Our nation is hopelessly divided—what’s next?

Chicago, IL—The Windy City is bracing for chaos. Fences are up, businesses are boarded, and the National Guard is assembling. Cops are getting their final briefings. ANTIFA soldiers are reportedly flooding in by the thousands, alongside hordes of anti-Semitic Palestinians planning their actions.

Chicago police officers have been thoroughly castrated, knowing full well that any attempt to stop the violence could get them fired or even prosecuted. The National Guard will be there with empty weapons, serving as little more than scarecrows. Private security agencies will be stretched to their limits, but they won't be much help either.

The local legacy media is hyping the tension, so if you live in central Chicago, it’s a good time to either get out of town or hunker down in a bunker.

Our country has never been this divided in living memory. We’re staring down a battle between constitution-defending patriots and the Democrats/Communists. The only question is, how violent will it get?

If you’re stuck in the danger zone, make sure you have firearms, ammunition, fire extinguishers, and any other defensive gear. Stock up on enough food and medicine for at least 10 days. Restaurants and supermarkets might be shut down, and food deliveries could be nonexistent.

The Current Status of Gun Control in America

Washington, DC — In June 2022, the United States Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in the landmark case of New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. Bruen. 

The Bruen decision struck down most, if not all, laws that restricted the carrying of concealed weapons in New York State. Additionally, several other gun-related cases that were previously decided contrary to the Second Amendment by various federal circuit courts of appeals are now being reconsidered. These cases involve issues such as so-called assault weapons, magazine capacity limits, waiting periods, age requirements for gun ownership, non-violent felons in possession of firearms, and other related matters.

The Supreme Court granted certiorari, vacated the previous opinions of the courts of appeals, and remanded the cases back to the lower courts for decisions consistent with the 135-page Bruen ruling. This process has been ongoing for the past two years, and these cases are expected to resurface as the Supreme Court reconvenes on the first Monday of October.

In its ruling, the Court affirmed that the Second Amendment means exactly what it says. The Bruen decision effectively invalidated most gun control laws that infringe on the right to possess and carry arms. The Court also made it clear that modern-day public safety concerns cannot justify laws that infringe upon gun rights.

If two-thirds of the American people wish to repeal or amend the Second Amendment, they must go through the rigorous political process required to make that happen.

As a result of the Bruen decision, most gun-related cases will be decided in favor of Second Amendment rights. Anyone charged with a gun possession crime should consider filing motions to dismiss based on Bruen. Currently, the majority of states do not require permits or registration of firearms. In these states, firearms can be carried in public, whether concealed or openly, and there has been no significant rise in crime.

Contrary to media narratives, the Supreme Court has not expanded gun rights but has simply restored rights that were wrongfully violated by various political entities. It's worth noting that many gun control laws originated during the post-Civil War Reconstruction era as a means to disarm newly freed slaves.

Domestic Violence Laws Have Gone Too Far

Phoenix, AZ— It all began in the 1980s. I clearly remember groups of butch lesbians dressed like Hells Angels gang members demonstrating on Jefferson Street, demanding stronger domestic violence laws.

The push at the time was to create tougher court restraining orders and to punish cowardly men who physically and emotionally abused women. These same groups also sought tax-supported shelters for battered women.

Those advocating for stricter laws ultimately succeeded, but things didn’t unfold as planned. As a licensed private investigator and court process server, I found myself serving these orders on lesbians who were allegedly abusing each other.

Obtaining restraining orders that eject a person from their own home and confiscate firearms requires only a single, unsupported allegation. Although there is a hearing later, the accused doesn’t get a public defender since these cases are considered civil matters, meaning due process is minimal at best.

I also discovered that the battered women’s shelters were often staffed by aggressive lesbians who preyed on the victims/residents.

However, the most significant issue arose when orders of protection and domestic violence allegations surged, not due to actual violence, but because people embroiled in divorce and custody battles were fabricating claims to gain an advantage in court.

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Another significant issue with these restraining orders is that judges tend to sign them automatically. They do this because should something terrible were to happen after refusing to sign, they would face intense scrutiny from the media and the public. As a result, judges often feel they have no options but to approve every order.

