Copyright infringement was the best thing that ever happened to music

Imagine a world without social media—where so much of that terrific music, the kind that stirs your soul, might’ve slipped away forever into the quiet haze of time. I can still hear the crackle of vinyl, the hum of an 8-track, or the soft click of a cassette rewinding, pulling me back to those golden years.

Let me say this: the songs churned out over the last decade feel like they’ve lost their way, drifting into a shallow tide of noise with little heart. The greats—the ones who poured their lives into every lyric and chord—they’re mostly gone now. Legends silenced by time, their voices stilled by age or illness, leaving behind a legacy that once seemed destined to fade.

Back then, copyrights were guarded like treasures in a vault, but oh, when those rules were broken, something magical sparked to life. Those forgotten tunes from the ‘40s, ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s—songs that danced through soda fountains, drive-ins, and dimly lit jukeboxes—found their way back to us. Social media became this unexpected time machine, tossing out a grainy clip or a fleeting post that’d hit you square in the chest. Suddenly, you’d remember *that* song—the one you hadn’t thought of since summer nights with the car windows down. You’d scramble to track it down, maybe dig through a dusty record bin or click “buy” online, just to hold that piece of the past again.

And here’s the twist: that so-called “copyright infringement” didn’t just resurrect those old melodies—it breathed new life into them. Young artists, kids who weren’t even born when these songs first aired, started picking up guitars and crooning covers. Pair those iconic names—Sinatra, Aretha, Lennon—with their timeless tracks, and you realize the voices may have faded, but the music? It’s still here, echoing through the years like a stubborn, beautiful ghost.

Now, when I flip between some lost performance on YouTube—grainy footage of a ‘60s band swaying under stage lights—and today’s glossy TV lineup, there’s no contest. Nostalgia wins every time. That music from my youth wasn’t just sound; it was freedom. Whether it was an 8-track humming in the backseat, a cassette whirring in my Walkman, or a CD spinning in the car stereo as the highway stretched out ahead, it turned every moment into something bigger. Those songs weren’t just tunes—they were the soundtrack to a simpler, exciting time, 

The Law, Artificial Intelligence, and Legal Self-Representation: A New Dawn

A few years ago, artificial intelligence (AI) was not particularly impressive. Mistakes in data processing made it somewhat unreliable. 

Fast forward to today, and AI's accuracy has become shockingly high, with user interfaces that are remarkably simple. Lawyers are now leveraging AI for legal research, document preparation, discovery, and it generates an unlimited array of deposition and trial questions for witnesses. AI provides lawyers with courtroom arguments, arguably making them smarter than even Clarence Darrow. The legal community is on the brink of a massive AI overhaul.

For medical professionals, AI evaluates medication dosages and diagnostic tests, reducing errors. In radiology, AI has shown to interpret x-ray images more accurately than the best practitioners alone.

There's no doubt that many professions are about to undergo dramatic changes. Law school, for instance, might be condensed into a few months focusing on the Bill of Rights, court procedures, and crucially, how to maximize AI's capabilities. Gone are the days of commuting to law libraries, as documents that once took hours to produce now take mere minutes. Currently, lawyers might still charge hourly rates as if they were working the old-fashioned way, but those days are numbered. When hiring a lawyer, expect them to spend far fewer hours preparing and litigating your case, since the most valuable aspects of legal work involve negotiation and adversarial skills, not document preparation.

A serious issue arises for sheriffs and prison wardens. Many prisoners, unable to afford bail or serving time, are constantly engaged in legal proceedings, filing motions or navigating appeals. Traditionally, they've been limited to pencils, paper, and a meager supply of legal materials. Given the vast resources available to prosecutors, this leaves the accused at a significant technological disadvantage.

The courts will need to address providing prisoners with a form of legal parity when they choose to represent themselves. This means jailers might have to supply computers, internet access, printers, and ensure privacy for inmates. The resistance to these changes will be substantial, but in the long run, they could streamline court processes, saving both time and money.

Currently, the high cost of legal services often prices litigants out of seeking justice, but this new era might usher in a different form of self-representation, making justice more accessible.

If you're contemplating law school, one thing is clear: the legal profession is changing at warp speed.

