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Episode 150. The Future of Gun Rights: Missouri's Legal Battle and the Supremacy Clause

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses a recent opinion issued by the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit regarding the Second Amendment Preservation Act (SAPA) in Missouri. The law, adopted in 2021, aims to prevent state officials from assisting in the enforcement of federal gun control laws that are deemed unconstitutional. The court ruled that the law violates the Supremacy Clause because it purports to invalidate federal law. However, Ooley argues that the court misinterprets the Supremacy Clause and that states have the power to withhold assistance from the federal government in the enforcement of unconstitutional laws.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:07 The Misinterpretation of the Supremacy Clause

10:38 The Importance of State and Local Action

15:20 The Eighth Circuit's Decision

17:44 The Need for Second Amendment Preservation Acts

22:14 The Limitations of the Supreme Court

24:56 Nullification: A Tool for Preserving Liberty

27:22 Upcoming Guest and Call to Action

Resources

US v. Missouri

https://ecf.ca8.uscourts.gov/opndir/24/08/231457P.pdf

Constitution 101: Supremacy Clause | Tenth Amendment Center

https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/2024/01/29/constitution-101-supremacy-clause/

US-Courts-Structure Map

https://www.theusconstitution.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/US-Courts-Structure.jpg

U.S. Constitution | Constitution Annotated | Congress.gov | Library of Congress

https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/

Overview of Supremacy Clause | Constitution Annotated | Congress.gov | Library of Congress

https://constitution.congress.gov/browse/essay/artVI-C2-1/ALDE_00013395/

Tenth Amendment | Browse | Constitution Annotated | Congress.gov | Library of Congress

https://constitution.congress.gov/browse/amendment-10/

Eighth Circuit Wrongly Struck Down Missouri's Gun Sanctuary Law - But Also Created a Roadmap for How Such Laws Can Escape Invalidation in the Future

https://reason.com/volokh/2024/08/28/eighth-circuit-wrongly-struck-down-missouris-gun-sanctuary-law-but-also-created-a-roadmap-for-how-such-laws-can-escape-invalidation-in-the-future/

Court Overturns Missouri Second Amendment Protection Act - The Truth About Guns

https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/court-overturns-missouri-second-amendment-protection-act/

Supremacy Clause: Current Doctrine | U.S. Constitution Annotated | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution-conan/article-6/clause-2/supremacy-clause-current-doctrine

DOJ vs Missouri 2nd Amendment Preservation Act: Round 2, Feds Win / X

https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1DXGydQzEpNKM

TenthAmendmentCenter on X

https://x.com/TenthAmendment/status/1829576891478704244

Keywords

Second Amendment, Supremacy Clause, federal gun control laws, state law, nullification, individual liberty

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Episode 149. GOALS, Guns, and the NRA's Future

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley is joined by John Richardson to discuss the conclusion of the bench trial in the case against the NRA by the New York Attorney General. They also talk about John's experience at the First Annual Goals Conference in Knoxville, Tennessee. The conference featured range days, vendor exhibits, and educational panels. The judge in the NRA case did not order a court-appointed monitor but issued an interim decision with six action items for the NRA to address. The NRA and the New York Attorney General are currently negotiating a resolution. The conversation discusses the ongoing legal battle between the New York Attorney General and the National Rifle Association (NRA). The court-appointed compliance monitor is overseeing the NRA's compliance with the judge's expectations. There is concern that without a monitor, the NRA may not make the necessary changes. The conversation also touches on the resistance to change within the NRA and the need for reform. John Richardson announces his campaign for the NRA Board of Directors and emphasizes the importance of electing reform candidates to turn the organization around.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:15 The First Annual Goals Conference

05:14 GOA: Filling the Void Left by the NRA Annual Meeting

20:07 The Status of the NRA Case

27:37 The Mixed Outcome of the NRA Trial

28:59 Concerns About the Future of the NRA

30:20 Resistance from the Old Guard

39:19 The Case as a Favor to the NRA

42:04 John Richardson's Campaign for Reform

Resources

Running For NRA Board Of Directors (Updated)

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/21/running-for-nra-board-of-directors.html

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/John-Richardson-NRA-Petition-Form-Landscape-2024-2025-5.pdf

Episode 144. The NRA’s Fall from Grace: Corruption, Trial, and Declining Influence – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/07/17/episode-144-the-nras-fall-from-grace-corruption-trial-and-declining-influence/

Forge Of Freedom Podcast With Alex Ooley -

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/07/17/forge-of-freedom-podcast-with-alex-ooley.html

A Church-Focused Study of the Active Shooter Problem & How to Minimize Victims (with Ed Monk) – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/06/15/activeshooter/

Episode 134. Active Shooter Response with Ed Monk – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/06/11/episode-134-active-shooter-response-with-ed-monk/

Homepage - G.O.A.L.S.

https://goals.gunowners.org/

New York Trial Ends With A Whimper And Not A Bang -

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/07/30/new-york-trial-ends-with-a-whimper-and-not-a-bang.html

NY Court Rules No Monitor For NRA – NRA in Danger

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/07/29/ny-court-rules-no-monitor-for-nra/

John Richardson re Conclusion of NRA Trial

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/16/ny-court-update-and-some-suggestions.html

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/11/going-deeper-into-judge-cohens-interim-decision-part-1.html

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/11/going-deeper-into-judge-cohens-interim-decision-part-2.html

Judge Cohen’s Order in NRA Trial

https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/nyscef/ViewDocument?docIndex=mcDclfEX7/18bi9x_PLUS_AweGw==

The Conversation

https://theconversation.com/nra-legal-judgment-bans-lapierre-but-could-signal-the-end-of-gun-groups-fight-with-new-york-authorities-235815

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Episode 148. War, Peace, and the State (by Murray Rothbard)

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, Alex Ooley discusses the essay 'War, Peace, and the State' by Murray Rothbard. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the principles of war and peace and the morality of state aggression. Alex highlights the absurdity of conscription and the dehumanization of soldiers. He argues that war should be limited to defensive violence against aggressors and condemns the use of modern weapons of mass destruction. Alex also discusses the role of the state in war and the need for peaceful coexistence between states.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:57 Challenging Mainstream Propaganda and Grappling with Rothbard's Essay

10:45 The Importance of Moral Principles in Foreign Policy

18:16 The Need for Disarmament: Abolishing Modern Weapons of Mass Destruction

22:24 The State's Monopoly of Violence and Domestic Tyranny

41:21 New Chapter

Takeaways

Understanding the principles of war and peace is crucial for evaluating the morality of state aggression.

Conscription is an absurd and despotic practice that violates individual liberty.

War should be limited to defensive violence against aggressors, and the use of modern weapons of mass destruction should be condemned.

The state's monopoly on violence and taxation enables it to wage war and maintain domestic tyranny.

Peaceful coexistence between states should be the goal, and disarmament, particularly nuclear disarmament, is essential.

Keywords

war, peace, state aggression, conscription, morality, defensive violence, modern weapons, peaceful coexistence

Resources

"War, Peace, and the State." Mises Institute, accessed August 18, 2024,

https://mises.org/articles-interest/war-peace-and-state

Rothbard, Murray N. Egalitarianism as a Revolt Against Nature, and Other Essays. Auburn, Alabama: Mises Institute, 2000.

https://mises.org/library/book/egalitarianism-revolt-against-nature-and-other-essays

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Episode 147. Embracing the Cross of Fatherhood: Philosophy, Faith, and Facing Obstacles

The conversation revolves around the theme of facing obstacles and the role of fatherhood. Alex Ooley shares his personal experience of becoming a father and the importance of embracing obstacles. He also discusses the intersection of philosophy and religion, emphasizing the idea that the obstacle is the way. He highlights the burden and responsibility of being a father and the need to bear our own crosses to guide our children. The central message is to orient ourselves towards God, love our spouses and children, and find strength in facing obstacles.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude

05:56 The Birth of Tate

07:42 Tate's Challenging Start

09:06 Reflections on Fatherhood

09:58 The Model of Fatherhood

10:59 Returning God to the Center

11:45 The Crucifixion and Resurrection

12:38 The Cross of Fatherhood

13:05 Orienting Towards God

13:15 Love, Shelter, and Rest

13:35 The Power of Overcoming Obstacles

14:35 Embracing Challenges in Life

15:03 Closing Remarks

Takeaways

• The obstacle is the way: Embrace obstacles as opportunities for growth and finding what we truly care about.
• The role of fatherhood: Fathers have the responsibility to guide their children and teach them to bear their own crosses.
• The intersection of philosophy and religion: Explore the balance between suffering and goodness, and the importance of returning God to the center of our families.
• Orienting towards God: Find strength and guidance in facing obstacles by orienting ourselves towards God and dwelling in His shelter.

Keywords

obstacles, fatherhood, philosophy, religion, bearing crosses, love, strength

MarcusAurelius #Stoic #stoicism #philosophy #religion #cross #resurrection #salvation #crucifixtion #love #strength #father #fatherhood #Christ #faith #knowledge #perserverance #struggle #liberty #freedom

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Episode 146. Clarification Request by the Trace and "Eight Essential Principles Behind the Second Amendment"

In this episode, the host provides clarification on a previous episode and discusses an article about the Second Amendment. He clarifies his description of an organization called the Trace, which promotes gun control and presents biased information under the guise of objectivity. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the bias in their reporting. The host then shares an article from the Tenth Amendment Center that highlights eight essential principles behind the Second Amendment. These principles include the natural right to self-defense, the unconstitutionality of federal gun laws, and the need for an armed populace to protect against tyranny.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Scaling Back

08:31 The Trace: Activism Disguised as Objectivity

15:10 Eight Essential Principles Behind the Second Amendment

Resources

Eight Essential Principles Behind the 2nd Amendment | Tenth Amendment Center

https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/2024/07/22/eight-essential-principles-behind-the-2nd-amendment/

Episode 102. Test Your Knowledge of U.S. Gun Laws – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/02/19/episode-102-test-your-knowledge-of-u-s-gun-laws/

https://www.thetrace.org/2024/02/gun-regulation-america-background-check/

At Real Clear Politics: News Outlets Turn a Blind Eye on The Trace’s Anti-Gun Bent

https://crimeresearch.org/2020/07/at-real-clear-politics-news-outlets-turn-a-blind-eye-on-the-traces-anti-gun-bent/

Why It’s Hard for Police to Defend Against the AR-15 (The Trace)

https://www.thetrace.org/2024/07/police-ar-15-rifle-trump-shooting-uvalde/

APStylebook on X: The Stylebook's weapons entry offers guidance on terms including semi-automatic rifle, assault rifle, assault weapon, military-style rifle and modern sporting rifle.

https://x.com/APStylebook/status/1547309549488640000

THE MORE YOU KNOW: What Is An Assault Rifle?

https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2019/03/11/what-is-an-assault-rifle/

Assault rifle | Definition, Examples, Facts, & History | Britannica

https://www.britannica.com/technology/assault-rifle

Episode 60. The Tyranny of Gun Control with Jacob G. Hornberger – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/09/17/episode-60-the-tyranny-of-gun-control-with-jacob-g-hornberger/

Episode 46. America’s Rifle: The Case for the AR-15 by Stephen P. Halbrook – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/07/28/episode-46-americas-rifle-the-case-for-the-ar-15-by-stephen-p-halbrook/

2021 National Firearms Survey: Updated Analysis Including Types of Firearms Owned by William English :: SSRN

https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4109494

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Episode 145. Restitution: A Just Approach to Addressing Crime (with Mary Ruwart)

Dr. Mary Ruwart discusses the concept of restitution as a way to address crime. Restitution involves the offender making amends to the victim by compensating them for the harm caused. This approach focuses on restoring the victim and balancing the non-aggression principle of not initiating force, fraud, or theft. Restitution has been shown to reduce recidivism rates and provide true rehabilitation. The current criminal justice system often neglects the needs of the victim and fails to make them whole. Restitution shifts the focus back to the victim and allows for a more just and effective approach to addressing crime.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mary Ruwart

03:30 The Importance of Restitution

06:30 Understanding Restitution and its Benefits

11:42 The Role of Restitution in Rehabilitation

17:28 The Flaws of the Current Criminal Justice System

19:36 Restitution as an Ancient Concept

25:14 Determining Punishment and Repayment

29:54 The Role of Juries in a Restitution System

34:10 Restitution: Focusing on Restoring the Victim

35:45 A Private Prison System Based on Restitution

38:47 Preventing Exploitation: Reviews and Choice

45:23 The Deterrent Effect of Restitution

48:27 Problems with the Current Criminal Justice System

56:19 Historical Examples: Successful Private Justice Systems

Resources

Mary Ruwart

https://ruwart.com/about

https://ruwart.com/restitution

https://x.com/MaryRuwart (@MaryRuwart)

https://www.facebook.com/maryjruwart/ (@maryjruwart)

https://www.instagram.com/maryjruwart/ (@maryjruwart)

Short Answers to the Tough Questions

https://www.amazon.com/Short-Answers-Tough-Questions-Libertarians/dp/B015D852JC/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=l6rFL&content-id=amzn1.sym.cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_p=cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_r=136-2640322-2714814&pd_rd_wg=jcQIt&pd_rd_r=5b1e0304-f1cd-43c8-87fa-3270a3cfea7e&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk

Healing Our World

https://ruwart.com/product/healing-our-world

Ch. 13: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJvXnBntmu4

PRIDE

https://oppaga.fl.gov/ProgramSummary/ProgramDetail?programNumber=1037

Liberty International

https://liberty-intl.org/satq/

Tom Woods Episodes with Mary Ruwart

https://tomwoods.com/ep-2453-short-answers-to-tough-questions-for-libertarians/

https://tomwoods.com/ep-530-dr-mary-ruwart-on-crime-terrorism-medicine-and-other-so-called-services-the-government-screws-up/

Short Answers to Tough Questions for Libertarians - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9s8OQF--o_Q

Retribution

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/31/episode-27-crime-and-punishment-a-retributive-theory-of-justice-with-judge-dustin-houchin/

https://judex.substack.com/p/retributive-justice-9af

Mises Institute

https://mises.org/mises-wire/rothbard-and-double-restitution

https://mises.org/journal-libertarian-studies/retribution-and-restitution-synthesis

https://cdn.mises.org/6_2_1_0.pdf

https://mises.org/mises-daily/not-so-wild-wild-west

States of Incarceration: The Global Context 2024 | Prison Policy Initiative

https://www.prisonpolicy.org/global/2024.html

Institute for Justice – Policing for Profit

https://ij.org/report/policing-for-profit-3/

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Episode 144. The NRA's Fall from Grace: Corruption, Trial, and Declining Influence

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley interviews John Richardson, the man behind the “Only Guns and Money” blog and a prominent voice in the firearms community. They discuss the current state of the NRA and the ongoing trial in New York against the organization. The conversation covers the background of the case, the jury verdict, the financial state of the NRA, and the recent NRA annual meeting. The hope for reform within the NRA is discussed, but the committee assignments and leadership roles indicate that significant change may not be happening.

The conversation discusses the role of finance executives in the NRA and their involvement in questionable financial practices. It highlights the misuse of NRA funds and the impact on the organization's reputation. The possibility of a court-appointed monitor to oversee the NRA's finances is mentioned, along with the resistance from NRA leadership. The conversation also touches on the decline in NRA membership and influence in the political landscape.

