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Whereas:	The Right of the People to keep and bear arms is protected both by the U.S. Constitution and by the Constitution of the state of Texas; and
Whereas:	This unalienable right clearly includes the right to carry a handgun for self-defense; and
Whereas:	Requiring law-abiding citizens to ask government permission through the permit system before they can exercise their constitutional right to arms is a clear violation of that right; and
Whereas:	Real-life experience and extensive research both clearly demonstrate that restricting the right to bear arms in self-defense only encourages violent crime;
Therefore:	I respectfully urge you as my elected official to publicly support, co-sponsor and vote for the 2017 Texas Constitutional Carry bill. Texas Gun Rights will keep me informed about your votes and actions.

Petition to my State Senator and Represenative:

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Only with the financial support of grassroots gun owners can Texas Gun Rights prevail in the fight for your rights.

Best Guns For Seniors

Each of the guns on this list include at least one feature that makes them more user friendly to someone with limited hand strength, no matter if age, disability, or a chronic ailment is to blame. Good news if you fit this description. There are plenty of firearms on the market today that can help you enjoy shooting again!
These features include:

• Ease of trigger pull
• Grip ease
• Ease of loading/chambering
• Light recoil
• Light overall weight

  Ruger LCR

  The Ruger LCR gets high marks for shooters with low hand strength. The LCR stands for “Lightweight Compact Revolver” which would lead you to believe it fits at least a few of our criteria right off the bat. It does.
  The LCR is a double action only revolver with the hammer and firing  concealed within the frame’s handle, which makes cocking the hammer unnecessary, beneficial if you have difficulty cocking a single action revolver. This feature also makes carrying and drawing an LCR easier with no hammer to get hung up on.
  As for recoil, this revolver gives you plenty of options to choose your own recoil threshold. The LCR is available in a number of calibers ranging from .22lr, .22WMR, .38 special, to heavier loads like .357 Magnum, 9mm Luger, and .327 Federal.
  

  At a weight of just under 1LB for most models, this gun is light enough for most users. Combine these features with the Ruger name and reputation and you have a very strong candidate for many senior or disabled shooters.
  

  Beretta Bobcat 21 A (.25 ACP)

  The Beretta Bobcat is another compact and lightweight entry for seniors who may have difficulty racking a slide or holding a heavy handgun steady on target. Designed to serve as a lightweight pocket gun, the Bobcat naturally solves many of the issues facing seniors.
  The unique tip-up barrel allows for easy loading, allowing those who may have difficulty working a slide to chamber a round in a semi-auto pistol. Being a Beretta, the sights, construction, and ergonomics are top-notch.
  Obviously, the weapon is extremely small and lightweight. The Bobcat is very popular in the rimfire version, yet we recommend the .25ACP version. Some shooters report lower reliability in the .22lr version, citing jams, misfires, stovepipes, etc.
  

  If you plan to carry this gun for self-defense, you need absolute reliability. The .25 ACP is certainly on the low end of the recoil spectrum anyway, so firing the gun is still low-impact enough for most shooters struggling with arthritis and other conditions
  

  Ruger 10/22

  
  For those looking for a highly accurate and user-friendly target rifle, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention this classic plinkster.
  When it comes to accuracy, ease of use, and trigger-pull, the Ruger 10-22 is spot on. Very little strength is needed to work the bolt to chamber a round. From there, the shooter can enjoy a magazine’s worth of smooth, light recoil shooting. This can save conserve effort and strength when compared to a bolt-action rifle.
  This Ruger comes standard with a 10-round magazine that’s easy to remove and replace. If you’d like even more shots between reloads, there are plenty of high capacity options available.
  

  Like most .22lr long guns, the Ruger is lightweight in comparison to most high-powered rifles. The sights are straightforward, clean and classic.
  

  Smith and Wesson M&P – 9mm

  The M&P series is well-known for delivering a high bang-for-the-buck factor. For those with arthritis and or other issues that may affect their grip strength, the M&P also offers adjustable back straps to better fit your hand.
  In addition, the trigger pull for M&P performance models is roughly 4.5LBs, light enough to suit shooters with strength or joint issues.  Racking the slide on the M&P is also requires relatively easy.
  
  If you have the arm strength to hold a full-sized semiautomatic pistol, then it’s worth taking a look into the M&P series. If weight is an issue, keep in mind that you don’t have to keep the magazine at full capacity (17 rounds).
  

  Rossi Circuit Judge

  
  For those who feel most comfortable with a single action revolver, on account of strength or dexterity issues, yet who also prefer a rifle or carbine for target shooting, the Rossi Circuit judge is the best of both worlds.
  In fact, the Rossi can even be used for sporting clays and/or bird hunting applications. It’s perhaps the only revolver style shotgun with a long barrel on the market…
  While the Circuit Judge is available with .22LR/22WMR interchangeable cylinders — great for those who can only handle minimal recoil — we recommend the .45LC/.410GA version for it’s variability. In addition, the recoil produced by the .45 LC through this carbine is pretty negligible.
  

  Overall, this gun is a great option on account of its single-action features which add up to a lot of builtin safety and simplicity
  

  Bersa Thunder 380

  The Bersa Thunder is a very popular gun for a laundry list of reasons. This gun is small, high quality, easy to operate, and last but not least inexpensive.
  For under $300, this gun seems to find its way into the hands of shooters who really like holding a Wather PPK, but don’t want to pay for privilege. Many of those who’ve shot these guns side by side say the same thing: the Bersa is significantly lighter in weight, yet somehow produces a lighter recoil.
  If you’re in the market for an easy-to-use, easy-to-shoot carry gun, the Bersa is an excellent value. Its lighter weight, easy to rack slide, and light recoil make it a strong contender.
  