Los Angeles Schools’ Cell Phone Ban: A Cowardly Admission of Failure

Los Angeles, CA—The Los Angeles public school system has just implemented a sweeping cell phone ban, a feeble and misguided attempt to mask its own deep-rooted failures. Instead of addressing the real crisis—rampant delinquency, bullying, and classroom chaos—school officials have chosen to punish every student, stripping them of a vital lifeline to the outside world.

Let’s be clear: cell phones are not the problem—failing schools, out-of-control students, and weak leadership are. This draconian ban does nothing to stop the bullies and troublemakers who disrupt classrooms and terrorize their peers. Worse yet, it leaves vulnerable students defenseless in situations of bullying, harassment, or even real emergencies—whether it's an active shooter, a school riot, or a natural disaster.

Instead of imposing collective punishment—a tactic ripped straight from the playbooks of the old Soviet Union and North Korea—why not enforce discipline? The real solution is simple:

- Crack down on the delinquents who cause the disruptions.

- Restore a strong police presence on school campuses.

- Stop bowing to teachers' unions that oppose law and order.

The sad truth is that public schools, especially in Democrat-run cities, are failing catastrophically. Over 70% of Americans are functionally illiterate, and the same people who let our education system rot are now pretending that banning phones will fix the disaster they created.

This ban isn’t about education. It’s about control, incompetence, and cowardice—at the expense of students who deserve better.

Advertising for your favorite firearms and gun rights organizations is not just a bad idea—it’s an outright tactical mistake.

As a young cop, I quickly developed a deep respect for firearms, gravitating toward trusted brands like HK, Smith & Wesson, Sig, and, of course, Glock. These modern weapons are precision-engineered tools of defense, and in the hands of a well-trained individual, they can mean the difference between life and death.

Naturally, firearm manufacturers saw an opportunity to expand their presence, rolling out branded gear—hats, jackets, and all manner of apparel—allowing gun owners to showcase their loyalty. And while I have no issue seeing someone sporting their favorite brand at a range or training facility, wearing that kind of gear in public is a dangerous liability.

From a tactical standpoint, it’s a flashing neon sign to criminals. It tells them that you may be carrying a firearm—making you an instant target. A desperate or violent criminal might see you as a challenge, a prize to be won by taking your weapon or testing your resolve. The second you advertise, you surrender your tactical advantage.

Then, there’s the even greater danger: the unhinged, anti-gun zealots lurking in society. These people aren’t just opposed to firearms—they actively despise gun owners. Wearing an NRA hat or a pro-gun shirt could invite a confrontation you never asked for. And in today’s volatile climate, those confrontations can turn dangerous, even deadly.

But the worst consequence? It could be used against you in a courtroom.

Imagine, God forbid, you are forced to use deadly force in a self-defense situation. You did everything right, but now you find yourself at the mercy of a politically motivated prosecutor. There are countless DAs and politicians across this country who would love nothing more than to make an example out of a lawful gun owner. And when you face a jury of 12, you can bet that at least a few of them despise firearms, gun owners, and the NRA itself. Do you think they will give you a fair shake? Take a guess—and I promise you won’t like the answer.

Prosecutors in self-defense cases have repeatedly used pro-gun apparel and social media photos as ammunition against defendants, painting them as trigger-happy vigilantes looking for a fight. They have held up pictures of defendants wearing gun-branded gear in court, using it to manipulate jurors into believing the person was itching for violence.

So here’s my advice: if you own this kind of apparel, keep it where it belongs—at the range or during training. And whatever you do, keep those photos off the internet. If you ever find yourself in a legal battle over self-defense, the difference between freedom and prison could come down to a single piece of so-called “evidence.”

Yes, you have the First Amendment right to wear whatever you want. But the question is: at what cost?

Germany is under attack by the political left.

Since the formation of the globalist European Union, the rich, diverse cultures that once defined Europe have been systematically eroded. What was once a land of art, history, and tradition has been overrun by unchecked violence, surging socialism, and an ideological war against national identity.

The calculated importation of military-age men from radicalized Muslim countries has shattered the safety and stability of European cities. These foreign men—who neither speak the language nor respect the customs of their host nations—have left behind a trail of destruction. Innocent European women have suffered horrifying sexual assaults, while businesses have been ravaged by waves of shoplifting and criminal activity. Streets that were once bustling with tourists now echo with fear, as European tourism crumbles under the weight of lawlessness.

