bias to force their message onto the major networks. Every one of the Sisters appearing across
the nation in opposition of the mmm were such a refreshing picture of confidence and truth for those who support the
Constitution and individual rights. The Sisters made themselves a necessary part of any report on the mmm by their
frankness that became a magnet for continuing interviews. It was impossible to ignore the Sisters' three R's; Respect,
Responsibilities, and Rights.
It was a pleasure to join our own protest rally here in Chicago and watch the local Sisters strut their stuff. They stood up to
the taunts of some very vicious "mmmoms", wooed the police officers who found it necessary to form a protective line
against those "mmmoms", and supplied our side with a variety of clever and imaginative signage. They whooped it up,
cheered the crowd with inspiring speeches, and conducted a very productive counter-demonstration.
The Sisters could not be ignored these last few weeks. It was a delight to watch as, one after another, the "news" casters
supplemented their biased reporting of the mmm with Sisters interviews and then corrections to their reports of the
"grassroots" mmm organizers until it became a standard to use a disclaimer whenever the mmm was mentioned. As difficult
as it must have been for the media to admit, Donna Dees-Thomas went from simple homey mom to the friend of Hillary
Clinton temporarily hired away from CBS network management, that she is. The non-profit, spurred by offended senses,
grassroots organization became the professionally produced stage show that it was, intended for marketing by media hype,
organized and coordinated by high powered Democratic sympathizers and notable gun-phobia entertainers led by Rosie,
herself. What a surprise that all this just came together! But the truth was told, thanks to the Sisters and their many
internet activist friends.
And the Sisters' success was finally confirmed when the NRA joined in. They didn't mention the Sisters, of course, but finally
entered the fray once the Sisters had planned the battle, organized the troops, funded the event, and attracted the media.
Darn nice of them, don't you think! Neither LaPierre nor Heston mentioned the Sisters efforts when the media sought them
out to speak on the pending mmm activities in D.C. Instead, they went public with commercials lauding their famous Eddie
Eagle program.
By now, I'm guessing NRA reps have met with leaders of SAS-AIM for some wining and dining. I hope that was taken
advantage of, as it is well deserved. Individual efforts will certainly be recognized at this year's annual meetings of the
membership. As a Benefactor Member of the NRA, myself, I am sure SAS-AIM representatives will be recommended for a
variety of the annual awards presented by the NRA to individuals and organizations with notable performances.
Why, then, the warning? As the NRA envelopes your cause, don't let them take your guns! Your strong, no-compromise
stand on firearms ownership is a potent and unifying force. The very real down-to-earth graphics presented on your web site
are dynamite.
DON"T LET THE NRA TAKE AWAY YOUR GUNS!
Consider the NRA Eddie Eagle program. As excellent as it is, guns are not allowed. Eddie cannot be used at a firing range.
No firearms are allowed in a demonstration. I have no problem with that, as the reasoning is valid. But where are the guns?
Take a good look at another woman's program sponsored by the NRA. "Refuse To Be A Victim" touts the many ways a
woman can avoid criminal attack, but firearms are not a part of the program, and the outline explains that firearms
ownership is not recommended. Again, what happened to the guns?
Much to the chagrin of my Second Amendment and Libertarian Friends, I supported NRA's CrimeStrike Program as an
effective way to put the face of evil on the criminal rather than the firearm. But where were the guns in that NRA program?
NRA firearms instructors are aware that the latest incarnation of the Personal Protection Pistol training prohibits the use of
humanoid targets! Realistic targets are not politically correct.
Being politically correct has its place. I fully support each and every one of the programs mentioned. I am an active NRA
Counselor/Instructor and utilize the NRA materials quite often. I have taken the Eddie Eagle mascot to parades and
presentations and am convinced that Eddie Eagle should be in every elementary school in these United States. As a career
police officer, I used that training and experience to train many thousands of women in a variety of personal protection
techniques. I recommend the "Refuse to be a Victim" program, as well as the similar programs presented by every police
agency in the country, for any woman concerned about victimization.
But where are the guns? Where is the straight talk. The winning talk? The talk that will take back our rights? These
ad-agency created programs are poll-driven, feel-good operations, intended to attract and enlarge the membership from a
politically correct "middle America". That same media-led "middle America" that has given away our Second Amendment
Rights for too many years.
I much prefer a dedicated organization of 100,000 Proud Patriots with the Sisters' spirit, to one of 3,000,000 whose record is
one of dismal, incremental losses, year after year.
And the final question: What have the politically correct programs of the NRA done for your Firearms Rights over the past
ten years? [Gun Free Schools with easily-targeted students, high cap magazine bans, "A" Grades for Gun Grabbers, Zero
Tolerance Enforcement for Unconstitutional Gun Laws backed by members' funds, et cetera.]
Sisters, your program is inspiring. It is unbeatable because you speak the truth. You talk the talk, and walk the walk. The
firearms community respects that. We need that. Take all the well deserved praise the NRA is sure to give. Accept their
invitations to sit on their committees, join in their festivities, accept their applause. You deserve that and more.
Please, ladies, maintain your independence and don't let the NRA take away your guns!
by Leroy Pyle
It has been immensely satisfying these last few weeks to view the successes of the SAS-AIM ladies as they persisted in
busting through the media bias to force their message onto the major networks. Every one of the Sisters appearing across
the nation in opposition of the mmm were such a refreshing picture of confidence and truth for those who support the
Constitution and individual rights. The Sisters made themselves a necessary part of any report on the mmm by their
frankness that became a magnet for continuing interviews. It was impossible to ignore the Sisters' three R's; Respect,
Responsibilities, and Rights.