The real tragedy is that people are being convicted, castigated, and punished for life simply based on the unsubstantiated claims of their domestic partners. It gets even worse when the accuser decides to drop the allegations they initially brought to court. Prosecutors still find ways to convict the accused, often bypassing hearsay rules and without the testimony of the alleged victims.

Two things routinely happen to innocent people. First, they are publicly branded as abusers in court records, which severely impacts their future employment, relationships and marriages. Second, an innocent person can be barred from possessing a firearm for life, no matter how dire their future circumstances may be.

What I’ve learned is that the stigma attached to these accusations is often worse than the jail time itself.

Domestic violence should be treated like any other assault or battery case. Misdemeanors should not be escalated into major crimes.

Let me be clear: I absolutely abhor spousal abuse and believe in both enforcement and punishment for those who terrorize their partners. However, we must recognize that the system is often abused, and perjury becomes a tool for some to resolve their legal issues. The rampant misuse of domestic violence laws calls for urgent reform. We also need to understand that this is a complex issue, and a one-size-fits-all approach is inadequate.

Understanding the bankrupt ghetto culture of our big cities.

 

Chicago, IL—I was born and raised here, growing up in challenging circumstances with a dysfunctional, single mother who often left me to fend for myself. Whether she abandoned me with friends or sent me off to a boys' home for three years, I was forced to navigate a childhood of extreme poverty and neglect. By age 14, I had no choice but to get a full-time job and find my own apartment, or face being placed into foster care. Survival meant lying about my age, which I did to secure a job at Jake’s Pup in the Ruff in the Uptown neighborhood. By day, I attended Senn High School, and by night, I ran the hotdog stand alone. I found a small apartment and convinced the landlord I was 18. From there, things gradually improved, and I was thrust into adulthood much earlier than most.

The reason I share this background is to highlight my understanding of the realities of poverty, hunger, and parental neglect—issues that plague Chicago’s ghettos. However, despite those hardships, I didn’t grow up surrounded by the rampant drug culture and violence that has now become synonymous with these neighborhoods. 

At 19, I lied about my age again and managed to get hired by the Cook County Sheriff’s Police. This was all fine until I received my draft notice from President Lyndon Johnson. Hoping for an occupational deferment, my captain, Packy Walsh, discovered my real age. Instead of firing me, they reassigned me as a civilian until it was time for me to report for duty in the armed forces.  I had hoped be sent to the Coast Guard, but the Vietnam War had other plans, and I was trained as an Army infantryman. Although I received orders for Vietnam in 1968, I was rerouted to Germany, where I served as a medical corpsman at a large dispensary, similar to today’s urgent care centers.

After my service, I returned to work for Captain Walsh as if I had never left, this time in the Fugitive Warrants, Transportation Division. I spent my days dealing with the most dangerous criminals in Chicago, transporting them from jail to the various courthouses in the county, and even to County Hospital for medical treatment or the Cook County Morgue for Coroner’s Inquests. This job exposed me to a tragic and broken culture. Later, as a member of the Chicago Police Department, I truly saw the horrors of ghetto life—needless violence, child neglect, abuse, and the worst kinds of cruelty.

President Lyndon Johnson’s "war on poverty" was a socialist disaster. He and other Democrat politicians threw billions of taxpayer dollars at the problem, but instead of helping, they destroyed the black family structure. Overnight, the black community was transformed into a single-mother nightmare, with young women ill-equipped to raise their children properly, left to shoulder impossible responsibilities. With discipline gone from schools controlled by teachers' unions and massive political corruption at the hands of white liberals, black Americans were programmed into a cycle of dependency. They were led to believe that they could only survive by voting for the very people who kept them in misery.

Today, black Americans are trapped in a modern-day plantation, not much different from the days of slavery. They fill our prisons, jails, and death rows, kept ignorant, dependent, and in poverty by white liberals, Communists, and Democrats. The damage is so severe that it will take generations to undo. 

Black Americans deserve better—they should be competing for excellence and striving to achieve the American Dream. It all begins with education and training. Affirmative action, DEI hiring, and participation trophies strip people of their dignity. What truly matters is hard work, competitiveness, and the desire to succeed.

We need to provide remedial education so that black Americans can read, balance a checkbook, and manage a budget. We need to train them for real jobs or help them start their own businesses. 