Chapters

00:00 The Ongoing Trial in New York

09:04 The Role of Letitia James

12:57 Drop in Membership and Revenues

15:33 Jury Verdict and Damages

20:29 Hope for Reform within the NRA

25:54 Leadership Changes at the NRA

32:26 Loss of Hope for Significant Changes

38:34 The Role of Finance Executives in the NRA Scandal

39:16 Misuse of Funds and Loss of Trust

42:41 The Potential Impact of a Court-Appointed Monitor

45:31 The Damage to the NRA's Reputation and Influence

01:09:18 The Only Guns and Money Blog: Insights and Analysis

Resources

John Richardson (Only Guns and Money)

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/

https://mobile.x.com/jpr9954

https://www.facebook.com/onlygunsandmoney

https://www.c-span.org/video/?328230-1/gun-rights

https://www.youtube.com/@Politesocietypodcast/search

Jury Verdict – Only Guns and Money

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/02/23/the-jury-has-returned-with-a-guilty-verdict.html

Forge of Freedom re NRAAM

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/05/21/episode-128-highlights-from-the-nra-annual-meeting-nraam/

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/06/02/episode-132-jeff-knox-fighting-to-save-the-nra/

NRA in Danger

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/07/04/more-revelations-from-nras-upcoming-ny-trial/

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/06/27/second-round-of-ny-suit-heats-up/

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/07/13/the-second-trial-does-it-have-any-purpose-other-than-more-millions-for-the-attorneys/

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/07/06/this-is-the-issue-in-the-second-ny-trial/

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/07/15/thoughts-on-the-core-issue-of-the-second-nra-trial/

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/07/15/to-whom-it-may-concern-from-reformer-dennis-fusaro/

Hope for Reform Dashed – Only Guns and Money

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/07/11/hopes-for-reform-at-nra-dashed.html

The Reload – Stephen Gutowski

https://thereload.com/nra-loses-corruption-case-lapierre-to-repay-millions/

https://thereload.com/nra-membership-fell-to-3-8-million-in-2023/ https://youtu.be/0qP4N1X5KpM?si=bIFSZHa7wkgccnin

Erik Uebelacker re Phase 2 of the NRA’s New York

https://www.courthousenews.com/remedies-phase-of-nra-trial-begins-as-gun-group-tries-to-distance-itself-from-wayne-lapierre/

https://x.com/Uebey/status/1812874215684526091

Jeff Knox at Ammoland

https://www.ammoland.com/2024/01/charles-cotton-must-never-be-allowed-to-head-the-nra/

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Episode 143. The Anti-Federalist Papers and the Hobgoblins of Anarchy

In this episode, Alex Ooley briefly discusses the news of former President Donald Trump being shot at a rally before discussing the topic of anarchy and the Anti-Federalist papers. He shares Anti-Federalist number six, titled 'The Hobgoblins of Anarchy,' which warns against rushing into a new form of government and advocates for occasional conflict over despotism. The host emphasizes the importance of the Anti-Federalists in shaping the Bill of Rights and restraining government power. He also addresses the misconception of anarchy and highlights examples of anarchy present in society.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Discussion of the Shooting Incident

06:30 Lucas Botkin's Question about Anarchy

07:28 The Anti-Federalists' View on Anarchy

09:08 The Role of the Anti-Federalists in the Adoption of the Bill of Rights

11:54 The Anti-Federalists' Warnings about Despotism

16:29 Addressing Apprehensions of Anarchy

27:05 Anarchy in Various Aspects of Society

28:46 Questioning Blind Support of Government and Restraining Overreaching Government

Resources

WATCH: Moment Trump appears to be shot at rally - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYfvSspaJtk

Anarchy on X (@LucasBotkin, @SterlingReece, and @forgeoffreedom)

https://x.com/forgeoffreedom/status/1810742059420225655

https://x.com/forgeoffreedom/status/1810723459694989328

https://x.com/SterlingReece/status/1810738878460088501

https://x.com/forgeoffreedom/with_replies

Antifederalist No. 6 THE HOBGOBLINS OF ANARCHY AND DISSENSIONS AMONG THE STATES

https://famguardian.org/Publications/AntiFederalistPapers/afp06.htm

Anti-Federalist Papers

https://famguardian.org/Publications/AntiFederalistPapers/AFPIndex.htm

Episode 5. The Bill of Rights – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/09/episode-5-the-bill-of-rights/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxF_6WB1cVg

Takeaways

Former President Donald Trump was shot at a rally, which may impact his candidacy and public perception.

The Anti-Federalist papers, particularly Anti-Federalist number six, provide valuable insights into the concerns and warnings about rushing into a new form of government.

The Anti-Federalists played a crucial role in shaping the Bill of Rights and restraining government power.

Anarchy is often misunderstood, and examples of anarchy can be found in various aspects of society.

It is important to question blind support for government and focus on restraining overgrown and overreaching government.

Sound Bites

"That's the sort of wherewithal, the sort of passion that a lot of people want in the leader of the United States of America."

"A lot of the things that the Anti-Federalists warned about have come true."

"The source of apprehensions of this so much dreaded anarchy would upon investigation be found to arise from the artful suggestions of designing men."

Keywords

Donald Trump, rally, shooting, anarchy, Anti-Federalist papers, Constitution, Bill of Rights, government power

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Episode 142. The Tyranny of Gun Control with Jacob G. Hornberger (rerun of Ep. 60)

Jacob Hornberger discusses the importance of gun rights and the right to self-defense in a free society. He explains that the right to keep and bear arms is rooted in the concept of private property and the right to sustain one's life. The Second Amendment protects the pre-existing right to own guns and serves as an insurance policy against tyrannical governments. Hornberger emphasizes that an armed citizenry can resist and fight back against oppression, even in the face of a powerful military. He cites historical examples such as the Warsaw ghetto uprising and the American Revolution to illustrate the effectiveness of an armed population. The conversation explores the futility of eliminating all guns and draws a parallel with the war on drugs. It emphasizes the importance of an armed society as a deterrent to crime and tyranny. The discussion also touches on the potential consequences of government confiscation of guns and the need for self-defense. The conversation highlights the role of copycat killings and the impact of government violence on society. It concludes by urging reflection on foundational principles and the need to restore liberty, peace, prosperity, and harmony.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:01 The Right to Keep and Bear Arms as a Foundation of Freedom

10:42 The Second Amendment: Protecting Against Tyranny

25:27 Historical Examples of the Effectiveness of an Armed Population

29:06 The Futility of Eliminating All Guns

30:06 The Parallel Between the War on Drugs and the War on Guns

33:26 The Impact of Gun Confiscation Laws

34:25 Reflecting on a World Without Guns

37:40 The Importance of an Armed Society

44:19 The Role of Government Violence and Copycat Killings

51:27 The Flawed Approach of Background Checks

56:00 Reflecting on Foundational Principles for Restoring Liberty

57:26 The Role of Legalizing Drugs in Reducing Violence

Resources:

The Tyranny of Gun Control: Hornberger, Jacob G., Ebeling, Richard M.

https://www.amazon.com/Tyranny-Gun-Control-Jacob-Hornberger/dp/1890687006

FFF's Upcoming Austrian Economics Conference

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=El_OtE_mqNo

FFF on Twitter and Facebook:

https://twitter.com/FutureofFreedom

https://www.facebook.com/futureoffreedom

Jacob G. Hornberger Biography

https://www.fff.org/author/jacob-hornberger-2/

Gun Control and Tyranny – The Future of Freedom Foundation

https://www.fff.org/2018/03/01/gun-control-tyranny/

The Tyranny of Gun Control – The Future of Freedom Foundation

https://www.fff.org/store/the-tyranny-of-gun-control-paperback/

The Tyranny of Gun Control - Foundation for Economic Education

https://fee.org/articles/the-tyranny-of-gun-control/

Full Context Interview with Jacob G. Hornberger – The Future of Freedom Foundation

https://www.fff.org/explore-freedom/article/full-context-interview-with-jacob-g-hornberger/

Essays on Liberty - Foundation for Economic Education

https://fee.org/resources/essays-on-liberty-2/

Essays on Liberty, Volume 1 - Foundation for Economic Education

https://fee.org/resources/essays-on-liberty-volume-1/

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Episode 141. Resistance to Government Oppression: The Spirit of Jimmy Lai

The article discusses the story of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong entrepreneur and media mogul who sacrificed his wealth and freedom to fight for the preservation of freedom in Hong Kong. Lai's journey from poverty to success is highlighted, as well as the history of Hong Kong under British rule and its subsequent encroachment by China. The article emphasizes the lack of international attention and outcry over Lai's political persecution and calls for a groundswell movement to support his cause. It also raises concerns about the erosion of freedom and the need for resistance to government oppression.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:04 The Importance of Fighting for Freedom

03:56 Jimmy Lai's Mission to Preserve Freedom in Hong Kong

08:58 Resistance Against Beijing's Encroachment on Hong Kong's Autonomy

14:24 The Lack of International Attention and Outcry

23:54 The Spirit of Resistance and Jimmy Lai's Legacy

Resources

The Martyrdom of Jimmy Lai | AIER (by Jon Miltimore)

https://www.aier.org/article/the-martyrdom-of-jimmy-lai/

The Hong Konger: Jimmy Lai's Extraordinary Struggle for Freedom [Full Film] - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRkuv-fOV7k

Hong Konger - The Hong Konger Movie

https://thehongkongermovie.com/

Jon Miltimore @jmiltimore (Facebook)

https://www.facebook.com/jmiltimore/

The Case of Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong's Press Freedom Canary? - Committee to Protect Journalists

https://cpj.org/reports/1997/09/page2/

The Road to Serfdom: Text and Documents-The Definitive Edition (The Collected Works of F. A. Hayek, Volume 2): Hayek, F. A., Caldwell, Bruce, Caldwell, Bruce, Caldwell, Bruce: 9780226320557: Amazon.com: Books

Jimmy Lai Arrested by the CCP: 'Without Freedom, We Have Nothing' - Intellectual Takeout

https://intellectualtakeout.org/2024/06/jimmy-lai-arrested-by-the-ccp/

Why the Fourth of July Belongs to Thomas Jefferson

https://fee.org/articles/why-the-fourth-of-july-belongs-to-thomas-jefferson/

The Take by Jon Miltimore

https://jjmilt.substack.com/

Takeaways

• Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong entrepreneur and media mogul, sacrificed his wealth and freedom to fight for the preservation of freedom in Hong Kong.
• Hong Kong developed a distinctly Western character under British rule, with property rights, free speech, and free markets.
• China's encroachment on Hong Kong's autonomy and the crackdown on freedom led to protests and the implementation of the national security law.
• Lai's imprisonment and the collapse of a free press in Hong Kong mark a turning point in the territory's commitment to classical liberalism.
• The lack of international attention and outcry over Lai's political persecution is troubling, and more support is needed to maintain Hong Kong as a beacon of liberty.
• The story of Jimmy Lai serves as a reminder of the importance of resistance to government oppression and the preservation of freedom.

Keywords

Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong, freedom, sacrifice, political persecution, China, British rule, international attention, resistance, government oppression

JimmyLai

HongKong

sacrifice

China

GreatBritain

resistance

oppression

freedom

naturalrights

liberty

propertyrights

ForgeofFreedom

freedomofspeech

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Episode 140. Loper Bright, the Balance of Powers, and Firearms at the Supreme Court

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom, Alex Ooley discusses recent Supreme Court decisions, focusing on the Loper Bright case that eliminated Chevron deference. Chevron deference is a doctrine that gives administrative agencies the benefit of the doubt in interpreting ambiguous statutes. Ooley argues that these agencies have overstepped their authority and become an all-powerful, unelected branch of government. He believes that the elimination of Chevron deference will have wide-ranging effects on these agencies. Ooley also mentions other firearms-related cases and the upcoming Garland v. VanderStok case that will be reviewed by the Supreme Court.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Recap of Supreme Court Term

00:57 The Loper Bright Case and the Elimination of Chevron Deference

08:15 The Potential for Lawsuits Against Federal Agencies

10:41 The Significance of the Loper Bright Case

20:09 Upcoming Firearms-Related Cases in the Supreme Court

Resources

Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/loper-bright-enterprises-v-raimondo/

Chevron U.S.A. v. Natural Res. Def. Council, 467 U.S. 837 | Casetext Search + Citator

https://casetext.com/case/chevron-inc-v-natural-resources-defense-council-inc-american-iron-and-steel-institute-v-natural-resources-defense-council-inc-ruckelshaus-v-natural-resources-defense-council-inc

Federal Register :: Agencies

https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies

Structure of the United States Federal Government

https://simplelegalguides.com/blogs/simple-legal-guides-blog/organization-chart-for-the-united-states-federal-government

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2724/8374/files/SLG.Federal.Government.Org.Chart.png?v=1611121483

Supreme Court Order List

https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/ordersofthecourt/23

https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/070224zor_2co3.pdf

Supreme Court Passes on Illinois Assault Weapons Ban / X

https://x.com/i/trending/1808145033306030416

Firearms Policy Coalition on X (@gunpolicy)

https://x.com/gunpolicy/status/1808135234799444458

Spike Cohen on X (@RealSpikeCohen)

https://x.com/RealSpikeCohen/status/1807513128479150478

https://x.com/RealSpikeCohen/status/1807866302347850032

Dave Benner, Nemesis of Neocons on X (@dbenner83)

https://x.com/dbenner83/status/1807540700109578637

Kostas Moros on X

https://x.com/MorosKostas/status/1807779977964015799

Gun Owners of America on X (@GunFoundation and @GunOwners)

https://x.com/GunFoundation/status/1808172206888735199

Keywords

Supreme Court, Loper Bright case, Chevron deference, administrative agencies, firearms-related cases, Garland v. VanderStok

freedom

Rahimi

LoperBright

SCOTUS

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ChevronDeference

selfdefense

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propertyrights

ForgeofFreedom

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Episode 139. Freedom First: Donald Rainwater's Campaign for Governor

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley interviews Donald Rainwater, a candidate for governor of Indiana. Rainwater discusses his background, the importance of limited government and libertarian values, and his plans for tax reform and drug policy. He emphasizes the need to reduce property taxes and eliminate the state income tax, as well as decriminalize and legalize cannabis. Rainwater believes that individuals should have the freedom to make their own choices and that government should not interfere in personal decisions.

In this conversation, Donald Rainwater discusses the importance of voting based on principle rather than choosing the lesser of two evils. He emphasizes the need to take back our unalienable rights and rein in government when it violates those rights. Rainwater advocates for real universal school choice, criticizing the current education system and the lack of true choice in Indiana. He also expresses his opposition to red flag laws, highlighting the potential for abuse and the infringement on Second Amendment rights. Rainwater addresses the challenges he faces in participating in debates and calls on voters to support his campaign for a smaller, more efficient, and more effective government.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

07:42 The Need for Limited Government

09:18 Tax Reform: Reducing Property Taxes

29:52 Drug Policy: Decriminalizing and Legalizing Cannabis

33:24 The Importance of Self-Ownership and Limited Government

40:16 Voting Based on Principle

41:34 Reclaiming Our Unalienable Rights

42:21 Real Universal School Choice

45:20 Opposing Red Flag Laws

52:53 Challenges in Participating in Debates

01:17:52 Support Donald Rainwater

Resources

Rainwater for Indiana

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues/education-reform-maximize-school-choice

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues/individual-rights-property-ownership

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues/taxation-roll-back-gasoline-excise-tax

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues/taxation-residential-property-tax

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues/taxation-personal-income-tax

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues/Taxpayer-Protection-Pledge

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues/the-10th-amendment

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/education-reform

Mike Braun Advocates National Red Flag Law

https://www.wlky.com/article/indiana-sen-mike-braun-voices-support-for-national-red-flag-law-in-wake-of-mass-shootings/28680755

Forge of Freedom (Episode 32 with Donald Rainwater)

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/06/11/episode-32-donald-rainwater-libertarian-candidate-for-governor-of-indiana/

Keywords

Donald Rainwater, governor of Indiana, limited government, libertarian values, tax reform, property taxes, income tax, drug policy, cannabis legalization, voting, principle, unalienable rights, government, universal school choice, education, red flag laws, Second Amendment, debates, campaign

indiana #libertarian #libertarianism #property #rights #individualliberty #taxationistheft #tax #incometax #education #responsibility #drugwar #warondrugs #selfownership #NAP #nonaggression #redflag #redflaglaw #guns #firearms #dueprocess #constitution #2A

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Episode 138. Rahimi, Politics, and Originalism

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley discusses the recent Supreme Court decision in the Rahimi case, which challenged the constitutionality of a federal statute prohibiting the possession of firearms and ammunition by someone subject to a domestic violence restraining order. Ooley argues that while some commentators view the decision as a victory for the Second Amendment, it is actually a loss, albeit not as bad as it could have been. He provides background on Second Amendment litigation and the Supreme Court's previous decisions in the Heller and McDonald cases. Ooley analyzes the court's opinion in Rahimi, highlighting the use of historical analogs and the potential implications for future gun control regulations. The main theme is the interpretation of the Second Amendment and the application of the text, history, and tradition analysis. The conversation highlights the disagreement among the justices regarding the proper methodology for evaluating gun control laws. The dissenting opinion by Justice Thomas is praised for its adherence to originalism and the recognition of the Second Amendment as a barrier to government infringement. The conversation also touches on the potential implications of the decision for future gun control laws.

Chapters

00:00 The Rahimi Decision: A Loss for the Second Amendment

02:14 Background on Second Amendment Litigation

05:03 The Supreme Court's Opinion in Bruen

07:00 Interpreting the Constitution and the Bill of Rights

14:48 Analyzing the Supreme Court's Opinion in Rahimi

33:30 Concurring and Dissenting Opinions

34:46 Interpreting the Second Amendment

36:14 The Law Trapped in Amber

39:08 The Methodology Debate

50:25 The Presumption Against Restrictions

56:29 Justice Thomas's Dissenting Opinion

01:00:04 Implications for Future Gun Control Laws

Resources

Rahimi

https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/23pdf/22-915_8o6b.pdf

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/united-states-v-rahimi/

Kostas Moros on X (@MorosKostas)

https://x.com/moroskostas/status/1804253379528659042?s=43

2A

History on X (@2AHistory)

https://x.com/2aHistory/status/1804765586875945307

https://twitter.com/GunFoundation/status/1804162255795167356/photo/1

FPC (@gunpolicy)

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/fpc-statement-on-rahimi-decision-by-us-supreme-court

GOA

(@GunOwners)

https://www.gunowners.org/goa-reaction-scotus-rules-against-second-amendment-in-u-s-v-rahimi/

SAF

(@2AFDN)

https://saf.org/saf-statement-on-supreme-courts-rahimi-decision/

Trapped

in Amber

https://image4.slideserve.com/9136446/amber-l.jpg

SCOTUSblog

re Rahimi

https://www.scotusblog.com/2024/06/supreme-court-upholds-bar-on-guns-with-domestic-violence-restraining-orders/

TenthAmendmentCenter (@TenthAmendment) / X

https://x.com/TenthAmendment

freedom

Rahimi

SCOTUS

2A

firearms

JamesMadison

Federalist

AntiFederalist

selfdefense

naturalrights

liberty

propertyrights

TenthAmendmentCenter

TAC

ForgeofFreedom

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Episode 137. 2nd Amendment: The Untold Truth Schools Don’t Teach

In this episode, the Alex Ooley discusses the recent Supreme Court opinion on the constitutionality of a provision related to the possession of firearms by individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders. He mentions that the opinion was not a victory for gun rights. Alex also shares an article from the Tenth Amendment Center that explores the four main reasons or purposes for the Second Amendment. These include guaranteeing the states a militia power, promoting the individual natural right of self-defense, supporting the people defending against foreign invasion, and defending against domestic tyrants.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:13 The Four Purposes of the Second Amendment

06:07 The Meaning of a Well-Regulated Militia

08:27 Defense Against Domestic Tyrants

11:21 Importance of Understanding the Second Amendment

12:01 Conclusion

Takeaways

The recent Supreme Court opinion on the constitutionality of a provision related to the possession of firearms by individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders was not a victory for gun rights.