Globalist politicians, hellbent on forcing a new communist order upon the West, are marching Europe toward a dystopian nightmare of surveillance, control, and censorship. But in Germany, resistance is rising. The Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) has emerged as a force of defiance—standing not only for Germany’s national sovereignty but for the survival of Western civilization itself.

Yet, the establishment fights back with its oldest, most dishonest trick: slander. In Western Germany, AfD is smeared as a reincarnation of the Nazi Party—a blatant, cynical lie designed to silence opposition. But in the East, where the German people endured the iron grip of communism for decades, they recognize the truth. They have suffered under totalitarianism before, and they refuse to bow to it again. The people of East Germany know exactly what the globalist elites want—absolute control, a police state disguised as progress, and a silencing of all dissent. And they are fighting back with everything they have.

Germany is now the frontline in a battle between radical communists masquerading as centrists and true conservatives who dare to resist. The leftist establishment, in its desperation, has resorted to fascist tactics—censorship, propaganda, political persecution—all while falsely accusing their opponents of the very crimes they themselves commit.

Make no mistake: fascism is creeping back into Germany, but not from the right. It is rising from the globalist left, cloaked in the language of tolerance and democracy, but wielding the iron fist of tyranny. Do not be fooled. Germany’s AfD is not just fighting for Germany—they are fighting for the soul of Europe itself.

Los Angeles in Flames: The Illegal Alien Uprising Has Begun

The criminal backlash we all saw coming has finally erupted in the streets of Los Angeles. Fueled by entitlement and lawlessness, thousands of illegal aliens and their radical supporters turned the city into a war zone. They didn’t just protest they seized control. Innocent motorists on the 101 Freeway were taken hostage, trapped by an unruly mob that had no regard for human life or public order. This wasn’t some peaceful First Amendment rally. It was an outright criminal insurrection, a declaration of war against the rule of law.

Cars and city busses were vandalized. Chaos reigned. Graffiti was sprayed like a battle cry, marking the city with the scars of a society spiraling into anarchy. And where was Mayor Karen Bass? Nowhere to be found. She had an obligation to demand order, to stand up for the rights of law-abiding citizens, but she chose silence. No surprise there, Bass has spent her entire career aligning herself with the most ruthless leftist revolutionaries. Her admiration for Fidel Castro and Che Guevara tells you everything you need to know about her vision for America. She doesn’t just tolerate this kind of violent uprising, she welcomes it.

But let’s be clear: America has spoken. The majority of voters sent Donald Trump back to the White House to clean up the devastation left by Joe Biden and his lawless administration. This isn’t about compassion or opportunity. It’s about an invasion, orchestrated and encouraged by corrupt politicians who care more about pandering to illegal immigrants than protecting American citizens. The mission is clear: remove every last illegal alien and restore the rule of law.

We are a nation built on laws. Immigration laws exist for a reason. If you want to enter America, you knock at the front door, apply legally, and wait your turn, just like millions of others have done before. The left likes to claim that we are a nation of immigrants, but they conveniently ignore the fact that past generations were vetted, screened, and held to strict standards. At Ellis Island, countless European migrants were examined, questioned, and sent back if they didn’t meet health or behavior requirements. That was the cost of admission. But today? Anyone who can sneak across the border is handed free benefits, free housing, and free healthcare, all paid for by hard-working American taxpayers.

And while the leftist elite cry about compassion, let’s not forget how their beloved Franklin Roosevelt, a leftist icon blocked Jewish refugees from fleeing the Holocaust. They weren’t given handouts. They weren’t welcomed with open arms. They were turned away. Yet today, our borders are thrown wide open for people who show zero respect for our laws, our culture, or our sovereignty.

And the irony? These so-called refugees proudly wave the flags of the very shit hole nations they claim to be fleeing from. If their home countries are so unlivable, why do they cling to the symbols of their failure? This isn’t about asylum it’s about exploitation. They don’t want freedom; they want a free ride at America’s expense.

Meanwhile, real Americans suffer. Our cities are crumbling, our hospitals are overwhelmed, and our housing crisis is spiraling out of control, all because of illegal immigration. American citizens are forced to stand in line behind those who have no right to be here.

