RE: 30-06 vs 308
Okay, I'd like to leave politics out of it, but I thought this was worth mentioning. My state is a battleground state (politically). Many of the Democrats are very pro gun in this state. In fact, I live in a VERY Republican county and I am more conservative about guns than anyone I know (except another fellow Democrat). Let me quote Heston and just say that they'll have to pry my gun out of my cold, dead hands.
There are a few high profile anti-gunners that get the attention, but you would be surprised how many Dems are all about guns. I think every citizen of sound mind and age should wear a sidearm at all times. Liberal gun-hating people are on their way out, as they should be (IMO). There is no place for them in a democracy or democratic-republic. Even though I ended up with a .30-06, banning .308 ammo is not an option!