  Charter Arms .38 Special

  When it comes to self defense weapons that are safe, straightforward, and easy to shoot, it’s hard to beat the good old fashioned snub-nose revolver.
  Obviously, these snub nosed specials aren’t for long distance target shooting, or even mid-range. They can be a lot of fun to shoot, however.
  There are many great options out there produced by some of the most reputable names like Smith & Wesson, Ruger, and Colt. For some reason, lots of older shooters tend to prefer the Charter Arms version. It’s got a big comfy rubber grip, minimal recoil, and can fire in single or double-action mode, all for around $300.
  If a lightweight revolver is on your list, test drive a Charter 2″ snubbie.

SHOOTING HANDGUNS

California: Bullet Button Guns Must be Purchased and Received by Dec 31st

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Recently the California Department of Justice Bureau of Firearms sent out a notice to California firearms dealers with information regarding the recently passed “assault weapon” legislation, SB 880 and AB 1135. Persons who are wanting to acquire a firearm equipped with a “bullet button” or that will be considered an “assault weapon” under the new laws, must be processed and received by December 31^st, 2016. With California’s 10 day waiting period, the DROS process must be started no later than December 21^st. Given that unforeseen circumstances do arise, it is recommended that you plan accordingly.
Waiting for Additional Answers from DOJ
With the passage of Prop 63 and the recently passed package of gun control bills, many Californian’s are concerned about what is to come once these laws are implemented. Rest assured that your NRA is doing everything possible to continue the fight both legislatively and legally. Further, know that the California Department of Justice, who is tasked with implementation, still needs to promulgate rules. These rules could provide additional hurdles that may require further legislative and legal action on behalf of gun owners.  
The NRA remains committed to the fight for our rights in California.  With anti-gun politicians holding legislative majorities and often being directed by elitist billionaires who oppose the right to keep and bear arms, this is an uphill battle.  Know that we will continue to work tirelessly to defend your rights in California and across the Nation.
Recently, the NRA and CRPA hosted several webinars on the recently passed package of bills in addition to Prop 63. If you missed these important Webinars – do not worry!  Each webinar can be viewed by clicking on the links below.
SB 1235 – The Ammunition Bill
AB 1135 & SB 880 – Assault Weapons and AB 857: Ghost Guns
SB 1446, AB 1695 & AB 1511: False Reporting/Lending Bills
Newsom/Proposition 63
Lending Firearms in California 

NRA Applauds the Pre-Filing of Texas Senate Bill 16

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Legislation As Introduced Would Eliminate License to Carry Fees

Your NRA-ILA applauds Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and state Senator Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) for prioritizing and pre-filing legislation for the 85th regular session to address License To Carry (LTC) fees in Texas.  ​Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston), chair of the Senate State Affairs Committee, will co-author the bill with Sen. Nichols.   
This is important legislation for the 2017 Texas Legislative Session -- License To Carry (LTC) fees in the Lone Star State are some of the highest in the nation.  No hard-working, law-abiding Texan should be priced out of the ability to exercise his or her right to self-defense. 
Sen. Nichols pre-filed the measure today and it has been assigned a coveted low bill number, Senate Bill 16, indicating its priority status for Lt. Gov. Patrick.  An original License To Carry in Texas currently costs $140 -- a fee which has not changed since the state's Right To Carry law took effect 20 years ago, despite advances in technology and the passage of several laws streamlining the application process.  
SB 16 will allow honest citizens at all income levels to have equal access to this vital personal protection option.   Please thank Lt. Gov. Patrick for making this issue a priority for the upcoming session and Sen. Nichols  and Sen. Huffman for working to pass it.  Your NRA-ILA will keep you posted on the bill's progress once the Texas Legislature convenes on January 10, 2017.

CALL TO ACTION: Oath Keepers Pledge to Protect Electors from Terrorist Death Threats

OFFER OF PROTECTION TO ELECTORS:  Oath Keepers is hereby issuing a standing offer of volunteer protection to any of the Electoral College Electors who may feel threatened or in danger from leftist radicals attempting to coerce them into changing their vote as Electors.  Any Elector who wants our assistance may contact us at:  electors@oathkeepers.org

QUOTES THAT I LIKE

 "War is cruelty, and you cannot refine it." But sometimes, ya gotta fight. Some things are worth fighting for. And dying for.

"If violent crime is to be curbed, it is only the intended victim who can do it. The felon does not fear the police, and he fears neither judge nor jury. Therefore what he must be taught to fear is his victim." -


Pericles--"Freedom is only for those who have the guts to defend it".

The problem with society today is that not enough of us drink wine from our enemies skulls”.

It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze.

Gun control is like trying to reduce drunk driving by making it tougher for sober people to own cars!!!
-Sheriff Jim Wilson

Es gibt keine Notwendigkeit zu befürchten, Underdog hier ist.


What wins fights, what wins battles, what wins wars is violence, pure unrestricted violence.

Thomas Jefferson: The strongest reason for the people to keep and bear arms is, as a last resort, to protect themselves against the tyranny of government. That is why our masters in Washington are so anxious to disarm us. They are not afraid of criminals. They are afraid of a populace which cannot be subdued by tyrants."