The Second Amendment has four main purposes: guaranteeing the states a militia power, promoting the individual natural right of self-defense, supporting the people defending against foreign invasion, and defending against domestic tyrants.

There is a lack of education on the Second Amendment in law schools, and many law school graduates have limited knowledge of the topic.

Understanding the Second Amendment is essential for preserving freedom and protecting individual rights.

Resources

2nd Amendment: The Untold Truth Schools Don’t Teach | Tenth Amendment Center

https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/2024/06/17/2nd-amendment-the-untold-truth-schools-dont-teach/

4 Main Reasons for the 2nd Amendment | Path to Liberty Podcast from Tenth Amendment Center

https://blog.tenthamendmentcenter.com/2022/08/4-main-reasons-for-the-2nd-amendment/

TenthAmendmentCenter (@TenthAmendment) / X

https://x.com/TenthAmendment

Michael Boldin (@michaelboldin) / X

https://x.com/michaelboldin

Keywords

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AntiFederalist

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TenthAmendmentCenter

TAC

ForgeofFreedom

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Episode 136. ATF Rules on Bump-Stocks and Pistol Stabilizing Braces Shot Down (Cargill and Mock)

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, Mike and Alex discuss two recent cases related to gun rights: Mock v. Garland and Garland v. Cargill. The Mock v. Garland case addresses the pistol stabilizing brace rule, while the Garland v. Cargill case deals with the redefinition of a semi-automatic firearm as a Machine gun when equipped with a bump stock. Both cases challenge the authority and rulemaking of the ATF, highlighting the need for clarity and consistency in administrative procedures. The Supreme Court's decision in the Cargill case reaffirms that a bump stock does not convert a semi-automatic rifle into a Machine gun, based on the text of the statute. However, there are concerns about the potential for future legislation that could further restrict gun rights.

Resources

Garland v. Cargill: Bumpstock Does Not Convert Rifle Into Machinegun – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/06/14/garland-v-cargill-bumpstock-does-not-convert-rifle-into-machinegun/

Section 5845 - Definitions, 26 U.S.C. § 5845

https://casetext.com/statute/united-states-code/title-26-internal-revenue-code/subtitle-e-alcohol-tobacco-and-certain-other-excise-taxes/chapter-51-distilled-spirits-wines-and-beer/subchapter-j-penalties-seizures-and-forfeitures-relating-to-liquors/part-v-repealed/chapter-53-machine-guns-destructive-devices-and-certain-other-firearms/subchapter-b-general-provisions-and-exemptions/part-i-general-provisions/section-5845-definitions

18 U.S.C. § 922 - U.S. Code Title 18. Crimes and Criminal Procedure § 922 | FindLaw

https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-18-crimes-and-criminal-procedure/18-usc-sect-922/

18 U.S.C. § 924 - U.S. Code Title 18. Crimes and Criminal Procedure § 924 | FindLaw

https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-18-crimes-and-criminal-procedure/18-usc-sect-924/

Firearms Policy Coalition on X: "Giffords: "

https://x.com/gunpolicy/status/1802774595423941001

The Supreme Court’ Reckless Bump Stocks Decision | Giffords

https://giffords.org/analysis/the-supreme-courts-reckless-bump-stocks-decision/

Garland v. Cargill - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/garland-v-cargill/

Second Amendment Roundup: Bump Stocks are not Machineguns

https://reason.com/volokh/2024/06/16/second-amendment-roundup-bump-stocks-are-not-machineguns/

TenthAmendmentCenter on X:

https://x.com/TenthAmendment/status/1801640050138222927

Federal Judge Vacates the ATF Pistol Brace Rule

https://www.ammoland.com/2024/06/federal-judge-vacates-the-atfs-pistol-brace-rule/

Federal Judge Vacates ATF Rule on Pistol Braces – Bearing Arms

https://bearingarms.com/camedwards/2024/06/13/federal-judge-vacates-atf-rule-on-pistol-braces-n1225260

Mock v. Garland

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/mock

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Episode 135. There Is No Prosperity Without Private Property with Soham Patil

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley interviews Soham Patil, a contributor to the Mises Institute, about his article 'There is No Prosperity Without Private Property.' They discuss the importance of private property rights for economic prosperity and the attack on property rights by progressives seeking equity. They also explore the profit and loss mechanism, the concentration of wealth, and the consequences of property confiscation using the example of Zimbabwe. Soham shares his journey to Austrian economics and his plans to study business administration at Rutgers.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:07 The Importance of Private Property for Prosperity

09:11 The Role of the Profit and Loss Mechanism

10:17 The Concentration of Wealth and Crony Capitalism

11:56 The Consequences of Property Confiscation

13:42 Lessons from Zimbabwe: The Disastrous Effects of Property Confiscation

Resources

https://mises.org/mises-wire/there-no-prosperity-without-private-property

https://mises.org/profile/soham-patil

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/02/10/episode-99-capitalism-versus-socialism-the-great-seligman-nearing-debate-of-1921-with-rob-weir/

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/09/episode-4-theory-of-property/

Takeaways

• Private property rights are crucial for economic prosperity.
• The attack on property rights by progressives seeking equity ignores the importance of individual effort and the creation of value.
• The profit and loss mechanism serves as a signal for property owners to efficiently utilize their property.
• The concentration of wealth is not a result of free markets, but of crony capitalism.
• Property confiscation undermines trust and disincentivizes investment and improvement.
• The example of Zimbabwe demonstrates the disastrous consequences of property confiscation.

Keywords

private property, prosperity, property rights, attack on property rights, progressives, equity, profit and loss mechanism, concentration of wealth, property confiscation, Zimbabwe, Austrian economics, business administration

freedom

property

prosperity

liberty

propertyrights

equity

profit

Zimbabwe

Austrian

Mises

economics

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Episode 134. Active Shooter Response with Ed Monk

Ed Monk, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel with extensive experience in addressing active shooter scenarios, discusses the active shooter problem and the flaws in current approaches to school safety. He emphasizes the need for immediate, deadly, violent counterattacks to minimize the number of victims. Monk criticizes the reliance on law enforcement response, lockdown drills, and building hardening as ineffective solutions. He also highlights the limitations of school resource officers and the misconception that their presence guarantees safety.

Monk provides examples of shootings where resource officers were present but failed to prevent high victim counts. The conversation focuses on the importance of taking immediate action to respond to an active shooter threat. The guest, Ed Monk, emphasizes the need for armed individuals who are present, willing, and trained to counter-attack the shooter within the first 30 seconds of the attack. He highlights the illusion of security provided by law enforcement and the limitations of nonviolent measures. Monk discusses the significance of rule four in active shooter scenarios, which emphasizes the importance of being sure of the target and what's beyond it. He also mentions the need for proper training and the success rate of armed citizens in stopping active shooters.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction of Ed Monk and his expertise

04:23 Ed Monk's interest in the active shooter problem

08:43 The importance of time and math in active shooter situations

12:24 Limitations of relying on law enforcement response

16:46 Flaws in lockdown drills

25:39 The misconception of school resource officers as a solution

29:17 The Illusion of Security Provided by Law Enforcement

32:10 The Importance of Immediate Action in Active Shooter Situations

32:41 The Need for Proper Training in Active Shooter Response

34:39 The Significance of Rule Four in Active Shooter Scenarios

41:43 The Success Rate of Armed Citizens in Stopping Active Shooters

Resources

Last Resort Firearms Training

https://www.facebook.com/people/Last-Resort-Firearms-Training/100057584853533/

Active Shooter Speaking and Training Events

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=924037062859114&set=pb.100057584853533.-2207520000&type=3

Heroes Conference

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=921651756430978&set=pb.100057584853533.-2207520000&type=3

Takeaways

• Immediate, deadly, violent counterattacks are necessary to minimize the number of victims in active shooter situations.
• Relying solely on law enforcement response, lockdown drills, and building hardening is ineffective in preventing high victim counts.
• The presence of school resource officers does not guarantee safety and may not deter attackers.
• Schools need to shift their focus from nonviolent solutions to the active shooter problem and prioritize the goal of minimizing the number of victims. Immediate action is crucial in responding to an active shooter threat.
• Armed individuals who are present, willing, and trained have a high chance of minimizing the victim count.
• Law enforcement and nonviolent measures provide an illusion of security and have limitations.
• Rule four, which emphasizes target identification and awareness of what's beyond the target, is essential in active shooter scenarios.
• Proper training is necessary to effectively respond to an active shooter.
• Armed citizens have a higher success rate in stopping active shooters compared to law enforcement.

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Episode 133. How to Change the World

In this episode, Alex Ooley shares an article by Patrick Carroll that discusses the importance of persuasion in changing the world for the better. He emphasizes the need for libertarians to not only possess knowledge about the principles of a free society but also to be skilled in the art of changing people's minds. He highlights two key principles of persuasion: authority and liking. The article shares examples of individuals who were persuasive due to their expertise and likability. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and personal growth in order to be effective in persuading others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Homestead Festival at Hardison Mill

02:20 The Importance of Persuasion in Promoting Freedom and Prosperity

06:10 The Keys to Persuasion: Knowledge and Character

10:35 Real-Life Impact: Examples of Persuasion in Promoting Liberty

Resources

How to Change the World

https://fee.org/articles/how-to-change-the-world/

Are We Good Enough for Liberty?

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/10/29/episode-72-are-we-good-enough-for-liberty-by-lawrence-reed-rerun-of-ep-40/

Takeaways

• Changing the world requires not only knowledge of the principles of a free society but also the ability to persuade others.
• Two key principles of persuasion are authority and liking.
• Being an intellectual authority and a likable person can greatly enhance persuasive power.
• Continuous learning and personal growth are essential for effective persuasion.

Sound Bites

• "To change the world, we must be good at persuading."
• "We should be known for our approachability, our easygoing attitude, our sense of humor, our charm, wit, laughter, warmth, exuberance, maturity, and congeniality."
• "Knowledge and character are the keys to being persuasive."

Keywords

persuasion, libertarianism, changing the world, knowledge, character

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Episode 132. Jeff Knox - Fighting to Save the NRA

Alex Ooley is joined by Jeff Knox, Director of The Firearms Coalition, to discuss the structure of the NRA, the recent NRA annual meeting, and the state of the organization. The conversation discusses the outcomes of the NRA annual meeting and the election of reform-minded individuals to leadership positions. It highlights the importance of these changes for the future of the NRA and the need for continued reform. The financial challenges faced by the NRA are also addressed, along with the potential for a settlement or bankruptcy. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration with other organizations and the importance of member involvement and support.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding the NRA's Organizational Structure

08:41 Election of the 76th Director and Reform Candidates

36:54 Resolutions and Conflicts of Interest Policies in the NRA

44:10 Reform Efforts and Recent Developments at the NRA

59:52 Financial Challenges and Reform

01:17:49 Collaboration and Accountability in the Gun Community

Resources

Firearms Coalition

https://firearmscoalition.org/

Jeff Knox - AmmoLand

https://www.ammoland.com/author/jeff-knox/

A New Day Dawns at the NRA, Are Reform Efforts Paying Dividends?

https://www.ammoland.com/2024/05/new-day-dawns-at-nra-reform-efforts-paying-dividends/

Jeff Knox (@JeffKnox) / X

https://twitter.com/JeffKnox

Jeff Knox / Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/FirearmsCoalition

NRA Reformer Reacts to New Leadership - YouTube

https://youtu.be/YFKxbl9dmaw?si=fBlFbJ3GkehNzD2A

Episode 64. Jeff Knox: Fighting to Save the NRA – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/09/29/episode-64-jeff-knox-fighting-to-save-the-nra/

SCOTUS Unanimously Sides With NRA in First Amendment Case | The Reload

https://thereload.com/supreme-court-unanimously-rules-new-york-violated-nras-first-amendment-rights/

SCOTUS Sides 9-0 With NRA in First Amendment Case - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xyqvdmJDTc

EXCLUSIVE: An Interview With New National Rifle Association EVP and CEO Doug Hamlin - Shooting News Weekly

https://www.shootingnewsweekly.com/2024/05/31/exclusive-an-interview-with-new-national-rifle-association-evp-and-ceo-doug-hamlin/

Keywords

NRA, executive vice president, board of directors, reform candidates, annual meeting, governance, transparency, NRA, annual meeting, reform, leadership, financial challenges, settlement, bankruptcy, collaboration, member involvement

freedom #liberty #2A #constitution #NRA #firearms #rights #responsibilities #grassroots

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Episode 131. Dismissal of Charges Against Scottie Scheffler

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the incident involving Scottie Scheffler at the PGA championship and the subsequent dismissal of charges against him. He analyzes the video footage that contradicts the officer's account of the incident and highlights the importance of having a good attorney in cases like this. Ooley also criticizes the system that allows public officials to escape accountability and puts the burden on taxpayers. He concludes by mentioning upcoming topics on the podcast, including an interview with Jeff Knox and news from the Supreme Court.

Chapters

00:00 The Scotty Scheffler Incident: Unraveling the Truth

06:10 The Role of Attorneys in Defending Rights

08:07 Impact on Taxpayers: Legal Cases and Accountability

Resources

Scottie Scheffler arrest: All charges dropped against world No. 1 as new video of traffic incident emerges - CBSSports.com

https://www.cbssports.com/golf/news/scottie-scheffler-arrest-all-charges-dropped-against-world-no-1-as-new-video-of-traffic-incident-emerges/

Scottie Scheffler Charges Dropped: When Can Cops Legally Lie? - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBZN8gcDAV4&t=328s

Scottie Scheffler's charges dropped 12 days after arrest outside Louisville's Valhalla Golf Club | News from WDRB | wdrb.com

https://www.wdrb.com/news/scottie-schefflers-charges-dropped-12-days-after-arrest-outside-louisvilles-valhalla-golf-club/article_804ff18c-1d35-11ef-a490-1f3e2657fa1f.html

GOLF.com on X: "NEW @LMPD video of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest https://t.co/1g1ppwIZKL" / X

https://x.com/GOLF_com/status/1793686085736022518

Clay Travis on X: "All charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dropped: https://t.co/vilpqilaIe" / X

https://x.com/ClayTravis/status/1795868544883704026

Ward Jolles on X: "BREAKING: @wave3news troubleshooters just got this lengthy statement from @LMPD Det. Bryan Gillis

https://x.com/wardjolles/status/1795934865088528512/photo/1

Terry Meiners ™️ on X: "NEW: Charges against Scottie Scheffler will be dropped today. The agreement stipulates that both sides agree not to pursue any legal action related to the ramifications of the May 17 arrest. https://t.co/g5uYPfIFag" / X

https://x.com/terrymeiners/status/1795823838900686933

The Babylon Bee on X: "Shocking Video Reveals Scottie Scheffler Failed To Give Police Officer A Kiss For His Owie Boo-Boo https://t.co/pDqPZaJBK0 https://t.co/Cano02CbYV" / X

https://x.com/TheBabylonBee/status/1794096061734076896

Not the Bee on X: "@terrymeiners So they’re holding his charges as bribery to avoid repercussions? Seems illegal." / X

https://x.com/Not_the_Bee/status/1795837790208585910

Tony Roundtree on X: "Officer Gillis after Scottie Scheffler drove by him going 2 mph https://t.co/85QmHtQnOK" / X

https://x.com/Tonywithyy/status/1793705980875899352

Takeaways

• Scottie Scheffler's charges were dismissed with prejudice after video footage contradicted the officer's account of the incident.
• Having a good attorney is crucial in cases where there is no body cam footage or other evidence.
• The system often fails to hold public officials accountable, and taxpayers end up paying for their wrongdoing.
• Upcoming topics on the podcast include an interview with Jeff Knox and news from the Supreme Court.