Let’s s get one thing straight: we fought for our freedom. The Founding Fathers risked everything for this nation. If these so-called refugees hate their governments so much, they should fight for their own freedom, on their own soil. Instead, they invade ours, demanding rights they never earned, while politicians like Karen Bass and Gavin Newsom cheer them on.

Enough is enough. The American people are waking up. The lawlessness must end. And under Trump, it will.

It is time for a little satire on the FBI, I couldn’t help myself!

J. Edgar Hoover clung to the FBI director’s chair like a barnacle on a battleship from May 10, 1924, until his final micromanaging breath on May 2, 1972, a nearly 48-year reign of wiretaps, blackmail, and stylishly ominous fedoras. He outlasted eight presidents, proving that he didn’t just serve under them he obviously had dirt on all of them:

1. Calvin Coolidge (1923-1929) Probably too quiet to be blackmailed.

2. Herbert Hoover (1929-1933)  No relation, but still got bossed around.

3. Franklin D. Roosevelt (1933-1945)  Tried to rein him in. Failed.

4. Harry S. Truman (1945-1953) Called the FBI a Gestapo. Not wrong.

5. Dwight D. Eisenhower (1953-1961) A general, yet still no match for J. Edgar’s dossiers.

6. John F. Kennedy (1961-1963) Well let’s not get into that.

7. Lyndon B. Johnson (1963-1969) The only guy who might have been as ruthless as Hoover.

8. Richard Nixon (1969-1974) Paranoid, but Hoover was two steps ahead.

Hoover was the ultimate deep-state puppet master, holding onto power with an iron fist and an extensive collection of blackmail files. His FBI wasn’t just a law enforcement agency it was a PR machine that turned G-Men into crime-fighting legends, all while Hoover made sure Hollywood knew who the real boss was.

And then he died.

Since then, the FBI has gone from fedoras, trench coats and Tommy guns to a rainbow-colored clown parade of bureaucratic diversity hires and woke HR memos. Once the nation’s top communist hunters, they’re now the official political hit squad for the Democrat Party. If you’re a Clinton, an Obama, or a Biden, congrats the FBI is your personal cleanup crew. If you’re a political opponent? Well, expect an early morning raid with CNN mysteriously on-site.

The days of square-jawed agents taking down mobsters and spies are long gone. The FBI is now a flaccid, metrosexual bureaucracy that couldn’t bust a jaywalker without checking first if it’s a protected class. Hoover may have been a tyrant, but at least he ran a competent one. Now? It’s just a taxpayer-funded joke that gets less funny every day.

The Thrill of Criminal Justice: Investigating for the Defense

For decades, I’ve worked as a criminal defense investigator, primarily for high profile paying clients. Along the way, I’ve taken on pro bono cases, driven by a sense of duty to ensure justice prevails. But now, my career has taken an exciting turn.

After a substantial pay increase to conduct defense investigations funded by the courts, I’ve fully immersed myself in this world. I now have seven clients—most of whom have rejected public defenders or court-appointed attorneys. They’re accused of heinous crimes, cases that seem impossible on the surface. Some might say these are hopeless causes, but I see something different.

The reality is, many of these cases are actually triable. Some of my clients will be acquitted, while others will avoid harsh, unwarranted sentences. The challenge lies in uncovering the truth that the system often overlooks—or even suppresses.

There’s no greater satisfaction than restoring freedom to someone who has been wrongfully accused or seriously overcharged. Watching them walk out free, reclaiming their lives after facing the overwhelming force of the justice system, is an indescribable feeling.

Technology has revolutionized defense investigations. Police body cameras have become an invaluable tool, allowing me to scrutinize every moment of an arrest or interrogation. These cameras reveal the successes and failures of cops in real time. But even with this technology, there’s always more to uncover—angles the cameras didn’t catch, details buried in reports, witnesses who were ignored.

No matter the accusations, every person deserves a competent defense. The criminal justice system is a treacherous battleground, often dictated by luck rather than facts. My job is to shift those odds—not through chance, but through relentless investigation, exposing the evidence that can stop injustice in its tracks.

It’s not just a career. It’s a mission. And every case is an opportunity to make a real difference.