Voting for Democrats has done nothing for them but serious harm. It’s time for black Americans to escape the plantation and start competing for their share of the American Dream.

The Risks of Open Carry for Handguns: Why Concealment is Wiser.

Phoenix, AZ— For many decades, Arizona only permitted the open carry of firearms, reserving concealed carry solely for sworn peace officers. However, open carry of handguns, in particular, is fraught with risks and is more likely to lead to a breach of peace than firearms carried discreetly.

When you openly carry a handgun, you are more likely to encounter unstable individuals who might confront, complain, or even attempt to disarm you. But there’s an even more alarming scenario: imagine someone sees you with a gun, feels threatened, and falsely reports to the police that you pointed the weapon at them. The police respond to find you openly carrying a firearm, and there’s a so-called “victim” willing to lie under oath. In Arizona, aggravated assault laws, especially those involving gun-pointing, are severe, carrying a mandatory five-year prison sentence without parole.

Even if you know you did nothing wrong, the trial may not go in your favor. The accuser could perjure themselves, and the prosecutor might paint you as a danger to society. With no evidence other than your word, the risk of conviction looms large. Facing such a scenario, many people, fearing the harsh sentence, may opt to plead guilty in exchange for probation or a shorter jail term—yet this still results in a felony conviction and a lifetime ban on owning firearms.

In states that only permit open carry, it might actually be safer to risk violating a misdemeanor law that forbids concealed carry. In a self-defense situation, how you carried the gun won’t be easily proven unless you self-incriminate. Arizona, after 14 years of my lobbying efforts eventually allowed for concealed weapons permits and later removed the requirement altogether. Therefore, there’s no practical reason to openly carry a handgun, as doing so diminishes any tactical advantage you might have in a self-defense scenario. It’s best to keep your firearm out of sight and out of mind.

As one of the first firearms safety instructors in the state, I’m proud to say my students have always acted responsibly. When it comes to long guns, however, situations of unrest may necessitate openly carrying rifles or shotguns. Recent history has shown us examples, such as Korean shopkeepers during the Rodney King riots in LA and that Kenosha riot that showed Kyle Rittenhouse defending himself against three thugs trying to kill him. 

While we must defend open carry laws for such situations, it is generally wiser to conceal handguns to avoid unnecessary and potentially life-altering conflicts. Never forget when you’re carrying a weapon conflict avoidance is rule number one.

Kamala Harris: The Clown Candidate We Didn't Know We Needed Kamala Harris: The Clown Candidate We Didn't Know We Needed

In the wild world of politics, where speeches are scripted and answers are doggedly rehearsed, one presidential candidate has found a way to stand out.  Kamala Harris, with her unique blend of forced laughter and cryptic phrases that sound like they’ve been pulled from a fortune cookie, has truly given America something to talk about.

Every time she’s asked a serious question, Harris seems to channel her inner wannabe stand-up comedian, unleashing a chuckle so out of place it could make a clown uncomfortable. It's as if she’s performing a one-woman show, where the punchlines are missing, but the laughs keep coming. Perhaps she’s trying to fill the awkward silences with her own brand of humor, or maybe she’s just as confused as the rest of us by what she’s saying. 

And then there's her VP pick. In a stroke of what some might call genius, and others might call “political suicide”, Harris chose a running mate who has "stolen valor" and enough liberal street cred to make Bernie Sanders blush. His claim to fame? Being the governor of Minnesota during the 2020 BLM/ANTIFA riots, where he apparently mistook "leadership" for being the rioter’s cheerleader.

This dynamic duo is shaping up to be a real gift to Donald Trump. Harris’s laughter might be contagious, but unfortunately for her, so is the bewilderment of voters. And as for her VP, well, let’s just say his track record isn’t doing them any favors. If their campaign strategy is to confuse, amuse, and lose, they’re doing a fantastic job.

In a political climate where candidates are often accused of taking themselves too seriously, Kamala Harris has managed to do the impossible: make the race for the White House feel like open mic night at the local comedy club. Let’s just hope that the voters get the last laugh. Kamala Harris, with her unique blend of forced laughter and cryptic phrases that sound like they’ve been pulled from a fortune cookie, has truly given America something to talk about.