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Episode 130. Tactical First Aid and System Collapse Medicine (rerun of Episode 38)

Alex Ooley is joined by his wife, Whitney, to discuss “Tactical First Aid and System Collapse Medicine,” a class they took with Greg Ellifritz from Active Response Training. They cover topics such as the importance of first aid skills, the Tactical Combat Casualty Care Protocol, and practical exercises in applying pressure bandages and tourniquets. The conversation delves into the MARCH acronym, the use of hemostatic dressings, and the misconceptions about tourniquets. The conversation covers a comprehensive overview of tactical combat casualty care, including techniques for managing massive bleeding, airway obstruction, respiration, circulation, and head trauma. It also delves into wound cleaning, wound closure, and assembling a medical kit for emergency preparedness. The discussion emphasizes the importance of being prepared and knowledgeable in case of a medical emergency.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of First Aid Skills

09:42 Understanding the MARCH Acronym

26:31 Hemostatic Dressings and Tourniquet Misconceptions

27:59 Tactical Combat Casualty Care: Essential Skills for Emergency Situations

29:52 Addressing Massive Bleeding, Airway, and Respiration: Preventable Battlefield Deaths

37:55 Respiration and Breathing: Tension Pneumothorax and Treatment Measures

45:11 Circulation, Head Trauma, and Hypothermia: Non-Preventable Battlefield Deaths

Resources

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/upcoming-classes

https://www.narescue.com/tccc

Takeaways

• The importance of first aid skills in emergency situations
• Understanding the MARCH acronym for treating traumatic injuries
• Practical exercises in applying pressure bandages and tourniquets
• The use of hemostatic dressings and misconceptions about tourniquets Tactical combat casualty care (TCCC) provides essential skills for managing life-threatening injuries in emergency situations.
• Understanding wound cleaning and closure techniques is crucial for preventing infection and promoting healing in the absence of advanced medical care.
• Assembling a well-equipped medical kit and being prepared for emergencies can make a significant difference in providing effective first aid and saving lives.
• Knowledge of tactical combat casualty care empowers individuals to respond effectively to medical emergencies and potentially prevent preventable battlefield deaths.
• The importance of being prepared and knowledgeable in case of a medical emergency cannot be overstated, and TCCC training provides valuable skills for addressing life-threatening injuries.

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MARCH

HemostaticDressings

Tourniquets

PressureBandages

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respiration

circulation

trauma

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Episode 129. Property Rights and the Will to Own

This episode discusses the concept of self-ownership as the foundational principle of libertarianism. The article by Wanjiru Njoya explores the nature of property rights and the will to own. It contrasts the Benthamite view that property rights are created by the state with the argument that property rights are an expression of the human will. The importance of self-ownership is emphasized, as it serves as a barrier against state control and promotes individual liberty. The article concludes by highlighting the need to consider self-ownership when assessing political action and the potential infringement on property rights.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:31 The Primacy of Self-Ownership

08:29 Law, Rights, and the Will to Own

09:59 The State as a Threat to Property Rights

11:33 Conclusion

Resources

Property Rights and the Will to Own | Mises Institute

https://mises.org/mises-wire/property-rights-and-will-own

Wanjiru Njoya

https://mises.org/profile/wanjiru-njoya

Wanjiru Njoya (@WanjiruNjoya) / X

https://x.com/WanjiruNjoya

Episode 2. Why Freedom? – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/09/episode-2-why-freedom/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cfpPSrcIHA

Episode 4. Theory of Property – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/09/episode-4-theory-of-property/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmvJCEYPa6Y

Takeaways

• Self-ownership is the foundational principle of libertarianism, asserting that individuals have a superior claim to their own bodies and the products of their labor.
• Property rights are seen as an expression of the will to own, rather than being created by the state.
• The concept of self-ownership serves as a barrier against state control and promotes individual liberty.
• Considering self-ownership is important when assessing political action and potential infringements on property rights.

Sound Bites

• "Each person has a superior claim to their own body, self-ownership."
• "The non-aggression principle is really nonsensical unless there is something to aggress against, and that's property rights beginning with self-ownership."
• "Law and rights do not depend on the dictates of the state. Property rights are decided through the process of human interaction rather than being decided by the state."

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selfownership

property

personalresponsibility

individualliberty

decentralization

liberty

freedom

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Mises

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locke

Keywords

self-ownership, property rights, libertarianism, will to own, state control, individual liberty

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Episode 128. Highlights from the NRA Annual Meeting (NRAAM)

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, Alex and Mike discuss their experience at the NRA annual meeting in Dallas, Texas. They attended the firearms law seminar, visited exhibits on the convention floor, and attended a seminar by Ed Monk. The membership meeting and board meeting were also discussed, highlighting the dissent and lack of support for the NRA among members and some board members. They also attended seminars by other notable speakers such as John Correia, Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman, and John Lott. The episode concludes with a discussion on resolutions proposed at the membership meeting. The conversation discusses the recent NRA membership meeting and board meeting, highlighting the presence of reform candidates and the hope for change within the organization. The hosts mention the election of reform candidates for various officer positions, signaling a shift in leadership. They also emphasize the importance of the NRA as a grassroots and educational organization in the fight for gun rights. The conversation touches on the need for collaboration among pro-gun organizations and the challenges faced by gun rights in different states.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Plans for the NRA Annual Meeting

01:24 Overview of the Convention and Meetings

05:08 Highlights from Ed Monk's Seminar

07:45 Insights from Other Notable Speakers

10:33 Meeting Dr. Edeen and Other Firearms Community Members

15:36 Discussion on Active Shooter Response Seminar

25:25 Proposed Resolutions at the Membership Meeting

26:22 NRA membership meeting and the tone of the discussion

30:37 The importance of the NRA as a grassroots and educational organization

35:13 The vote on the resolution to move the headquarters to Texas

37:10 The election of reform candidates in the NRA board meeting

40:01 The hope for change and the future of the NRA

46:11 The current state of the NRA and the potential for improvement

48:04 The importance of the NRA and collaboration among pro-gun organizations

51:33 The comparison of gun rights in Indiana and Texas

Resources

Ed Monk - Last Resort Firearms Training

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=913526147243539&set=pcb.913526190576868

The NRA Meeting Of Members - Only Guns and Money

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/05/19/the-nra-meeting-of-members-part-1.html

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/05/19/the-nra-meeting-of-members-part-2.html

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/05/19/the-alternative-slate-of-officers-for-nra-leadership.html

Stephen Gutowski (@StephenGutowski) / X

https://x.com/StephenGutowski/status/1792540850678845512/photo/1

https://x.com/StephenGutowski/status/1792657405689692644

Board Meeting, 2024 – NRA in Danger

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/05/20/board-meeting-2024/

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/05/19/nra-financial-disaster-looms/

Reformers Prevail at NRA Meeting, Elect New Leadership | The Reload

https://thereload.com/reformers-prevail-at-nra-meeting-elect-new-leadership/

Rob Pincus on Scripps News discussing the NRA - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfEzqdyDBf0

Episode 64. Jeff Knox: Fighting to Save the NRA (improved audio) - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRfrssgmQl4

NRA at the Crossroads – Gun Culture 2.0

https://gunculture2point0.com/2024/05/20/nra-at-the-crossroads/

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Episode 127. The Root of Today’s Worldwide Education Problem Is Staring Us in the Face

The article discusses the failure of government schools in various countries, including Israel and the United States. It highlights the lack of critical thinking, writing, and debating skills among graduates and the focus on seniority rather than individual performance in teacher salaries. The article emphasizes that government schools are a disgrace and nurture indiscipline. It compares the performance of public schools to private schools and homeschooling, noting that the latter options generally produce better outcomes. The article argues that the government politicizes education and stifles choice, incentive, and accountability. It concludes by calling for more freedom in education.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:34 The Failure of Government Schools

06:15 The Success of Private Schools and Homeschooling

07:15 The Impact of Politics on Education

10:28 The Need for Freedom in Education

Resources

"The Root of Today’s Worldwide Education Problem Is Staring Us in the Face" by Lawrence Reed

https://fee.org/articles/the-root-of-today-s-worldwide-education-problem-is-staring-us-in-the-face/?

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0aX5YTr81cUm4S7zgffKLcJhqKFiwZTaukjk98GbxzStUDXmKJffTB1y4ypV8yEnpl&id=100044141243817

A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words | International Liberty

https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2009/10/15/a-picture-is-worth-a-thousand-words/

Episode 40. Are We Good Enough for Liberty? by Lawrence Reed - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJC77He8bMo&t=72s

Episode 89. Homeschooling and Entrepreneurship: Building Skills, Independence, and a Legacy - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vieJkvHhZo&t=1052s&pp=ygUbZm9yZ2Ugb2YgZnJlZWRvbSBob21lc2Nob29s

Episode 54. Kids Don't Need School - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO66d6bHt1g&pp=ygUbZm9yZ2Ugb2YgZnJlZWRvbSBob21lc2Nob29s

Takeaways

• Government schools in various countries, including Israel and the United States, are failing in terms of producing critical thinking, writing, and debating skills among graduates.
• Public schools prioritize seniority over individual performance in teacher salaries, which hinders improvement.
• Private schools and homeschooling generally produce better outcomes in education compared to government schools.
• Government politicizes education and stifles choice, incentive, and accountability.
• The impact of government schools goes beyond education and affects the fabric of society, particularly the family.

Keywords

government schools, education, failure, politics, socialism, private schools, homeschooling, family

Sound Bites

• "Government schools are failing in various countries."
• "Private schools and homeschools are generally flourishing."
• "Government is the paramount problem in education."

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leftism

libertarianism

education

government

family

woke

ideology

socialism

individualliberty

decentralization

liberty

freedom

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

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Episode 126. Armed Teachers and Nullification in New Hampshire

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the topic of teachers carrying guns in schools. He explores the laws and regulations in different states, focusing on Indiana and New Hampshire. The host also delves into the concept of nullification and its potential application in resisting federal overreach. He emphasizes the importance of swift response to active shooters and shares statistics on mass public shootings in gun-free zones. The episode concludes with a reminder to fight for freedom and not take it for granted.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Article Overview

02:20 Indiana's Approach to Teacher Carry and Training

05:18 New Hampshire: A Model for Nullification of Federal Gun Control

13:49 The Importance of Swift Response to Active Shooters

25:11 NRA Annual Meeting and Closing Remarks

Takeaways

• Indiana provides training standards and funding for teachers to undergo rigorous training
• New Hampshire has no restrictions on teacher carry, except for students
• Nullification is a strategy to resist federal overreach and can be applied at the state and individual level
• Swift response to active shooters can significantly reduce the number of victims
• 94% of mass public shootings occur in gun-free zones
• Freedom must be fought for and not taken for granted

Sound Bites

• "Active shooters, people who engage in mass public killings, the number of victims goes down dramatically based on the swiftness of the response."
• "94% of mass public shootings occurred in gun-free zones."
• "Nullification is a fundamental part of the American political system."

Resources

Which States Let Teachers Carry Guns in School? - Campus Safety

https://www.campussafetymagazine.com/safety/which-states-let-teachers-carry-guns-in-school/

HB 1178 and Guidance on NH Gun Laws Impacting Schools – SchoolLaw

https://schoollaw.com/hb-1178-and-guidance-on-nh-gun-laws-impacting-schools/

Guns In Schools Laws in New Hampshire | Giffords

https://giffords.org/lawcenter/state-laws/guns-in-schools-in-new-hampshire/

NH Superintendents Say Schools Are Safe, Plans In Place With Police | Concord, NH Patch

https://patch.com/new-hampshire/concord-nh/nh-superintendents-say-schools-are-safe-plans-place-police

Handgunlaw.us

https://handgunlaw.us/

State Name - newhampshire.pdf

https://handgunlaw.us/states/newhampshire.pdf

STATUTE-104-Pg4789.pdf (Gun Free School Zones Act)

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/STATUTE-104/pdf/STATUTE-104-Pg4789.pdf

18 U.S. Code § 922 - Unlawful acts | U.S. Code | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/922#q_2_A

Understanding And Defining The Gun-Free School Zones Act » Concealed Carry Inc

https://www.concealedcarry.com/law/defining-gun-free-school-zones-act/

Nullification | Tenth Amendment Center

https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/nullification-overview/

Aldous Huxley

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=986302929735823&set=a.476318660734255

Keywords

teachers, guns, schools, laws, regulations, Indiana, New Hampshire, nullification, federal overreach, active shooters, mass public shootings, gun-free zones, freedom

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Episode 125. From Leftism to Liberty, a Personal Journey with Michael Rectenwald

Michael Rectenwald, a former NYU professor and now a presidential candidate on the Libertarian Party ticket, discusses his journey from leftism to libertarianism. He speaks about his awakening to the problems of the woke left and the suppression of free speech on college campuses. Rectenwald explains how his study of economics, particularly the works of Ludwig von Mises, led him to reject socialism and embrace libertarianism. He emphasizes the importance of individual liberty and the need to decentralize power. Rectenwald also shares his motivation for running for president and his vision for a society based on maximum liberty and private property.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Michael Rectenwald's Background

03:53 Awakening to the Problems of the Woke Left

09:18 Rejecting Socialism: Embracing Libertarianism

15:31 The Importance of Individual Liberty and Decentralization

Takeaways

• Michael Rectenwald's journey from leftism to libertarianism was sparked by his opposition to the woke left and the suppression of free speech on college campuses.
• His study of economics, particularly the works of Ludwig von Mises, led him to reject socialism and embrace libertarianism.
• Rectenwald emphasizes the importance of individual liberty and the need to decentralize power.
• He is running for president on a platform of maximum liberty and private property.

Resources

Dr. Michael Rectenwald on X: "Allow me to reintroduce myself."

https://twitter.com/RecTheRegime/status/1786008528135524748

From Leftism to Liberty, a Personal Journey | SpringerLink

https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-29608-6_60#citeas

From Leftism to Liberty, a Personal Journey — Michael Rectenwald

https://www.michaelrectenwald.com/essays/from-leftism-to-liberty-a-personal-journey

From Leftism to Liberty, a Personal Journey

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ck6bl_mOq2cu0EmfG7w7gFvf61uG2E7_/view

Michael Rectenwald: books, biography, latest update

https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KC6JIY

Michael Rectenwald 2024

https://rectenwald2024.com/bio/

https://rectenwald2024.com/issues/

Michael Rectenwald on the Tom Woods Show

https://tomwoods.com/ep-1771-michael-rectenwald-on-the-american-dystopia/

https://tomwoods.com/ep-2169-the-great-reset-and-woke-capitalism-with-michael-rectenwald/

https://tomwoods.com/ep-2371-michael-rectenwald-and-tom-woods-on-ayn-rand-rfk-lockdown-victims-and-personal-productivity/

https://tomwoods.com/ep-2404-anti-marx-anti-war-with-michael-rectenwald/

1. The Success of Socialist Ideas | Mises Institute

https://mises.org/online-book/socialism-economic-and-sociological-analysis/introduction/1-success-socialist-ideas

1. The Crisis of Civilization | Mises Institute

https://mises.org/online-book/socialism-economic-and-sociological-analysis/conclusion-historical-significance-modern-socialism/2-crisis-civilization

Socialism: An Economic and Sociological Analysis: Ludwig von Mises, J. Kahane: 9780913966631: Amazon.com: Books

https://www.amazon.com/Socialism-Sociological-Ludwig-von-Mises/dp/0913966630

Rectenwald, M. (2023). From Leftism to Liberty, a Personal Journey. In: Cavallo, J.A., Block, W.E. (eds) Libertarian Autobiographies. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-29608-6_60

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Episode 124. Attorneys General Write Letter Opposing Red Flag Laws

In this episode, Alex Ooley shares a letter from the attorney general of West Virginia and other states expressing opposition to the Biden administration's National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center. The letter argues that red flag laws violate Second Amendment rights and lack due process. It also criticizes the Department of Justice for partnering with the John Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, which advocates for strict gun control measures. The host highlights the dangers of red flag laws and the need to protect individual rights.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Letter from Attorneys General

02:06 Opposition to the National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center

03:40 The Flaws of Red Flag Laws

06:07 The Department of Justice's Ideological Partnership

09:32 The Dangers of Pre-Crime Laws

11:28 Protecting Second Amendment Rights

Takeaways

· Red flag laws are a threat to Second Amendment rights and lack due process.

· The Biden administration's National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center undermines state and local laws and promotes anti-gun measures.

· Red flag laws do not have a significant impact on reducing violent crime or saving lives.

· The Department of Justice's partnership with the John Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions raises concerns about bias and ideological influence.

· The Supreme Court may review cases involving assault weapons bans in Maryland and Illinois.

Resources

Red Flag Center Letter to AG Garland.docx - 4-11-24-ERPO-Letter-to-AG-Garland.pdf

https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Files/Briefing-Room/News-Releases/4-11-24-ERPO-Letter-to-AG-Garland.aspx

Citing Constitutional Concerns, Yost Urges DOJ to Scrap ‘Red Flag’ Gun-Confiscation Program - Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost

https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Media/News-Releases/April-2024/Citing-Constitutional-Concerns-Yost-Urges-DOJ-to-S

Trump: Take the guns first, go through due process second - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=du4xz6Lndxk

Do Red Flag Laws Save Lives? by John R. Lott, Carlisle E. Moody :: SSRN

https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3492120

Episode 118. Kamala Harris Exploits Tragedy for Gun Control Agenda: The Battle Over Red Flag Laws - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gn6ZIE5r-N0

MarylandAWban.com: Bianchi v. Brown - FPC Law 2A Challenge to Maryland's "Assault Weapons" Ban

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/bianchi

Harrel v. Raoul - FPC Challenge to Illinois "Assault Weapon" and Magazine Bans

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/harrel

Sound Bites

"Take the guns first, go through due process second."