California’s Democrat-Made Inferno: A Legacy of Failure and Ruin

The devastation of Pacific Palisades and Altadena wasn’t just a natural disaster—it was the inevitable consequence of California’s disastrous Democrat leadership. The unchecked wildfires that obliterated entire neighborhoods weren’t some freak accident; they were the result of years of mismanagement, environmental negligence, and a refusal to prioritize public safety over radical policies.

Now, the aftermath is just as grim. The land is scorched beyond recognition, leaving behind thousands of tons of toxic debris that must be painstakingly removed. Critical infrastructure—water, sewage, gas lines, electricity—must be rebuilt from nothing. And then, of course, there’s the question of those once amazing homes. What was once vibrant communities has been reduced to lifeless ruins, and rebuilding from the ground up will take decades—if it ever happens at all.

But here’s the real tragedy: The displaced residents cannot afford to wait. They need shelter now. They need jobs now. And they know the truth—this state is a lost cause. Why would they remain in a place so recklessly governed that their entire livelihoods were incinerated? They won’t. They’re leaving, and they’re never coming back.

The entertainment industry, once a pillar of Los Angeles, is already eyeing greener pastures. Advances in technology make relocation easier than ever, and businesses are realizing that they don’t need to operate in a state that overtaxes them, under-protects them, and then abandons them in times of crisis.

In the years to come, Altadena and Pacific Palisades might be habitable again—but they’ll never be the same. The tight-knit communities, the culture, the families who built their lives here? Gone. Replaced, at best, by a sterile, state-controlled redevelopment plan that no longer reflects the people who once called it home.

And there’s one final reckoning coming: the political shift. The very people who blindly voted Democrat for decades now understand the cost of their decisions. Their homes, their businesses, their entire lives were sacrificed on the altar of corruption, incompetence, and climate hysteria. Wherever they relocate, they won’t make the same mistake again. Expect a shift. Expect a backlash. And expect the long-overdue collapse of the political machine that made this disaster possible in the first place.

Establishing an Alibi: Leveraging Modern Evidence to Prove Innocence

Today more than ever we are a surveillance society.  We are caught on video nearly everywhere we go in an urban area.  The cell phones we carry track us. Every time we make a purchase, there’s some kind of record.  This modern data will condemn the guilty or free the innocent.  Eye witnesses have been replaced in courtrooms by custodians of records that bring virtually unimpeachable evidence into court rooms.  A good defense investigator can mine the data that will uncover the truth.

In the past, unreliable eye witness testimony often dictated the outcome of criminal investigations. Today, however, we have a wealth of technological evidence that can objectively verify or disprove a suspect’s whereabouts at the time of a crime. If you can accurately recall where you were, multiple forms of data can be gathered to support your claim, including:

Surveillance Footage – Cameras are everywhere, from convenience stores to ATMs, gas stations, and traffic intersections. Reviewing available footage can confirm your location and activities.

Credit & Debit Card Transactions – Purchases made at stores, restaurants, or gas stations leave electronic records with timestamps, which can be cross-referenced with surveillance video. Be sure to check your bank statements for transactions that coincide with the relevant timeframe.

License Plate Readers (LPRs) – Many cities and highways are equipped with LPRs that track vehicle movements. If you were driving, these records can place your car at a specific location.

Cell Phone Data – Calls, texts, app usage, and GPS tracking can create a digital footprint that maps out your movements. Even passive connections to cell towers can provide critical location data.

Toll Booth and Public Transit Records – If you used a toll road, metro card, or rideshare service (Uber, Lyft, or taxi), these records can further confirm your location.

Social Media Activity – Posts, check-ins, live streams, or even photos with metadata (time and location stamps) can corroborate your alibi.

Something as simple as a Slurpee purchase at 7-Eleven could provide not only a time-stamped transaction but also surveillance footage that exonerates you. If you are facing accusations, it is crucial to gather and preserve this evidence immediately before it is lost or overwritten. Being proactive can mean the difference between a wrongful conviction and proving your innocence.

The Short Barrel Rifle Controversy: A Fight Against Ignorance and Misguided Legislation

The politicians behind the Gun Control Act of 1934 either didnât understand firearms or deliberately ignored reason and logic. In response to Prohibition-era gang wars, they aimed to make firearms less dangerous but failed, categorizing practical tools like short-barreled rifles (SBRs) alongside machine guns and explosives. This wasn’t just overreach it was a direct attack on personal liberty and common sense.