It was a pleasure to join our own protest rally here in Chicago and watch the local Sisters strut their stuff. They stood up to
the taunts of some very vicious "mmmoms", wooed the police officers who found it necessary to form a protective line
against those "mmmoms", and supplied our side with a variety of clever and imaginative signage. They whooped it up,
cheered the crowd with inspiring speeches, and conducted a very productive counter-demonstration.
The Sisters could not be ignored these last few weeks. It was a delight to watch as, one after another, the "news" casters
supplemented their biased reporting of the mmm with Sisters interviews and then corrections to their reports of the
"grassroots" mmm organizers until it became a standard to use a disclaimer whenever the mmm was mentioned. As difficult
as it must have been for the media to admit, Donna Dees-Thomas went from simple homey mom to the friend of Hillary
Clinton temporarily hired away from CBS network management, that she is. The non-profit, spurred by offended senses,
grassroots organization became the professionally produced stage show that it was, intended for marketing by media hype,
organized and coordinated by high powered Democratic sympathizers and notable gun-phobia entertainers led by Rosie,
herself. What a surprise that all this just came together! But the truth was told, thanks to the Sisters and their many
internet activist friends.
And the Sisters' success was finally confirmed when the NRA joined in. They didn't mention the Sisters, of course, but finally
entered the fray once the Sisters had planned the battle, organized the troops, funded the event, and attracted the media.
Darn nice of them, don't you think! Neither LaPierre nor Heston mentioned the Sisters efforts when the media sought them
out to speak on the pending mmm activities in D.C. Instead, they went public with commercials lauding their famous Eddie
Eagle program.
By now, I'm guessing NRA reps have met with leaders of SAS-AIM for some wining and dining. I hope that was taken
advantage of, as it is well deserved. Individual efforts will certainly be recognized at this year's annual meetings of the
membership. As a Benefactor Member of the NRA, myself, I am sure SAS-AIM representatives will be recommended for a
variety of the annual awards presented by the NRA to individuals and organizations with notable performances.
Why, then, the warning? As the NRA envelopes your cause, don't let them take your guns! Your strong, no-compromise
stand on firearms ownership is a potent and unifying force. The very real down-to-earth graphics presented on your web site
are dynamite.
DON"T LET THE NRA TAKE AWAY YOUR GUNS!
Consider the NRA Eddie Eagle program. As excellent as it is, guns are not allowed. Eddie cannot be used at a firing range.
No firearms are allowed in a demonstration. I have no problem with that, as the reasoning is valid. But where are the guns?
Take a good look at another woman's program sponsored by the NRA. "Refuse To Be A Victim" touts the many ways a
woman can avoid criminal attack, but firearms are not a part of the program, and the outline explains that firearms
ownership is not recommended. Again, what happened to the guns?
Much to the chagrin of my Second Amendment and Libertarian Friends, I supported NRA's CrimeStrike Program as an
effective way to put the face of evil on the criminal rather than the firearm. But where were the guns in that NRA program?
NRA firearms instructors are aware that the latest incarnation of the Personal Protection Pistol training prohibits the use of
humanoid targets! Realistic targets are not politically correct.
Being politically correct has its place. I fully support each and every one of the programs mentioned. I am an active NRA
Counselor/Instructor and utilize the NRA materials quite often. I have taken the Eddie Eagle mascot to parades and
presentations and am convinced that Eddie Eagle should be in every elementary school in these United States. As a career
police officer, I used that training and experience to train many thousands of women in a variety of personal protection
techniques. I recommend the "Refuse to be a Victim" program, as well as the similar programs presented by every police
agency in the country, for any woman concerned about victimization.
But where are the guns? Where is the straight talk. The winning talk? The talk that will take back our rights? These
ad-agency created programs are poll-driven, feel-good operations, intended to attract and enlarge the membership from a
politically correct "middle America". That same media-led "middle America" that has given away our Second Amendment
Rights for too many years.
I much prefer a dedicated organization of 100,000 Proud Patriots with the Sisters' spirit, to one of 3,000,000 whose record is
one of dismal, incremental losses, year after year.
And the final question: What have the politically correct programs of the NRA done for your Firearms Rights over the past
ten years? [Gun Free Schools with easily-targeted students, high cap magazine bans, "A" Grades for Gun Grabbers, Zero
Tolerance Enforcement for Unconstitutional Gun Laws backed by members' funds, et cetera.]
Sisters, your program is inspiring. It is unbeatable because you speak the truth. You talk the talk, and walk the walk. The
firearms community respects that. We need that. Take all the well deserved praise the NRA is sure to give. Accept their
invitations to sit on their committees, join in their festivities, accept their applause. You deserve that and more.
Please, ladies, maintain your independence and don't let the NRA take away your guns!
) are not sexist. They support women in their political views, their shooting sports, and their right to carry for self-defense. Many of us are women (though, you can't always tell by our names). On the internet, I am often mistaken as being male. But, as one friend here once pointed out, most women don't voluntarily choose a name with "dog" in it. 
If a woman is politically knowledgable, and a shooter, she should be able to stand up for herself and say "I want to join a pro-gun group too!"
I was completely impressed that these classes sponsored by the "big bad NRA" were not dominated immediately with discussions about guns as the only means of increasing your personal safety, and therefore I put more credibility in the classes and was more open to the idea of guns. Very roundabout logic, I know.