Every time she’s asked a serious question, Harris seems to channel her inner wannabe stand-up comedian, unleashing a chuckle so out of place it could make a clown uncomfortable. It's as if she’s performing a one-woman show, where the punchlines are missing, but the laughs keep coming. Perhaps she’s trying to fill the awkward silences with her own brand of humor, or maybe she’s just as confused as the rest of us by what she’s saying. 

And then there's her VP pick. In a stroke of what some might call genius, and others might call “political suicide”, Harris chose a running mate who has "stolen valor" and enough liberal street cred to make Bernie Sanders blush. His claim to fame? Being the governor of Minnesota during the 2020 BLM/ANTIFA riots, where he apparently mistook "leadership" for being the rioter’s cheerleader.

This dynamic duo is shaping up to be a real gift to Donald Trump. Harris’s laughter might be contagious, but unfortunately for her, so is the bewilderment of voters. And as for her VP, well, let’s just say his track record isn’t doing them any favors. If their campaign strategy is to confuse, amuse, and lose, they’re doing a fantastic job.

In a political climate where candidates are often accused of taking themselves too seriously, Kamala Harris has managed to do the impossible: make the race for the White House feel like open mic night at the local comedy club. Let’s just hope that the voters get the last laugh.

Television today is like a rotting corpse, decomposing before our eyes

The late Newton Minnow, former Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, nailed it when he called television a "vast wasteland" of senseless violence, mindless comedy, and ads that make you want to throw up. And that was in 1961! If he could see the state of TV now, he'd probably throw himself off of a broadcast tower just to make it stop.

Reality shows? More like asinine fantasy shows where people compete to see who can be the most ridiculous for the least amount of money. And let’s not forget those Court TV programs featuring folks who seem to think brushing their teeth is a once-in-a-lifetime event. These people parade their petty grievances on national television, seemingly unaware that they should be mortified.

As for network news, it’s like watching a soap opera written by conspiracy theorists. The radical left has hijacked the narrative, and they repeat lies so often, they become truths—at least to anyone still watching.

Newspapers? Well, with over 70% of Americans barely able to read beyond a stop sign, print media doesn't stand a chance.

If it weren’t for streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video, my TVs would’ve been tossed into a landfill years ago. Thank goodness for the internet, or I’d have nothing but static and regret in my living room.

TV News and Transgender Reporters

 Anaheim, CA— I recently attended the Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) conference, a large professional gathering that lasted four days and was packed with educational sessions. It also served as a recruitment ground for news corporations looking to find new talent.

It seems that the era of hard-hitting investigative reporting, especially at the local news level, has all but disappeared. Legacy media has strayed far from its mission, rarely exposing government misconduct or holding politicians and bureaucrats accountable for their corruption.

Most reporters today tend to lean liberal, and their idea of investigative reporting unfortunately  aligns with political advocacy, particularly in support of the "woke" agenda. When reporting on crime, courts, and corruption, there should be no place for political favoritism; the focus should be solely on the facts and the evidence.

Legacy media has also taken on the burden of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) hiring practices. While hiring should be based on talent and ability, some organizations are overly concerned with meeting politically correct quotas. Equal opportunities should be available to all, regardless of race, religion, or sexual proclivities.  Hiring decisions based on quotas is simply wrong.

Over the years, many openly gay men have entered the journalism field and achieved significant success, such as Anderson Cooper and Sheppard Smith. Recently, the focus has shifted to legitimizing transgender identities. While most men dressed as women may appear comical or freaky, others manage to convincingly present as women.

At the IRE conference, I noticed a strong code of conduct was posted aimed at protecting transgender members from ridicule and gossip. Soon I was surprised to see about ten obvious men dressed as women among the attendees, which indeed was an unexpected distraction.

Upon reflection, I realized that these individuals were there to learn about investigative reporting, giving voices to the voiceless, and holding wrongdoers accountable. Ultimately, I believe that as long as they can perform their job aggressively, fairly, and objectively, their appearance should not matter. What is important is their ability to report the unbiased truth, rather than perpetuating left-leaning propaganda.