"Former president Donald Trump gets it backward. Current president Joe Biden doesn't even care if he gets it backward."

"These cases are ripe to be heard by the Supreme Court."

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Episode 123. What Charles Ponzi’s Scheme and US Entitlement Programs Have in Common

In this episode, Alex Ooley shares an article titled 'What Charles Ponzi's Scheme and US Entitlement Programs Have in Common' by Daniel Kowalski. The article compares the structure of Ponzi schemes to the US social security and Medicare systems, highlighting the inherent problems and unsustainability of these programs. The host discusses how these systems operate like a Ponzi scheme, relying on new money to pay off old investors. The conversation also touches on the national debt and the government's irresponsible financial practices. The episode concludes with a call to protect oneself and be prepared for the possibility of not receiving the promised benefits from these entitlement programs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Episode Update

01:02 Comparing Ponzi Scheme to US Entitlement Programs

04:39 Expanding Social Security with Medicare

07:20 The Government's Financial Practices

08:26 The Future of the US and Entitlement Programs

11:59 Government's Irresponsible Financial Practices

12:29 Conclusion and Call to Action

Resources

"What Charles Ponzi’s Scheme and US Entitlement Programs Have in Common" by

Daniel Kowalski

https://fee.org/articles/what-charles-ponzis-scheme-and-us-entitlement-programs-have-in-common/

Sound Bites

• "A Ponzi scheme promises investors massive returns on an investment that does not really exist."
• "The financial amount of these benefits dwarfed what the first retirees put in during their working careers."
• "Today, there are more medical treatments available than there were 60 years ago. This helps people live longer."

Takeaways

• US entitlement programs like social security and Medicare operate similarly to Ponzi schemes, relying on new money to pay off old investors.
• The structure of these programs is unsustainable in the long term, as the number of beneficiaries increases while the number of contributors decreases.
• The government's financial practices, including the national debt and printing money, resemble fraudulent activities.
• Individuals should be prepared for the possibility of not receiving the promised benefits from these entitlement programs and take steps to protect themselves financially.

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Episode 122. Defining a Firearm: The Frame or Receiver Rule at SCOTUS (Garland v. VanDerStok)

The United States Supreme Court has accepted a case called Garland v. VanDerStok, which challenges the administrative authority of the ATF. The case focuses on the definition of a firearm and specifically the frame or receiver rule. The ATF argues that incomplete frames or receivers, known as 80% lowers, are firearms because they may readily be converted. However, the Firearms Policy Coalition and the Second Amendment Foundation argue that the ATF is overstepping its authority and changing the law. The case is about limiting agency overreach and maintaining the separation of powers.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Case Overview

07:22 Ghost Guns and Unserialized Components

14:00 The Fifth Circuit's Opinion

Resources

Supreme Court Takes Up ATF’s Unilateral ‘Ghost Gun’ Rules

https://reason.com/2024/04/24/supreme-court-takes-up-atfs-unilateral-ghost-gun-rules/

Garland v. VanDerStok - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/garland-v-vanderstok-2/

Justices take up “ghost guns” case for next term - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/2024/04/justices-take-up-ghost-guns-case-for-next-term/

Supreme Court Takes Up FPC, FPCAF Lawsuit Challenging ATF’s “Frame or Receiver” Rule - Firearms Policy Coalition

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/supreme-court-takes-up-fpc-fpcaf-lawsuit-challenging-atfs-frame-or-receiver-rule#gsc.tab=0

VanDerStok cert resp Final.pdf

https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/23/23-852/302555/20240307152938802_23-852%20VanDerStok%20cert%20resp%20Final.pdf

Definitions, 18 U.S.C. § 921

https://casetext.com/statute/united-states-code/title-18-crimes-and-criminal-procedure/part-i-crimes/chapter-44-firearms/section-921-definitions

Meaning of terms, 27 C.F.R. § 478.11

https://casetext.com/regulation/code-of-federal-regulations/title-27-alcohol-tobacco-products-and-firearms/chapter-ii-bureau-of-alcohol-tobacco-firearms-and-explosives-department-of-justice/subchapter-b-firearms-and-ammunition/part-478-commerce-in-firearms-and-ammunition/subpart-b-definitions/section-47811-meaning-of-terms

Definition of Frame or Receiver, 27 C.F.R. § 478.12

https://casetext.com/regulation/code-of-federal-regulations/title-27-alcohol-tobacco-products-and-firearms/chapter-ii-bureau-of-alcohol-tobacco-firearms-and-explosives-department-of-justice/subchapter-b-firearms-and-ammunition/part-478-commerce-in-firearms-and-ammunition/subpart-b-definitions/section-47812-definition-of-frame-or-receiver

Vanderstok v. Garland - Second Amendment Foundation

https://saf.org/vanderstok-v-garland/

https://saf.org/supreme-court-grants-cert-in-saf-vanderstok-frames-receivers-case/

Garland v. Cargill - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/garland-v-cargill/

United States v. Rahimi - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/united-states-v-rahimi/

Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/loper-bright-enterprises-v-raimondo/

The Supreme Court Accepts Another Opportunity to Box ATF In - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGqobSI_mqw&t=392s

Ron Paul quote

https://quotlr.com/images/quotes/BtPZn-pCQAAxKaF.jpg

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Episode 121. The Danger of the West’s Neglect of Individual Rights

Alex Ooley shares an article by Finn Andreen that discusses the neglect of individual rights in the West and the consequences of this neglect. It highlights the violation of property rights, exorbitant fiscal and inflationary pressures, mass surveillance, censorship, and the erosion of freedom of speech. The article argues that the Western world has taken individual rights for granted and emphasizes the importance of negative rights over positive rights. It calls for a renewed focus on educating the public about the principles of freedom and the need to protect individual rights.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Importance of Individual Rights

04:05 The Neglect of Individual Rights in the West

08:22 The Poor Protection of Individual Rights

12:27 The Focus on Positive Rights

Resources

The Danger of the West’s Neglect of Individual Rights | Mises Institute

https://mises.org/mises-wire/danger-wests-neglect-individual-rights

TenthAmendmentCenter on X: "The same government..."

https://twitter.com/TenthAmendment/status/1783975613508047221

Episode 14. Positive & Negative Rights – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/05/09/episode-14-positive-negative-rights/

Quote by Frederic Bastiat

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/132893-socialism-like-the-ancient-ideas-from-which-it-springs-confuses

TenthAmendmentCenter on X (@TenthAmendment)

https://twitter.com/TenthAmendment/status/1780732125236367481

Takeaways

The neglect of individual rights in the West has led to violations of property rights, exorbitant fiscal and inflationary pressures, mass surveillance, censorship, and erosion of freedom of speech.

The Western world has taken individual rights for granted and needs to refocus on protecting negative rights rather than enforcing positive rights.

Education about the principles of freedom and the importance of protecting individual rights is crucial to resist the creeping violation of rights.

The public needs to actively enforce the principles and ideals contained in documents like the Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen and the Bill of Rights.

The government's focus on control rather than protecting individual rights is evident in its expansion of surveillance and restrictions on privacy.

Sound Bites

"There is no massive opposition to these glaring violations of individual rights."

"Liberty dies with apathy. It's up to us to maintain freedom."

"We don't want the government to produce our food, dictate resources for healthcare, education, religion, or equality."

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Episode 120. ATF Final Rule on Firearms Sales and What it Means to Be “Engaged in the Business”

In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley discuss the ATF's new final rule regarding what it means to be engaged in the business of selling firearms. They highlight the complexity of the rule and its origins in the bipartisan safer communities act. They also discuss the power and history of the ATF, as well as the potential implications of the rule, including increased costs for private firearms transactions and the potential for registration and confiscation. They emphasize the need to be vigilant about government overreach and the importance of focusing on individual and community freedom.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

09:28 The ATF's Power and History

16:18 The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and the ATF's Final Rule

35:46 The Government's Disregard for the American People and the National Debt

43:29 Taking Control of What You Can: Individual and Community Freedom

Resources:

Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022 - Ballotpedia

https://ballotpedia.org/Bipartisan_Safer_Communities_Act_of_2022

S.2938 - 117th Congress (2021-2022): Bipartisan Safer Communities Act | Congress.gov | Library of Congress

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2938

Definition of "Engaged in the Business" as a Dealer in Firearms - eib.fr_.1140-aa58.2024_508.signed_final_4.10.24.pdf

https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/docs/ruling/atf-final-rule-definition-engaged-business-dealer-firearms/download

18 U.S. Code § 924 - Penalties | U.S. Code | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/924

18 U.S. Code § 922 - Unlawful acts | U.S. Code | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/922

The White House on X: "It’s time for Congress to act. https://t.co/KEDm5EQg13" / X

https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1781699342178332678

Second Amendment Roundup: ATF redefines “engaged in the business”

https://reason.com/volokh/2024/04/19/second-amendment-roundup-atf-redefines-engaged-in-the-business/

Justice Department Publishes New Rule To Update Definition of "Engaged in the Business" as a Firearms Dealer

https://www.atf.gov/news/pr/justice-department-publishes-new-rule-update-definition-engaged-business-firearms-dealer

Justice Department Publishes New Rule to Update Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Firearms Dealer | United States Department of Justice

https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-publishes-new-rule-update-definition-engaged-business-firearms-dealer

Final Rule: Definition of “Engaged in the Business”

https://www.atf.gov/firearms/final-rule-definition-engaged-business-dealer-firearms

Definition of "Engaged in the Business" as a Dealer in Firearms

https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/docs/ruling/atf-final-rule-definition-engaged-business-dealer-firearms/download

Episode 57. ATF Proposed Rule on Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Dealer in Firearms – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/09/04/episode-57-atf-proposed-rule-on-definition-of-engaged-in-the-business-as-a-dealer-in-firearms/

ATF HQ on X:

https://twitter.com/ATFHQ/status/1778393298991775744

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Episode 119. FISA 702 Explained: Is Your Privacy at Risk?

In this episode, host Alex Ooley discusses the reauthorization of FISA 702, a provision of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act that allows the government to conduct targeted surveillance of foreign nationals without a warrant. He explains the significant privacy implications of this provision and highlights instances of abuse by intelligence agencies. The episode also covers the failed attempt to impose a warrant requirement through the Biggs Amendment and the concerns raised by civil liberties organizations. The host emphasizes the importance of protecting privacy rights and urges listeners to be engaged citizens in order to prevent encroachments on their freedoms.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background on FISA 702

06:26 Concerns about Privacy and Abuse

13:59 The Failed Attempt to Impose a Warrant Requirement

27:53 The Importance of Protecting Privacy Rights

Resources:

Elizabeth Goitein on X

https://twitter.com/LizaGoitein/status/1778844476607201640

Final Vote Results for Roll Call 114

https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2024/roll114.xml

Rand Paul on X (@RandPaul):

https://twitter.com/RandPaul/status/1780627078645248462

TenthAmendmentCenter on X (@TenthAmendment)

https://twitter.com/TenthAmendment/status/1780732125236367481

Letter from 21 Privacy Companies

cdt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Coalition-Statement-for-Record-Senate-Judiciary-Hearing-on-Section-702-6-12-23.pdf

Edward Snowden (@Snowden) / X

https://twitter.com/Snowden

FISA Section 702: What it is and why Congress is debating it

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/section-702-foreign-intelligence-surveillance-act-congress-what-know-rcna96259

Statement by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Upcoming Vote on Reauthorization and Reform of FISA Section 702 | The White House

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/04/17/statement-by-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivan-on-the-upcoming-vote-on-reauthorization-and-reform-of-fisa-section-702/

Bad Amendments to Section 702 Have Failed (For Now)—What Happens Next? | Electronic Frontier Foundation

https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2024/04/bad-amendments-section-702-have-failed-now-what-happens-next

What is Section 702? | Learn Liberty

https://www.learnliberty.org/videos/what-is-section-702/

Naomi Brockwell (@naomibrockwell) / X

https://twitter.com/naomibrockwell

What is the FISA court, and why is it so secretive? | CNN Politics

https://www.cnn.com/2017/03/08/politics/fisa-court-explainer-trnd/index.html

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Episode 118. Kamala Harris Exploits Tragedy for Gun Control Agenda: The Battle Over Red Flag Laws

In this episode, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley discuss Kamala Harris's visit to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and her use of the massacre as a platform to promote gun control. They delve into the concept of red flag laws and the violation of due process and individual rights that they entail. They highlight the inconclusive evidence regarding the effectiveness of these laws and the potential for abuse. The episode concludes with a reminder of the importance of preserving freedom and liberty.

Chapters

00:00 Kamala Harris Exploits Tragedy for Gun Control Agenda

09:06 The Violation of Due Process in Red Flag Laws

32:43 The Importance of Preserving Freedom and Liberty

Takeaways

• Kamala Harris used the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre as a platform to promote gun control
• Red flag laws violate due process and individual rights
• The evidence regarding the effectiveness of red flag laws is inconclusive
• Red flag laws can be abused and used as a tool for personal vendettas

Sound Bites

"Anytime the government says, 'I'm here to help,' that's the most concerning words you could ever hear."

Keywords

Kamala Harris, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, gun control, red flag laws, due process, individual rights, evidence, abuse, freedom, liberty

Resources:

FACT SHEET: Vice President Kamala Harris Announces Two Gun Safety Solutions While Continuing Efforts to Keep Schools Safe from Gun Violence | The White House

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/23/fact-sheet-vice-president-harris-announces-gun-safety-solutions-while-continuing-efforts-to-keep-schools-safe-from-gun-violence/

National Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Resource Center - The National ERPO Resource Center

https://erpo.org/

U.S. Constitution - Fourteenth Amendment | Resources | Constitution Annotated | Congress.gov | Library of Congress

https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/amendment-14/

Remarks by Vice President Harris Highlighting Historic Gun Safety Measures | Parkland, FL | The White House

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/23/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-on-gun-violence-prevention-while-at-marjory-stoneman-douglas-high-school-parkland-fl/

Office of Gun Violence Prevention | The White House

https://www.whitehouse.gov/ogvp/

U.S. National Debt Clock : Real Time

https://www.usdebtclock.org/

Vice President Marks Parkland Tragedy Anniversary by Dancing-in-the-Blood

https://www.ammoland.com/2024/04/vice-president-harris-marks-parkland-tragedy-anniversary-with-political-gun-grab/

Father of Parkland high school victim speaks out on Vice President Kamala Harris' visit: 'Hallowed ground'

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/father-of-parkland-high-school-victim-speaks-out-on-vice-president-kamala-harris-visit-hallowed-ground/vi-BB1knFyW#details

MSD-Report-2-Public-Version.pdf

https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/MSDHS/MSD-Report-2-Public-Version.pdf

Kamala Harris delivers remarks in Parkland - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCTp0Bu1boI

Episode 55. Red Flag Laws: A Threat to the Constitution and Individual Liberty - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9HKEyKRdwY

Policy Arguments Against Red Flag Laws #freedom #firearms #liberty #redflag #guncontrol - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kvQ45IH9pA

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Episode 117. ‘The Zone of Interest’ in Forgiveness

The episode discusses the movie 'The Zone of Interest' and explores the themes of forgiveness and mercy, particularly in relation to the character Rudolf Höss, the Commandant of Auschwitz. It raises questions about the capacity for evil in seemingly ordinary people and the Christian belief in forgiveness. The episode also touches on the importance of learning from history to prevent similar atrocities from happening again. The host reflects on how forgiveness applies to our own lives and interactions with others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

09:24 The Challenge of Forgiveness

15:22 Reflecting on How We Treat Others

Resources:

‘The Zone of Interest’ in Forgiveness

https://intellectualtakeout.org/2024/03/the-zone-of-interest-forgiveness/

Episode 17. The Forge of Freedom – Were thePerpetrators of the Holocaust Just Following Orders? - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG4bv5WHVuA

The Zone of Interest | Official Trailer HD |A24

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-vfg3KkV54

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Episode 116. Soft on Crime, Hard on Self-Defense? Indianapolis & the Fight for Gun Rights

In this episode, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley discuss two topics related to gun rights and self-defense. The first topic focuses on the push for soft-on-crime policies in Indianapolis, which is leading to a rise in self-defense cases. The officials in Indianapolis are upset that people are defending themselves and using deadly force against criminals. The second topic discusses a tragic incident in Nashville where a mother negligently shot and killed her daughter. The hosts emphasize the importance of treating all guns as if they are loaded and investing in quality holsters. They also mention the upcoming NRA Annual Meeting and the importance of supporting organizations like Gun Owners of America and Firearms Policy Coalition in the fight to protect gun rights.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:02 The Rise of Self-Defense Cases and the Push for Soft-on-Crime Policies

08:08 The Importance of Treating Guns as Loaded and Investing in Quality Holsters

25:18 Supporting Gun Rights Organizations

30:08 Closing Remarks

Sound Bites

• "The implication here is that the act of self-defense is just as bad as the criminal act that preceded it."
• "Always treat all guns as if they're loaded."
• "Invest in a quality holster, do the same amount of research or more on your holster selections as you do your firearm selection."

