On another thread I made some fairly strong comments regarding issues surrounding individual liberty and particularly regarding the 2nd Amendment! Before this turns into something " personal" with anyone on this site I' d like to say the following.

It is NOT my intent to offend anyone regarding this issue. I do however believe that this is a topic deserving of reflection and worthy of a non-compromising attitude. There is TOO MUCH AT STAKE to NOT take a stand!

At every point in history where important changes have taken place in the " human condition" people have either been apathetic, misinformed, (or in cases of positive changes), willing to " take a stand" . There are some issues that once compromised can only once again be repurchased with a " huge cost" of human misery and suffering! It is important that every American that believes the Constitution of the United States is the most " defining" document leading to individual liberty as the " norm" for the human condition....be vigilant NOT to give away what was purchased for us with blood!

Any one that believes you have a " right" to speak your mind, a " right" to be armed, a " right" to self-determination, should own...and read a copy of the U.S. Constitution. As well as the original Bill or Rights. Actually there is a great deal more to be read by anyone whose intent it is to determine the mindset of the founders of this Republic! It would behoove us all to be aware of those issues.

And please......by all means if you happen to be someone that could " care less" .....please do NOT volunteer to give away my liberty! If you are not part of the solution you are most assuredly part of the problem.

Now....I' ve spent some time on my " Soap Box" ......and I do NOT intend to offend. If however you have been offended...I suggest you do some introspection and determine why you have been offended. I promise this is NOT a personal thing for me.....it is much too important for that! (And much " bigger" as well!)