GlockMeisterG21
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Brad_Krause wrote:
Brad_Krause wrote:
I have three questions Brad. First is what have the WI Patriots done? I mean specifically. My second question is what is your opinion on the commonly held idea that the only way that cities like Madison will respect our right to carry is if they make too many wrongful arrests and have to pay out lawsuits? It seems to make sense to me. Lessons are not learned unless purchased. Finally, why have you filed no such suit? If nothing else one would think that you'd like to recoup the costs of your defense.The Wisconsin Patriots do not deserve the unwarranted criticism; no group has recently accomplished more in defending and promoting pre-existing rights.(1)
It is disingenuous to minimize the efforts of any individual or group that helped change Wisconsin's legal landscape because of petty differences. Many people stepped forward, from the first person not to be intimidated to those who continue to attend city council meetings. Every individual with a positive contribution is important, and an organized group of individuals is no different.(2)
It is further unproductive to attack a successful form of education to promote a personal preference. Some people may benefit more from personal research, others from taking a class, reading a book, or from a combination of approaches. If someone suggests one approach it should not prompt another person to promote their preference and belligerently exclude all others.(3)
I faced potential felony and later municipal charges for lawfully carrying a holstered firearm while planting a tree on private property I owned. Mr. Yates faces significantly lessened conditions for walking down State Street, while most other cities respect Attorney General Van Hollen's memorandum. This is a notable accomplishment resulting from the continuing efforts of many people.
Individual rights, our rights, should not be taken lightly. People have fought and died to protect our rights and continue to do so. If your intent is to make a positive contribution, please do so. If that is not your intent, perhaps you should consider moving to a country that does not afford the freedoms our Constitution guarantees.
Brad Krause
(1) "Nothing will change until we have a new governor" was expressed by other groups and echoed on this website until the first "open carry" case was won.
(2) The first "open carry" case was won because of unified support for inherent rights; subtracting any of the support may have resulted in a loss. It is not my intention to elevate the importance of any individual or group over another.
(3) This is seen in many topics on this website.