Resources:

IMPD sees rise in self-defense shootings across Indy | wthr.com

https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/indianapolis-law-enforcement-sees-rise-self-defense-shootings-impd-chief-chris-bailey-marion-county-prosecutor-ryan-mears-indianapolis-mayor-hogsett/531-d3f15498-60d0-4dfd-947d-98215a1253ea

Amy Swearer on X

https://twitter.com/AmySwearer/status/1775545667353489892

‘It’s a nightmare’: Nashville mother accidentally shoots, kills daughter, police say

https://www.wsmv.com/2024/03/25/its-nightmare-nashville-mother-accidentally-shoots-kills-daughter-police-say/

Home | NRA Annual Meeting

https://www.nraam.org/

NRA Elections | The Firearms Coalition

https://firearmscoalition.org/nra-elections-3/

Episode 64. Jeff Knox: Fighting to Save the NRA (improved audio) - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRfrssgmQl4

My 2024 NRA Ballots

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/03/11/my-2024-nra-ballots.html

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_6492.jpg

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/03/28/nra-ballots-due-in-one-month.html

Polite Society Podcast - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/@Politesocietypodcast

Crime Report for Indianapolis after NRAAM Rolls Through Town

https://www.ammoland.com/2019/04/crime-report-for-indianapolis-after-nraam-rolls-through-town/

Crime Prevention Research Center

https://crimeresearch.org/

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Episode 115. What is The Presumption of Innocence? (rerun of Episode 7)

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the concept of the presumption of innocence and its importance to a civilized society. The presumption of innocence is the legal principle that every person accused of a crime is considered innocent until proven guilty. The burden of proof is on the prosecution to present compelling evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The host emphasizes that the presumption of innocence is essential to protect the rights of individuals and prevent unjust outcomes. He provides examples of cases where the presumption of innocence and due process safeguards were crucial in ensuring justice.

Takeaways

• The presumption of innocence is a fundamental principle in a civilized society, ensuring that individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty.
• The burden of proof is on the prosecution to present compelling evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
• Defense attorneys have a duty to provide a vigorous defense for their clients, regardless of their guilt or innocence, to protect the integrity of the legal process.
• The presumption of innocence and due process safeguards are essential to prevent mob rule, trial by media, and unjust outcomes.
• It is better for 10 guilty persons to escape punishment than for one innocent person to suffer.

Chapters

00:00 The Presumption of Innocence

05:41 The Legal Principle

06:43 The Burden of Proof

15:08 The Role of Defense Attorneys

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Episode 114. Glock Under Fire: Politicians Attempt to Shift Blame for Violence to Gun Manufacturers

In this episode, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley discuss the lawsuit filed by the city of Chicago against Glock, alleging that the company should be held responsible for the criminal misuse of their firearms. They also touch on the topic of soft on crime policies and the scapegoating of gun manufacturers. The hosts highlight the importance of individual responsibility and the need to be prepared to protect oneself. They also mention the creation of a National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center and its potential impact on gun rights.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:30 Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter

00:59 Discussion of Toronto Police Video

01:29 Lawsuit against Glock by City of Chicago

03:16 Advice to Be a Better Victim

04:15 Discussion of Glock Switches

06:15 Comparison to Lawsuit against Ford

07:10 Soft on Crime Policies and Scapegoating Glock

08:09 Discussion of Castle Doctrine

09:33 Lawsuit against Glock by City of Chicago

10:29 Discussion of Clearance Rate on Violent Crime

13:18 Discussion of Glock Switches

14:17 Government's Attempt to Shift Responsibility

20:06 Discussion of Lawsuit and PLCAA

24:39 Discussion of National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center

30:13 Individual Responsibility and Tyranny

31:37 Quote from James Madison

39:46 Conclusion

Resources:

Toronto police advises residents to leave car keys within easy reach for thieves to avoid violence - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLAHY2n9IjY

Chicago Sues Glock for Endangering Chicagoans by Manufacturing and Selling Handguns that Can Be Easily Modified to Illegal Machine Guns | Everytown Law

https://everytownlaw.org/case/chicago-sues-glock-inc-for-endangering-chicagoans-by-manufacturing-and-selling-handguns-that-can-be-easily-modified-to-illegal-machine-guns/

City-of-Chicago-v.-Glock-Complaint.pdf

https://everytownlaw.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/City-of-Chicago-v.-Glock-Complaint.pdf

2024-0326_Multistate-Letter-to-Glock.pdf

https://www.nj.gov/oag/newsreleases24/2024-0326_Multistate-Letter-to-Glock.pdf

NSSF Calls on Congress to Investigate Conspiracy Behind Chicago's Lawsuit Against Glock – Bearing Arms

https://bearingarms.com/camedwards/2024/03/20/nssf-calls-on-congress-to-investigate-conspiracy-behind-chicagos-lawsuit-against-glock-n1224261

Screenshot-2023-10-05-at-6.05.10-PM.jpg (JPEG Image, 750 × 966 pixels) — Scaled (78%)

https://freedomandprosperity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-05-at-6.05.10-PM.jpg

Gun-v-Police.jpg (JPEG Image, 750 × 752 pixels)

https://freedomandprosperity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Gun-v-Police.jpg

Gun control | International Liberty

https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/tag/gun-control/

How They'll Try to Sue Glock Into Oblivion - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DwhVz7o9H8

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Episode 113. The Only Good One Is a Closed One: No Reform of Government Schools (with Marina Rocha)

In this episode, Marina Rocha discusses the problems with government schools and makes the case for their abolition. She highlights the lack of passion for learning and the indoctrination that occurs in these institutions. Marina also emphasizes the inefficiency of government schools and the negative impact on discipline and violence. She argues that positive rights, such as the right to education, can lead to confusion and undermine individual freedom. Marina concludes by exploring alternative options to government schools, such as homeschooling and private schooling. In this conversation, Marina discusses alternatives to government schools, including deregulation and homeschooling. She also talks about the history of public schools and their connection to war. Marina emphasizes the importance of parental rights and the need for resources and support for homeschooling. She also shares her perspective on the influence of Javier Milei in Brazil and the potential impact of inflation and the Federal Reserve. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of educational freedom and the challenges and opportunities in the current education system.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:26 Marina's Connection with the Mises Institute and Work as an Economic Advisor

32:02 The Socialist Calculation Problem and Inefficiency of Government Schools

36:43 Issues with Discipline and Violence in Government Schools

39:04 Positive Rights and Confusion in Public Discourse

39:24 Alternatives to Government Schools

39:29 Alternatives to Government Schools

41:03 Eliminating the Department of Education

42:34 Homeschooling and Deregulation

46:18 The History of Public Schools and War

49:03 The Rights of the Child vs. the Rights of the Parent

52:31 Resources for Homeschooling

59:36 The Influence of Javier Malé in Brazil

01:02:44 Inflation and the Federal Reserve in Brazil

01:07:42 Closing Remarks

Resources:

The Only Good One Is a Closed One: No Reform of Government Schools (Marina Rocha)

https://mises.org/mises-wire/only-good-one-closed-one-no-reform-government-schools

Marina Rocha - Mises Institute

https://mises.org/profile/marina-rocha

Marina Rocha - X/Twitter

https://twitter.com/m4rinarocha31

Rebel Educator / Hannah Frankman

https://twitter.com/rebelEducator/status/1772687279984660872

https://twitter.com/HannahFrankman

Kerry McDonald - LiberatED Podcast

https://www.liberatedpodcast.com/

Daniel Mitchell - A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words | International Liberty

https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2009/10/15/a-picture-is-worth-a-thousand-words/

Homeschool Life, LLC -- Kids Don't Need School

https://twitter.com/Homeschool_LLC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vieJkvHhZo&t=1052s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO66d6bHt1g

Episode 91. What Are Individual Rights? - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUWE3xYJhHc

Episode 14. The Forge of Freedom – Positive & Negative Rights - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkPhL_mZeA4&t=1142s

Education: Free and Compulsory | Mises Institute

https://mises.org/podcasts/education-free-and-compulsory

No, the Brazilian Government Should Not Subsidize Carnival Festivities

https://mises.org/mises-wire/no-brazilian-government-should-not-subsidize-carnival-festivities

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Episode 112. Beyond the Beam: Gun Digest, Weapon Lights, and Responsible Self-Defense

In this episode, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley discuss various topics related to self-defense and firearms. They start by following up on the previous discussion about weapon-mounted lights and the support for Ken Hackathorn's views. They then talk about the legal implications of pointing firearms and the practical and legal ramifications of using BB guns. The importance of training in self-defense is emphasized, and various training resources are recommended. The episode concludes with a discussion on the Second Amendment at the local level and a preview of the next episode.

Takeaways

• Weapon-mounted lights can be a useful tool with proper training.
• Pointing firearms, even with ambient light or light spillover, can have legal consequences and may escalate a situation.
• BB guns and other non-lethal weapons can still cause serious bodily injury and have legal implications.
• Training is crucial in self-defense and should not be overlooked when considering equipment.
• There are various training resources available, such as Greg Ellifritz and Gunsite Academy.
• The Second Amendment is being applied at the local level, and individuals should be aware of their rights and legal developments.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Follow-up on Weapon Mounted Lights

01:39 Supporting Ken Hackathorn's Discussion on Weapon Mounted Lights

12:44 The Legal and Practical Ramifications of BB Guns

25:41 Training Resources: Greg Ellifritz and Gunsite Academy

30:23 The Second Amendment at the Local Level

33:43 Closing Remarks and Preview of Next Episode

Resources:

Why you shouldn’t search with a weapon-mounted light on a handgun - Massad Ayoob Critical Mas EP40 - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yte_ynhPItY

Episode 110. Hackathorn on Lights: Are Weapon-Mounted Lights Overrated? - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VlfdNfsvaA

More Than Child’s Play: The Legal Implications Of BB Guns - Gun Digest

https://gundigest.com/handguns/personal-defense/legal-implications-bb-guns

ACLDN

https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/

Riding Shotgun With Charlie

https://www.youtube.com/@RidingShotgunWithCharlie

https://ridingshotgunwithcharlie.com/

Florida 150 Three Day Basic Pistol - Gunsite Academy

https://www.gunsite.com/classes/florida-150-three-day-basic-pistol/

Active Response Training – Greg Ellifritz | 2024 Classes | Active Response Training

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/upcoming-classes

Rajon Rondo episodes

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/03/05/episode-106-rajon-rondos-arrest-bruen-the-2nd-amendment-and-gun-control-on-trial/

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/03/11/episode-108-prosecutors-challenge-2nd-amendment-in-rajon-rondo-case-part-2/

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Episode 111. The Forge of Freedom – Why Would an Innocent Person Plead Guilty? (rerun of Episode 18)

This episode explores the topic of innocent people pleading guilty in the criminal justice system. The host discusses the widespread problem of innocent individuals accepting plea deals, influenced by factors such as overcharging, the trial penalty, lack of adequate defense counsel, overcriminalization, and prosecutorial threats. The plea bargaining system is examined as a tool that prioritizes efficiency over justice. The episode concludes with a study that highlights the concerning number of innocent individuals who falsely plead guilty. Overall, the episode raises doubts about the accuracy and fairness of the plea bargaining system.

Takeaways

• Innocent individuals often plead guilty due to the power and leverage of the criminal justice system.
• Factors such as overcharging, the trial penalty, and inadequate defense counsel contribute to innocent people accepting plea deals.
• Overcriminalization and the disconnect between morality and law create a coercive dynamic in the criminal justice system.
• Prosecutorial threats and coercion, including targeting family members, further pressure innocent individuals to plead guilty.
• The plea bargaining system prioritizes efficiency over justice, raising doubts about its accuracy and fairness.

Chapters

00:00 The Widespread Problem of Innocent People Pleading Guilty

03:20 Factors Influencing Innocent People to Plead Guilty

05:42 The Trial Penalty and Public Defense Counsel

08:06 Overcharging and Lack of Recourse

09:47 Overcriminalization and Disconnect Between Morality and Law

14:02 Prosecutorial Threats and Coercion

15:49 The Plea Bargain as a Tool for Efficiency Over Justice

16:04 Study on Innocent Individuals Accepting Plea Deals

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Episode 110. Hackathorn on Lights: Are Weapon-Mounted Lights Overrated?

In this episode, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley discuss the controversy surrounding weapon mounted lights. They address the misinterpretation of Ken Hackathorn's comments and emphasize the importance of understanding his perspective. The conversation highlights the significance of training and the need to be cautious of influencers on the internet. They explore the necessity of handheld lights and the different missions for weapon mounted lights. Legal considerations and the advantages of both types of lights are also discussed. The episode concludes with a reminder to seek knowledge from experienced individuals and make informed decisions based on personal preference and circumstances.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:56 Controversy over Weapon Mounted Lights

05:47 Understanding Ken Hackathorn's Perspective

06:12 Importance of Training

07:35 Be Cautious of Influencers on the Internet

08:32 Considerations for Weapon Mounted Lights

09:31 The Necessity of Handheld Lights

18:36 Different Missions for Weapon Mounted Lights

20:22 Understanding Your Mission as a Private Citizen

23:18 Legal Considerations of Weapon Mounted Lights

25:40 The Importance of Handheld Lights

29:27 Advantages of Handheld Lights

32:45 Advantages of Weapon Mounted Lights

37:07 The Journey of Knowledge and Personal Preference

38:23 Conclusion

Resources:

Gun Gadgets - Addressing Trends Of Red Dots, Mounted Lights & Pocket Rockets - Gun Guys Ep76 - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQHgbltzGdA

Ken Hackathorn & Is an EMP Inevitable? | SOTG 1231

https://studentofthegun.com/premium-audio/radio/ken-hackathorn-sets-record-straight-and-is-an-emp-inevitable/

Handheld OR Handgun Mounted Light? - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqlfF2YSAOI&t=490s

Should I Keep a Light Mounted on My Pistol? | Active Self Protection Extra - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKLFUxTbrbA

Greg Ellifritz | Active Response Training

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/issues-with-weapon-mounted-lights

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/weapon-mounted-lights-and-a-dirty-little-police-secret

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/more-info-on-weapon-mounted-lights

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/light-discipline

Guest Shot: Thoughts on Lights for Concealed Pistols | Tactical Wire

https://www.thetacticalwire.com/features/cd3a5b45-6eba-4fc1-a581-0bc2a1734b97

A Weapon Light Might Be Wrong for a Defensive Firearm - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFya8vOZFOM

Get a Light: Don’t Shoot Your Loved Ones!

https://www.lowlightdefense.com/get-a-light-dont-shoot-your-loved-ones/

Indiana Code § 35-47-4-3. Pointing Firearm at Another Person

https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/2022/title-35/article-47/chapter-4/section-35-47-4-3/

Indiana Code § 35-45-2-1. Intimidation

https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/2022/title-35/article-45/chapter-2/section-35-45-2-1/

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Episode 109. Four Years Ago This Week, Freedom Was Torched (Jeffrey Tucker)

This episode reflects on the lockdowns implemented in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the negative consequences and lack of accountability. It discusses the initial closures of venues and travel restrictions, as well as the government's role in exacerbating the situation. The extension of lockdowns, protests, and the impact on the economy and education are also explored. The episode emphasizes the need for reflection and learning from history to prevent similar situations in the future.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Reflection on Lockdowns

03:42 The Beginning of Lockdowns

05:03 Travel Restrictions and Closure of Broadway

06:25 Government Response and Control

08:50 Trump's Announcement and CARES Act

11:10 Extension of Lockdowns and Vaccine Resistance

13:21 Protests and Consequences of Lockdowns

16:14 Lack of Accountability and Media Coverage

18:19 Conclusion and Legislative Response

Resources:

Four Years Ago This Week, Freedom Was Torched ⋆ Brownstone Institute

https://brownstone.org/articles/four-years-ago-this-week-freedom-was-torched/

A Final Report Card on the States’ Response to COVID-19 - w29928.pdf

https://www.nber.org/system/files/working_papers/w29928/w29928.pdf

Diary of a Psychosis

https://tomwoods.com/book/diary-of-a-psychosis/

IGA | Senate Bill 234 - Disaster emergency

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2024/bills/senate/234/actions

https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/123/2024/senate/bills/SB0234/SB0234.05.ENRH.pdf

TenthAmendmentCenter on X

https://twitter.com/TenthAmendment/status/1766878917745647791

Rand Paul on X: "Emulating Chinese communism is not the way to combat Chinese communism."

https://twitter.com/RandPaul/status/1768364204652728639

Deception: The Great Covid Cover-Up: Paul, Rand: 9781684515134: Amazon.com: Books

https://www.amazon.com/Deception-Great-Cover-Up-Rand-Paul/dp/1684515130

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Episode 108. Prosecutors Challenge 2nd Amendment in Rajon Rondo Case (Part 2)

This episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast discusses the prosecution of Rajon Rondo for unlawful possession of a handgun. The host examines the charges, the motion to dismiss, and the response from the prosecutor. The prosecutor argues that domestic violence restraining orders can justify the deprivation of the right to bear arms, while the defense questions the constitutionality of such prohibitions. The host analyzes the historical analogies presented by the prosecutor and highlights the practical ineffectiveness of domestic violence restraining orders. The episode concludes with a reflection on personal responsibility and the importance of self-protection.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:52 Charges against Rajon Rondo

03:19 Response from the Prosecutor

04:58 Quotes by George Mason and Alexander Hamilton

05:27 Humorous Lawyer Joke

05:56 Motion to Dismiss the Unlawful Possession Charge

06:26 Burden of Proof and Historical Analogies

07:52 Prosecutor's Response and Annotations

13:14 Comparison to Felon in Possession Laws

14:44 Historical Analogies and Surety Statutes

21:28 Prosecutor's Arguments and Omissions

25:38 Opposing Conclusions in Federal District Courts

28:05 Relevance of Indiana Code and Persuasive Authority

31:39 Argument Based on Historical Regulation of Firearms

36:17 Citing Racist Gun Control Laws

40:47 Dissenting Opinion of Amy Coney Barrett

46:00 Severity of Burden and Personal Responsibility

53:16 Practical Ineffectiveness of Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

57:01 Conclusion and Reflections

Resources:

Prosecutors argue former UK, NBA star Rajon Rondo is not protected by 2nd amendment to carry a gun

https://www.wdrb.com/in-depth/prosecutors-argue-former-uk-nba-star-rajon-rondo-is-not-protected-by-2nd-amendment-to/article_b3e0298c-db44-11ee-8e4c-833679b62519.html

Kanter v. Barr

https://cases.justia.com/federal/appellate-courts/ca7/18-1478/18-1478-2019-03-15.pdf?ts=1552685416

Crime Prevention Research Center

https://crimeresearch.org/?s=Rahimi&et_pb_searchform_submit=et_search_proccess&et_pb_include_posts=yes&et_pb_include_pages=yes

https://crimeresearch.org/2023/11/on-americas-voice-live-with-steve-gruber-to-discuss-scotus-oral-arguments-on-rahimi-what-standards-should-be-met-to-take-away-someones-guns/

Episode 51. What is the Second Amendment? (rerun of Episode 9) – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/08/19/episode-51-what-is-the-second-amendment-rerun-of-episode-9/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nk4b1mXcQ-0

Episode 106. Rajon Rondo’s Arrest

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/03/05/episode-106-rajon-rondos-arrest-bruen-the-2nd-amendment-and-gun-control-on-trial/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPSQ2ZWU39w

Rajon Rondo was allegedly driving more than 100 mph, weaving through traffic before arrest

https://www.wdrb.com/in-depth/rajon-rondo-was-allegedly-driving-more-than-100-mph-weaving-through-traffic-before-arrest/article_c84c3b1a-c058-11ee-a93a-5734e81d8ca6.html

18 U.S. Code § 922

https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/922

Indiana Code § 35-47-2-1.5. Unlawful Carrying of a Handgun

https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/2022/title-35/article-47/chapter-2/section-35-47-2-1-5/

United States v. Rahimi

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/united-states-v-rahimi/

Clark Neily on X

https://twitter.com/conlawwarrior/status/1764093590601380048?s=43

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Episode 107. Liberty and Responsibility

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses an article titled 'Liberty is Meaningless Without Responsibility' by Tyler Brandt. The article explores the inseparable relationship between liberty and responsibility. Alex emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility in a free society and how it contributes to human flourishing. He also highlights the role of responsibility in learning, creating meaning in life, and building a better world. The episode concludes with a call to action to adopt more personal responsibility and protect individual freedoms.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Article Overview

02:01 The Relationship Between Liberty and Responsibility

04:08 Responsibility as a Necessary Component of Liberty

06:43 Responsibility and Comparative Advantage

08:09 Responsibility Leads to Learning and Meaning

10:20 Frankl's Proposed Statue of Responsibility

13:54 Conclusion and Call to Action

Resources:

Liberty Is Meaningless without Responsibility - Foundation for Economic Education

https://fee.org/articles/liberty-is-meaningless-without-responsibility/

Tyler Brandt | People - Foundation for Economic Education

https://fee.org/people/tyler-brandt/

Liberty is Meaningless without Responsibility - Intellectual Takeout

https://intellectualtakeout.org/2018/02/liberty-is-meaningless-without-responsibility/

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Episode 106. Rajon Rondo's Arrest: Bruen, the 2nd Amendment, and Gun Control on Trial

In this episode, host Alex Ooley discusses the arrest of NBA player Rajon Rondo in Indiana. Rondo was stopped for not having a license plate and was subsequently found to be in possession of marijuana and a firearm. The focus of the discussion is on the charge of unlawful carrying of a handgun, which is based on Rondo being subject to a protective order. The episode explores the relevance of the Second Amendment in this case and the challenges to gun control laws. It also highlights the lower standard of proof in protective orders and the importance of litigating Second Amendment issues.

Takeaways

• NBA player Rajon Rondo was arrested in Indiana for not having a license plate and was found to be in possession of marijuana and a firearm.
• The charge of unlawful carrying of a handgun is based on Rondo being subject to a protective order, which prohibits him from possessing a firearm.
• The episode discusses the relevance of the Second Amendment in this case and the ongoing challenges to gun control laws.
• It highlights the lower standard of proof in protective orders and the importance of litigating Second Amendment issues.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:04 Rajon Rondo's Arrest

10:04 Unlawful Carrying of a Handgun

12:01 Relevance of Second Amendment

15:41 Challenges to Gun Control Laws

22:44 Motion to Dismiss Based on Second Amendment

23:57 Importance of Litigating Second Amendment Issues

25:00 Government Pretext and Judicial Rationalizations

26:07 Smell of Marijuana as Probable Cause

27:04 Conclusion and Call to Action

Resources:

Rajon Rondo was allegedly driving more than 100 mph, weaving through traffic before arrest | In-depth | wdrb.com

https://www.wdrb.com/in-depth/rajon-rondo-was-allegedly-driving-more-than-100-mph-weaving-through-traffic-before-arrest/article_c84c3b1a-c058-11ee-a93a-5734e81d8ca6.html

18 U.S. Code § 922 - Unlawful acts | U.S. Code | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/922

Indiana Code § 35-47-2-1.5. Unlawful Carrying of a Handgun

https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/2022/title-35/article-47/chapter-2/section-35-47-2-1-5/

United States v. Rahimi - SCOTUSblog

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/united-states-v-rahimi/

Clark Neily on X

https://twitter.com/conlawwarrior/status/1764093590601380048?s=43

probable cause | Wex | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/probable_cause

Episode 51. What is The Second Amendment? - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nk4b1mXcQ-0

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Episode 105. From Beat Cop to Ballot Box: Mike ter Maat’s Libertarian Campaign for President

In this episode, Mike ter Maat, a Libertarian candidate for president of the United States, discusses his campaign and his ideas for police reform and criminal justice reform. He emphasizes the need for a principles-forward and professional campaign that differentiates the Libertarian party from Republicans and Democrats. Mike proposes sunsetting qualified immunity and requiring police officers to carry liability insurance as a way to hold them accountable and foster transparency. He also advocates for more competition and choice in policing by allowing communities to hire private sector organizations. Overall, Mike aims to change police culture and improve the relationship between law enforcement and communities. In this conversation, Mike ter Maat discusses the challenges of reforming police training, the issues surrounding no-knock warrants, and the failures of the war on drugs. He emphasizes the importance of political leadership and community involvement in shaping law enforcement policies. Mike also highlights the negative impact of bad public policy on society and advocates for individual liberty and personal responsibility. He concludes by inviting listeners to explore his campaign website and engage with the Libertarian Intelligence System application (LISA), an AI bot designed to promote libertarian ideas.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:01 Mike's Campaign for Presidency

06:40 Importance of Police Reform in Presidential Campaigns

09:45 The President's Role in Criminal Justice and Police Reform

13:52 Sunsetting Qualified Immunity and Liability Insurance for Police Officers

31:19 The Issue of Qualified Immunity

38:36 The Challenges of Reforming Police Training

43:04 No-Knock Warrants

51:58 The War on Drugs

01:06:42 The Impact of Bad Public Policy

01:09:23 Closing Remarks and Plugging Campaign

Resources:

Police & Justice Reform - Mike ter Maat Campaign

https://miketermaat.com/issues/police-and-justice-reform/

About The Campaign - Mike ter Maat Campaign

https://miketermaat.com/about-the-campaign/

Mike ter Maat - Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/mike.termaat.7311/

Mike ter Maat (@terMaatMike) / X

https://twitter.com/terMaatMike

Mike ter Maat - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8-rRseTINKUPYes8QUFZw

Mike ter Maat (@mike.termaat) - Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/mike.termaat

Home - The Gold New Deal

https://goldnewdeal.org/

LISA | Libertarian Intelligence System Application

https://libertarianintelligence.org/

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MiketerMaat

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Episode 104. NRA Jury Verdict in New York Corruption Case

In this episode, Alex Ooley provides an update on the trial against the NRA in New York. He shares quotes on freedom and discusses the power of thoughts and the consequences of absurd beliefs. Alex questions the authority and effectiveness of lockdowns during the pandemic. He delves into the details of the NRA lawsuit, bankruptcy, and the revelations of corruption within the organization. The jury verdict and damages are discussed, as well as the NRA's response and reform efforts. The next phase of the case and the hope for the NRA's reform are also highlighted.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Trial Update

01:11 Quotes on Freedom

03:05 Questioning Authority and Lockdowns

04:33 Consequences of Absurd Beliefs

05:02 NRA Lawsuit and Bankruptcy

08:41 Trial Proceedings and Verdict

10:43 Revelations of Corruption within NRA

12:17 Jury Verdict and Damages

25:13 Next Phase of the Case

27:01 Hope for NRA's Reform

Resources:

Attorney General James Wins Trial Against NRA and Wayne LaPierre

https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2024/attorney-general-james-wins-trial-against-nra-and-wayne-lapierre

About Us – NRA in Danger

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/about/

NY Vs. NRA: The Verdict – NRA in Danger

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/02/23/ny-vs-nra-the-verdict/

NY V. NRA: Another Day of Trial, With Exhibits – NRA in Danger

https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/01/30/ny-v-nra-another-day-of-trial-with-exhibits/

Exhibits

https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/nyscef/ViewDocument?docIndex=VTonmjW0G0CNRFaHm_PLUS_0nMw==

The Jury Has Returned With A Guilty Verdict – (John Richardson: Only Guns and Money)

https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/02/23/the-jury-has-returned-with-a-guilty-verdict.html

NRA Responds to New York Trial Verdict; Decision Validates NRA’s Position Regarding Wrongdoing by Certain Vendors and Insiders | National Rifle Association

https://home.nra.org/statements/nra-responds-to-new-york-trial-verdict-decision-validates-nra-s-position-regarding-wrongdoing-by-certain-vendors-and-insiders/

Erik Uebelacker on X

https://twitter.com/Uebey/status/1761159660696940851?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1761159660696940851%7Ctwgr%5E008277d022242c29a0f269c003a917c5ec90a6cd%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fonlygunsandmoney.com%2F2024%2F02%2F23%2Fthe-jury-has-returned-with-a-guilty-verdict.html

New York jury finds Wayne LaPierre misappropriated NRA funds, cost group $5.4 million | Courthouse News Service

https://www.courthousenews.com/nyc-jury-finds-wayne-lapierre-misappropriated-nra-funds-owes-more-than-4-4-million/

Wayne LaPierre testifies he took ‘all-business’ safaris on the NRA’s dime | Courthouse News Service

https://www.courthousenews.com/wayne-lapierre-details-all-business-safaris-he-took-on-the-nras-dime/

NRA Elections | The Firearms Coalition (Jeff Knox)

https://firearmscoalition.org/nra-elections-3/

Jeff Knox (Episode 64)

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l5MMhGXc4yE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRfrssgmQl4

Breaking: NRA & Wayne LaPierre Defeated In New York - What You Need To Know! - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vm8bxySuFEg

NRA, Wayne LaPierre found liable in lawsuit over lavish spending | AP News

https://apnews.com/article/nra-wayne-lapierre-trial-ruling-d4d9b950ee2cbd63380826eb2bf210e6

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Episode 103. Problem-Solving Courts: A Critical Examination with Judge Houchin

In this episode, Judge Dustin Houchin discusses problem solving courts. He highlights the lack of empirical evidence supporting these courts. Judge Houchin also raises concerns about the separation of powers, as problem solving courts blur the lines between the judiciary and other branches of government. He argues that the judge's role in these courts undermines their neutrality and detachment.

Additionally, he addresses the perverse incentives created by problem solving courts. This conversation explores the creation and motivations behind problem-solving courts, the financial incentives, the influence of corporate interests, the violation of the separation of powers, and the alternative of retributive theory. The conversation highlights the lack of solid evidence supporting the efficacy of problem-solving courts and the potential dangers of their implementation.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction of Judge Dustin Houchin

01:31 Problem Solving Courts and their Purpose

06:23 Different Perspectives on Drug Offenses

08:48 Effectiveness of Problem Solving Courts

10:37 Lack of Evidence for the Effectiveness of Problem Solving Courts

14:32 Methodological Problems in Studies on Problem Solving Courts

20:10 Creation and Implementation of Problem Solving Courts

22:59 Separation of Powers and Problem Solving Courts

26:37 Judicial Role in Problem Solving Courts

29:41 Enabling Behavior in Problem Solving Courts

32:12 Adversarial Process and Separation of Powers

34:38 Intrusion and Perverse Incentives in Problem Solving Courts

35:08 Judges' Role in Policy Making and Policing

39:36 Judges' Motivations for Creating Problem-Solving Courts

44:24 Financial Incentives and Job Concerns

47:12 Corporate Interests and Lack of Government Oversight

52:07 The Compassion Industrial Complex

56:29 Violation of Separation of Powers

59:19 Retributive Theory as an Alternative

01:01:59 Judex Substack

Resources:

Judex | Dustin Houchin | Substack

https://judex.substack.com/p/problem-courts?publication_id=1153073&post_id=141673914&isFreemail=true&r=2gxwto

The Problem of Problem-Solving Courts by Erin Collins :: SSRN

https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3492003

Problem-Solving Courts: Fighting Crime by Treating the Offender

https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/problem-solving-courts-fighting-crime-treating-offender

Episode 27. Crime and Punishment - A Retributive Theory of Justice with Judge Dustin Houchin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJ3MIx-xcD4

Judex re Retributive Theory

https://judex.substack.com/p/retributive-justice?publication_id=1153073&post_id=110669882&isFreemail=true

https://judex.substack.com/p/retribution-and-status?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1153073&post_id=123168921&isFreemail=true&utm_medium=email

https://judex.substack.com/p/retribution-and-drug-crimes?utm_source=%2Fsearch%2Fretribution&utm_medium=reader2

The Contender - Erin Houchin

https://erinhouchin.substack.com/p/welcome-to-the-contender

The Contender with Erin Houchin | Podcast

https://open.spotify.com/show/31fWKKIup2NxoQaJAqfzNJ

C.S. Lewis Quote

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/526469-of-all-tyrannies-a-tyranny-sincerely-exercised-for-the-good

Federalist 51 (James Madison)

https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Madison/01-10-02-0279

Federalist 78 (Alexander Hamilton)

https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Hamilton/01-04-02-0241

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Episode 102. Test Your Knowledge of U.S. Gun Laws

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses a quiz on US gun laws published by The Trace, an organization that promotes gun control. The host acknowledges the bias in the quiz but finds it instructive. The quiz covers topics such as background checks, private sellers, failing a background check, psychological evaluations, timeframes for background checks, training courses for concealed carry, permitless carry, registration of pistols, ownership of certain weapons, minimum age for AR-15 ownership, federal regulators and recalls, and lawsuits against manufacturers. The host provides explanations and critiques for each question, highlighting the importance of individual rights and the potential dangers of gun control measures.

Takeaways

The quiz on US gun laws published by The Trace is biased but provides insight into the perspective of gun control organizations.

Universal background checks may not effectively reduce crime and can lead to universal registration, which is a step towards confiscation.

Requiring training or permits for the exercise of the right to bear arms infringes on individual liberties.