I am curious to see a major network place a transgender woman in an anchor chair and how it would affect ratings. Initially, curiosity might drive viewership up, but the long-term impact would prove interesting. 

Fighting Crime on Public Transportation: A Police Officer's Perspective

Los Angeles, CA— Public transportation in Los Angeles has been plagued by a surge of violent crimes. The current law enforcement policies, influenced by one-party Democrat rule, lean heavily towards leniency, a result of far radical left-wing ideologies.

In recent years, suspects arrested for crimes are often released with just a citation and a promise to appear in court. The cash bail system has been largely abolished for many offenses. The COVID-19 pandemic served as a pretext to grant early release to over 100,000 convicts. The consequences of these policies are dire, and lives are at stake.

Criminals have taken advantage of public transportation systems like subways and buses, where unarmed and vulnerable citizens commute daily. Simply increasing the number of uniformed officers on public transit has proven ineffective; criminals adapt by avoiding illegal activities in the presence of law enforcement.

What has been effective is deploying undercover officers who can act as decoys to attract violent criminals. Unfortunately, in an urban area like Los Angeles, the majority of these criminals are from minority communities. This isn't about race but rather the violent and destructive behaviors within certain cultural segments.

Undercover officers often have to resort to deadly force to protect themselves and others from sudden attacks. These necessary and justified actions result in violent criminals being permanently neutralized.

Reflecting on my days as a Chicago police officer, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) once had a plainclothes police force of 200 officers. Compared to the 14,000-strong uniformed Chicago Police Department, the CTA police were more effective in combating crime. They ended up killing many more criminals than the entire Chicago Police Department, most of whom were black. This didn't look good statistically, leading politicians to mandate that CTA officers wear uniforms. This change, supplemented by uniformed Chicago Police officers, led to a dramatic increase in crime on public transportation and a significant drop in the number of criminals neutralized. Meanwhile, the number of innocent victims rose sharply.

The reality is that putting a uniformed officer on every bus and train car is financially unfeasible. Additionally, police radios often don't work in subways, hindering officers' ability to call for backup.

Politicians know that allowing law-abiding citizens to exercise their Second Amendment rights could potentially reduce violence, as criminals would fear encountering armed passengers. However, this solution is vigorously rejected by these Democrats.

Rehabilitation of criminals remains a myth. The only reliable deterrent is age; young, aggressive criminals need to be incarcerated until they are no longer a threat. Politicians understand that certain communities have higher crime rates, which explains their overrepresentation in prisons. Despite this, these lame politicians prefer solutions that simply don’t work.

In conclusion, to ensure your safety, it might be best to avoid public transportation in large urban areas governed by radical policies.  If you must commute on public transportation only do it with a gun and proper training.  Black Criminals' Lives Matter more than yours.

Is America Headed Towards a Civil War?

Chicago, IL—It seems likely. I predict that the Democrats will once again steal the 2024 election, as they did in 2020.

Over 70% of current American residents are functionally illiterate and are ignorant about our government and constitution. They rely on nonprofits and NGOs for disinformation, as these organizations provide them with cash and benefits under the control of the Communist White House. This control forces them to vote Democrat essentially through extortion.

Democrats have been manipulating the election process for decades introducing fraud through various means. The so-called "motor voter" scam allowed anyone, regardless of citizenship, to obtain a driver's license and register to vote simultaneously.

During COVID, Democrats exploited the situation to introduce mail-in voting, making it easier for fraud to occur. Ballots are printed or stolen and filled out multiple times. Our election system is less secure than those in third world countries. Ballot harvesting is our new way of life. 

The Democrat party has been taken over by hardcore Communists, no longer resembling its past self. The influx of Illegal, immigrant, low-wage, scab workers due to mass invasion has harmed American workers the most.  

Conservative Americans understand the situation and the liberties earned through the blood of countless heroes. As the government continues its Coup d’etat there will come a time when Americans take deadly action against tyrannical politicians and their bureaucrats.

Fortunately, many American police officers lean conservative and will defend the constitution. While the upper echelons of the military (generals) may be controlled by Communists, the rank and file troops understand the importance of upholding the Constitution.

If another election is stolen, the American experiment as we know it will be doomed unless a revolution dedicated to renewing American principles takes place.