Short-barreled rifles are essentially pistols with a shoulder stock, making them easier to handle, improving accuracy, and reducing accidents. These enhancements particularly benefit individuals with physical limitations, such as the elderly or those with arthritis. Ironically, better accuracy during Prohibition-era gang conflicts might have reduced collateral damage by minimizing harm to bystanders. Yet lawmakers chose to vilify a firearm design that could have improved safety for everyone.

Modern solutions, like pistol braces, have exposed the absurdity of the SBR ban. Acting as de facto shoulder stocks, these braces provide the same benefits. Predictably, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE) opposes this innovation is not for public safety but as a matter of control. Similarly, vertical fore-grips, which add stability and improve firearm handling, are restricted without logical justification.

These bans are particularly harmful to individuals with disabilities, who rely on such features to exercise their Second Amendment rights safely. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), denying access to these tools is discriminatory and indefensible. Modifications like pistol braces and vertical grips empower people with physical limitations to handle firearms effectively, whether for self-defense or recreational shooting.

Restricting SBRs under outdated laws not only defies logic but also creates unnecessary barriers for people with disabilities. Such restrictions conflict with the ADA’s intent, strengthening the argument for repealing these regulations. The problem isn’t short-barreled rifles or their features it’s misguided legislation and bureaucratic overreach.

How can such an evil person be elected mayor of Los Angeles?

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass stands as a glaring example of failed leadership, dangerous ideology, and catastrophic negligence, leaving the city vulnerable to death, disaster and despair.

Her troubling past includes direct involvement with ruthless Marxist organizations, notably the Venceremos Brigade in the 1970s, a group dedicated to supporting Fidel Castro’s oppressive Cuban regime. Bass repeatedly traveled to Cuba during this time, openly aligning herself with mass murderers, like Castro and Che Guevara. Supporting dictators who trample on freedom and human rights is a damning stain on her record and underscores her unfitness to lead any free society.

Where was the media during the elections, and why did they actively shield this treacherous woman’s past? Karen Bass, with her long political career, has benefited from a complicit media eager to cover up her actions and enable her destructive mission. This raises serious concerns about the media’s role as not just passive observers but active facilitators of an agenda aimed at undermining the American way of life and system of government. Their willful negligence and enabling behavior demand accountability.

Los Angeles, a city historically prone to catastrophic disasters such as earthquakes, wildfires, and riots, is crumbling under her watch. Despite the city’s immense vulnerability, Bass has knowingly made destructive decisions that have endangered public safety and left Angelenos ill-equipped to withstand crises. She cut nearly $20 million from the fire department’s already strained budget, crippling its ability to respond to the ever-worsening wildfire season. Hundreds of fire department vehicles are sitting idle because the city has failed to fund basic maintenance, and fire hydrants throughout Los Angeles are neglected and non-operational. When wildfires struck with terrifying ferocity, destroying billions of dollars in property and displacing countless families, Bass’s administration was shamefully unprepared to respond. Lives were lost, homes reduced to rubble, and irreplaceable heirlooms destroyed—all while city leadership failed its most basic responsibilities.

The devastation doesn’t end there. Bass has allowed the homeless crisis to spiral out of control, ignored the fentanyl epidemic ravaging communities, and neglected public safety, leaving Angelenos more vulnerable than ever in a city where riots and social unrest have repeatedly erupted throughout history. Instead of focusing on solutions, she has wasted millions of taxpayer dollars on pet projects that serve no real purpose.

Even in the face of such catastrophic failures, Bass refuses to take any accountability. She smiles for cameras, offering empty platitudes while Angelenos suffer the devastating consequences of her leadership. Her inaction and negligence have left the city totally unprepared to deal with the expected fire threat.  

Karen Bass’s leadership is a dangerous liability for Los Angeles. She must be investigated, held accountable, and prosecuted for her gross negligence and failure to protect the city. In a region so vulnerable to natural and human-made disasters, her recklessness has not only betrayed the people of Los Angeles but has cost lives, livelihoods, and any sense of security. She has proven herself unfit for office and unworthy of the freedoms she has failed to protect. 

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass stands as a glaring example of failed leadership, dangerous \ideology, and catastrophic negligence, leaving the city vulnerable to disaster.  

My take away from the 2025 SHOT SHOW in Las vegas.

 

Las Vegas, NV — The 2025 SHOT SHOW once again proved why it’s the premier event for firearm enthusiasts. Having attended these shows for as long as I can remember, I still find them thrilling. While the public isn’t< invited, a robust media presence—including vloggers and bloggers—ensures everyone gets a glimpse of the latest innovations, even if they can’t handle the products themselves.

Firearm enthusiasts know that the core technology of firearms hasn’t fundamentally changed in over a century. The modern case cartridge, which integrates the bullet, powder, and primer into a single unit, was invented in 1808 by Jean Samuel Pauly. His groundbreaking design laid the foundation for later advancements, such as the rimfire cartridge by Flobert in 1845 and the centerfire designs by Boxer and Berdan in the mid-19th century. The last major innovation came in 1884 when Paul Vieille introduced smokeless gunpowder, revolutionizing firearm reliability and efficiency. Since then, the focus has shifted to refining ergonomics, reliability, and aesthetics.

One of the most iconic developments in recent history is the transition from wooden stocks to lightweight synthetic materials, exemplified by the military M-16. This “black rifle,” with its controversial 5.56mm cartridge, was designed more to incapacitate than to kill, creating a logistical burden for enemy forces. Its civilian counterpart, the AR-15, has become a favorite for self-defense, particularly among the elderly and disabled. Lightweight, easy to handle, and highly accurate, it provides a level of confidence unmatched by most handguns.

Today’s firearms are not just tools; they are works of art. Manufacturers are embracing bold designs, offering firearms in vibrant colors and artistic finishes that showcase personality and flair.

The SHOT SHOW is also a reflection of broader cultural trends. Over the last 20 years of having Democrats in the Whitehouse, relentless attempts to curtail gun rights have driven unprecedented firearm sales, with an estimated 100 million additional guns sold during the Clinton, Obama and Biden administrations. Equally notable is the significant rise in gun ownership among women, who are embracing firearms as tools for defense of self and their loved ones.  

Another fascinating phenomenon during the SHOT SHOW is its effect on Las Vegas. With nearly 70,000 armed attendees in town, crime virtually disappears. Over the years, I’ve never heard of a single injury or fatality at the SHOT SHOW or NRA events—a testament to the responsibility of the firearm community.

This year’s SHOT SHOW was as massive and overwhelming as ever. With only four days to explore, it’s impossible to see everything. Strategic planning is essential to make the most of the experience.

Beyond the exhibits, the SHOT SHOW is a reunion for many in the industry. I enjoyed reconnecting with old friends and colleagues and am already looking forward to the 2026 show. For gun enthusiasts, the SHOT SHOW is more than an event—it’s a celebration of our shared passion.

President Donald Trump was elected with a clear mandate to end the illegal immigration crisis plaguing our nation. The American people spoke loud and clear: they demand an end to this invasion that threatens our sovereignty, security, and prosperity. Millions of illegal trespassers have undermined our nation’s laws, strained our resources, and compromised the safety of American citizens. President Trump must deliver on his campaign promise to restore law and order by enforcing immigration laws and removing these individuals who have no legal right to remain in our country.

Under the Biden administration, the refusal to secure our borders and enforce immigration laws amounts to a betrayal of the American people—a dereliction of duty that borders on treason. By allowing millions of illegal immigrants to flood into our country, the administration has jeopardized national security, strained public systems, and put the interests of foreign nationals above those of American citizens. This is not mere negligence; it is a willful act against the United States’ sovereignty.

Inevitably, enforcing the rule of law will lead to protests and outcries from those who prefer to break our laws rather than face the challenges of improving their own nations. If these individuals dislike the conditions in their homelands, their fight should be with their corrupt governments—not at the expense of American citizens. History teaches us that freedom and sovereignty are not achieved through appeasement but through struggle and sacrifice, often paid for in blood by patriots defending their homeland.

Our cemeteries are filled with brave Americans who gave their lives to protect this nation from the evils of fascism, communism, and socialism. We owe it to their sacrifice to protect the sovereignty of our nation from this modern-day invasion and to ensure that the United States remains a beacon of law, order, and freedom. Anything less is an insult to the sacrifices of those who came before us.