The Protection of Lawful Commerce and Arms Act protects gun manufacturers from lawsuits related to the criminal or unlawful use of firearms.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:38 Question 1: Background Checks

09:29 Question 2: Private Sellers

13:45 Question 3: Failing a Background Check

16:45 Question 4: Psychological Evaluation

18:28 Question 5: Timeframe for Background Check

21:00 Question 6: Training Course for Concealed Carry

24:24 Question 7: Permitless Carry

25:30 Question 8: Registration of Pistols

27:13 Question 9: Ownership of Certain Weapons

29:34 Question 10: Minimum Age for AR-15 Ownership

33:31 Question 11: Federal Regulators and Recalls

36:21 Question 12: Lawsuits Against Manufacturers

39:29 Conclusion

Resources:

The Trace:

Quiz: https://www.thetrace.org/2024/02/gun-regulation-america-background-check/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Trace_(website)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Everytown_for_Gun_Safety

https://www.thetrace.org/about-the-trace/

https://www.thetrace.org/donor-financial-transparency/

David Yamane:

https://twitter.com/davidyamane/status/1757106563762815123

https://gunculture2point0.wordpress.com/2023/05/27/the-road-ahead-2023/

https://www.amazon.com/Gun-Curious-Professors-Surprising-Americas/dp/1476695873

https://guncurious.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Concealed-Carry-Revolution-Liberalizing-America/dp/096003837X/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=ystig&content-id=amzn1.sym.cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_p=cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_r=130-7501097-1279548&pd_rd_wg=VPcRU&pd_rd_r=9ffe6aed-822f-48b3-9be6-3fa587f53127&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk

https://gunculture2point0.wordpress.com/2023/09/28/my-podcast-appearances-cumulative-list-and-links/

https://gunculture2point0.wordpress.com/2020/07/08/gun-culture-2-0-or-how-a-liberal-professor-became-an-armed-american/

https://www.youtube.com/@LightOverHeat

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyjApAbUX-4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Klzj2bVmxDk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFJfjI8tQhc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uNEJ-SDIPg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTCUXbJaEL4

Crime Prevention Research Center (John Lott):

https://crimeresearch.org/

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Episode 101. After Covid: Twelve Challenges for a Shattered World by Jeffrey Tucker

In this episode, host Alex Ooley shares an article by Jeffrey Tucker titled 'After COVID: 12 Challenges for a Shattered World.' The article highlights the need for a new citizen movement that rejects the authoritarianism and compulsion of the pandemic response. It discusses the successes and failures of the resistance, the issues of tech surveillance and censorship, the impact on money and banking, business enterprise, regulatory capture, public health, educational institutions, the deep state, crime and war, immigration, shattered lives, the history of the response, and the use of force as a policy tool. The episode emphasizes the importance of learning from the lessons of the pandemic and working towards a society that values voluntary interaction and minimizes the use of violence and force.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:08 The Need for a New Citizen Movement

04:10 Successes and Failures of the Resistance

06:05 Tech Surveillance and Censorship

09:01 Money and Banking

11:10 Impact on Business Enterprise

12:03 Regulatory Capture

13:13 Public Health

16:16 Educational Institutions

17:43 The Deep State

19:14 Crime and War

22:08 Immigration

23:29 Shattered Lives

25:12 The History of the Response

27:10 Force as a Policy Tool

29:35 Conclusion

Resources:

After Covid: Twelve Challenges for a Shattered World ⋆ Brownstone Institute

https://brownstone.org/articles/after-covid-twelve-challenges-for-shattered-world/

Jeffrey A. Tucker, Author at Brownstone Institute

https://brownstone.org/author/jeffrey-tucker/

Links to Show:

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Podcast:

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Episode 59. Is a "Liberty Safe" Good for Liberty or Safety? Plus, New Mexico Governor Must Be Stopped

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss the recent controversy surrounding Liberty Safe and their disclosure of a customer’s combination to the FBI. They also discuss the 30-day suspension of the Constitution by the tyrant governor of New Mexico.

Resources:

Liberty Safe:

https://www.libertysafe.com/collections/presidential/products/presidential-25#description

https://twitter.com/hodgetwins/status/1698854092792070382?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1698854092792070382%7Ctwgr%5Eb3174de9428f3382ebc53ef2f8cd0166c331573c%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbearingarms.com%2Franjit-singh%2F2023%2F09%2F06%2Fis-liberty-safe-with-liberty-safe-n74510

https://twitter.com/Mrgunsngear/status/1699596680474071292

https://twitter.com/libertysafeinc/status/1699245595867971969

https://twitter.com/johnbryanesq/status/1699374297167397190?s=10

https://twitter.com/libertysafeinc/status/1699606598669459680

https://twitter.com/fourboxesdiner/status/1700118148907716813

https://twitter.com/Guns_Gadgets/status/1699404593958879618

https://twitter.com/hodgetwins/status/1699848599503339560

https://twitter.com/collinrugg/status/1699455774576324740?s=42

https://twitter.com/2aHistory/status/1699513964558733334

https://www.ledger.com/academy/not-your-keys-not-your-coins-why-it-matters

https://www.justice.gov/usao-dc/pr/arkansas-man-arrested-felony-and-misdemeanor-charges-actions-during-jan-6-capitol-breach

https://www.justice.gov/usao-dc/press-release/file/1594191/download

https://blog.tenthamendmentcenter.com/2022/04/an-act-against-the-constitution-is-void/

https://blog.tenthamendmentcenter.com/2023/09/acts-against-the-constitution-are-void/

New Mexico Governor Goes Full Tyrant:

https://twitter.com/Mrgunsngear/status/1700481855991017715

https://twitter.com/Mrgunsngear/status/1700499161982935341

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Episode 58. The War on Drugs Is a War on Freedom

Alex Ooley discusses an article by David Gordon and a book by Laurence Vance called The War on Drugs is a War on Freedom.

Resources:

The War on Drugs is a War on Freedom:

https://mises.org/library/war-drugs-war-freedom

Electronic Frontier Foundation:

https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2014/10/peekaboo-i-see-you-government-uses-authority-meant-terrorism-other-uses

Patriot Act Used for Drug War:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/blogpost/post/patriot-act-used-to-fight-more-drug-dealers-than-terrorists/2011/09/07/gIQAcmEBAK_blog.html

https://nymag.com/news/9-11/10th-anniversary/patriot-act/

https://www.motherjones.com/kevin-drum/2014/10/patriot-act-warrants-used-more-drugs-terrorism/

The Conservative Drug War Creed:

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2018/06/laurence-m-vance/the-conservative-drug-war-creed/

FISA Courts:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Foreign_Intelligence_Surveillance_Court

Related Forge of Freedom episodes:

Episode 3. The Forge of Freedom – The War on Drugs - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivj3cL7O7B8&list=PL6_liiJJ_k4OeOjgXa1hiD_eyrpiwDf3r&index=53

Episode 14. The Forge of Freedom – Positive & Negative Rights - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkPhL_mZeA4

Episode 22. Vices Are Not Crimes - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2hSo46J3NU

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

freedom #liberty #2a #selfownership #drugwar #warondrugs #tyranny #terrorism

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Episode 57. ATF Proposed Rule on Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Dealer in Firearms

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss the ATF’s new proposed rule addressing what it means to be “engaged in the business” of dealing firearms.

Resources:

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Another Life-Saving Step to Keep Guns Out of Dangerous Hands | The White House

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/08/31/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-takes-another-life-saving-step-to-keep-guns-out-of-dangerous-hands/

Justice Department Proposes New Regulation to Update Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Firearms Dealer | Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

https://www.atf.gov/news/pr/justice-department-proposes-new-regulation-update-definition-engaged-business-firearms

Definition of "Engaged in the Business" as a Dealer in Firearms - atf_eib_nprm_-_engaged_in_the_business_as_a_dealer_in_firearms.pdf

https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/docs/rulemaking/atf-eib-nprm-engaged-business-dealer-firearms/download

Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Dealer in Firearms | Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

https://www.atf.gov/firearms/definition-engaged-business-dealer-firearms

The Gun Show Loophole Myth: New Bureau of Justice Statistics Survey on the Sources of Criminal Guns confirms very few Criminals get guns from gun shows

https://crimeresearch.org/2019/01/the-gun-show-loophole-myth-new-bureau-of-justice-statistics-survey-on-the-sources-of-criminal-guns-confirms-very-few-criminals-get-guns-from-gun-shows/

Second Treatise of Government by John Locke

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Two-Treatises-of-Government

https://www.gutenberg.org/files/7370/7370-h/7370-h.htm

http://www.thegunmag.com/atf-proposes-rulemaking-to-define-engaged-in-the-business/

https://www.atf.gov/firearms/federal-firearms-licenses

https://regulations.atf.gov/478-11/2019-24570#478-11-p432088716-b

https://www.atf.gov/resource-center/how-become-federal-firearms-licensee-10-easy-steps

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Firearms_License

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bureau_of_Alcohol,_Tobacco,_Firearms_and_Explosives

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Department_of_Justice

https://www.atf.gov/resource-center/federal-rulemaking-process

https://www.federalregister.gov/uploads/2011/01/the_rulemaking_process.pdf

https://www.nssf.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/NSSF-factsheet-Engagedinthebusiness.pdf

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipartisan_Safer_Communities_Act

https://ballotpedia.org/Bipartisan_Safer_Communities_Act_of_2022

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2938/text?r=5&s=1

Chevron deference | Wex | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/chevron_deference

Patriot Act used to fight more drug dealers than terrorists - The Washington Post

https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/blogpost/post/patriot-act-used-to-fight-more-drug-dealers-than-terrorists/2011/09/07/gIQAcmEBAK_blog.html

Patriot Act

https://nymag.com/news/9-11/10th-anniversary/patriot-act/

PATRIOT Act Warrants Used More For Drugs Than For Terrorism – Mother Jones

https://www.motherjones.com/kevin-drum/2014/10/patriot-act-warrants-used-more-drugs-terrorism/

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Episode 56. “Don’t Tread on Me” - What is the Gadsden Flag?

Alex Ooley discusses a recent incident in Colorado involving the censorship of a symbol of freedom – the Gadsden Flag. A 12-year-old boy at the Vanguard School in Colorado Springs, Colorado was removed from class for displaying a Gadsden Flag patch on his backpack.

Resources:

Connor Boyack on X: "Meet 12yo Jaiden who was kicked out of class yesterday in Colorado Springs for having a Gadsden flag patch…”

https://twitter.com/cboyack/status/1696508336345153691?s=42

The Tuttle Twins and the Creature from Jekyll Island - The Tuttle Twins

https://tuttletwins.com/product/the-tuttle-twins-and-the-creature-from-jekyll-island/?

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest - Outdoor Safety & Ethics

https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/wallowa-whitman/learning/safety-ethics/?cid=stelprdb5228184

The Rattlesnake as a Symbol of America - by Benjamin Franklin

https://www.greatseal.com/symbols/rattlesnake.html

Connor Boyack on X: "No surprise at all that @cnn and @MSNBC have zero articles or mentions of Jaiden, gadsden flag, etc. from this week. Totally ignored the story…

https://twitter.com/cboyack/status/1697589611693023703

Colorado Springs boy not backing down from wearing symbolic patch to school

https://www.koaa.com/news/covering-colorado/colorado-springs-mom-says-son-kicked-out-of-class-over-gadsden-flag-patch

Colorado Boy Removed From School Over “Don’t Tread on Me” Patch

https://reason.com/2023/08/29/jaiden-colorado-gadsden-flag-dont-tread-on-me-school/

John F. TINKER and Mary Beth Tinker, Minors, etc., et al., Petitioners, v. DES MOINES INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT et al. | Supreme Court | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/393/503

After going viral, Colorado Springs school says student can display Gadsden flag | Education | gazette.com

https://gazette.com/news/colorado-springs-school-video-goes-viral-district-responds/article_a66f892f-002b-5327-b733-79cf0fe1f810.html

Connor Boyack on X: "We won! #JusticeForJaiden”

https://twitter.com/cboyack/status/1696693472533635562

The U.S. Navy’s Jack

https://www.history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/heritage/banners/usnavy-jack.html

Connor Boyack on X: #BeLikeJaiden

https://twitter.com/cboyack/status/1696987301920878956?s=42

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freedom #liberty #1A #freespeech #dontreadonme #tyranny #control #censorship #BenjaminFranklin #GadsdenFlag #liveandletlive #BeLikeJaiden

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Episode 55. Red Flag Laws: A Threat to the Constitution and Individual Liberty

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss the dangers of “Red Flag” laws and why even the best versions of these laws violate the Constitution and threaten individual liberty.

Resources:

SAF Complaint:

https://www.saf.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Willey-v.-Brown-complaint.pdf

Ammoland Article re Capture the Flag:

https://www.ammoland.com/2023/08/second-amendment-foundation-to-target-red-flag-laws-capture-the-flag/#axzz8BQNxCD7h

Department of Defense Defense Science Board (Task Force Report: Predicting Violent Behavior):

https://apps.dtic.mil/dtic/tr/fulltext/u2/a565355.pdf

John Lott (Crime Prevention Research Center):

https://crimeresearch.org/2023/05/talk-on-gun-free-zones-and-red-flag-laws-at-the-annual-nra-convention/

https://crimeresearch.org/2023/04/on-the-simon-conway-show-to-discuss-gun-control-and-red-flag-laws/

4th Amendment to the Constitution:

https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/amendment-4/

5th Amendment to the Constitution:

https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/amendment-5/

Probable Cause:

https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution-conan/amendment-4/probable-cause-requirement

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#freedom #liberty #firearms #ERPO #redflag #Constitution #5A #2A #4A #guns

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Episode 54. Kids Don't Need School

Alex Ooley is joined by Jonathan and Adriana Prescott to discuss their book, Kids Don't Need School: A Radical New Homeschool Plan to Teach Anything, Promote Independent Learning, and Prepare Children for an Uncertain Future.

Resources:

Homeschool Life

https://www.homeschoollife.us/

Homeschool Life on Twitter/X

https://twitter.com/Homeschool_LLC

Kids Don't Need School

https://www.amazon.com/Kids-Dont-Need-School-Independent/dp/B0C2S6QCYF/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=onionskinpres-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=836016b2d48cc8ca64ad66eca057440f&camp=1789&creative=9325

Daniel Mitchell ("More Money for Government Schools =/= Better Education")

https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2023/07/14/more-money-for-government-schools-better-education/

Extracts by Annabel

https://www.extractsbyannabel.com/

Extracts by Annabel on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/people/Extracts-by-Annabel-LLC/100083150927864/?paipv=0&eav=AfYDL94omlZUkeTSVDCt9rXaQ_50datq5hBj3hm5dnJGssU3T6FmbFypC2X2Z4UPBAY&_rdr

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Episode 53. Gun Control and The Arbitrary Definition of “Assault Weapons”

Alex Ooley discusses an exchange in the YouTube comments from Episode 46 in which he discussed the arbitrary definition of so-called “assault weapons” with Stephen Halbrook. The commenter was adamant that gun control is a viable way to improve society. What do you think?

Resources:

Episode 46. America’s Rifle: The Case for the AR-15 by Stephen P. Halbrook - YouTube

https://youtu.be/GMOyQBobOEE?t=481

The Arbitrary Definition of "Assault Weapons" - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sEuALsXHTqM

The Arbitrary Definition of “Assault Weapons” – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/08/06/the-arbitrary-definition-of-assault-weapons/

John R Lott Jr. on X:

https://twitter.com/JohnRLottJr/status/1692966397847261545

Updated: Murder and homicide rates before and after gun bans

https://crimeresearch.org/2016/04/murder-and-homicide-rates-before-and-after-gun-bans/

More Guns, Less Crime: Understanding Crime and Gun Control Laws, Third Edition (Studies in Law and Economics): Lott Jr., John R.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0226493660/ref=nosim/?tag=johnrlotttrip-20

America’s Rifle: The Case for the AR-15 by Stephen Halbrook

https://www.amazon.com/Americas-Rifle-Stephen-P-Halbrook/dp/1637586809/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=america%27s+rifle&qid=1692561352&sprefix=america%27s+rifle%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1

Gun Control in the Third Reich: Disarming the Jews and "Enemies of the State" by Stephen Halbrook

https://www.amazon.com/Gun-Control-Third-Reich-Disarming/dp/1598131621/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=hT650&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=146-3551664-2725638&pd_rd_wg=2hKW3&pd_rd_r=8f532b74-29ef-45e6-8ccf-b0a8402bde0c&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk

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Episode 52. Oliver Anthony's "Rich Men North of Richmond" Goes Viral

Alex Ooley discusses the new viral song, “Rich Men North of Richmond” by Oliver Anthony Music.

Resources:

Oliver Anthony - Rich Men North Of Richmond

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqSA-SY5Hro

It's a pleasure to meet you

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmxyMJd7IQ8

Oliver Anthony, Rich Men North Of Richmond, Live at Morris Farm, Barco, Currituck North Carolina (Outer Banks Adventures)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QKJUlOd6ec

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Episode 51. What is the Second Amendment? (rerun of Episode 9)

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution and the right to keep and bear arms.

Resources:

Heller:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/2007/07-290

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/dc-v-heller/

McDonald:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/2009/08-1521

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/mcdonald-v-city-of-chicago/

Bruen:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/2021/20-843

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/new-york-state-rifle-pistol-association-inc-v-bruen/

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Episode 50. Hannah Arendt’s Chilling Thesis on Evil by Lawrence Reed

Alex Ooley discusses Hannah Arendt’s observations on the nature of evil.

Resources:

https://fee.org/articles/hannah-arendt-s-chilling-thesis-on-evil/

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/111024-those-who-don-t-know-history-are-doomed-to-repeat-it

https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/2023/07/29/government-schools-and-competition/

https://intellectualtakeout.org/2020/08/abolishing-history-from-the-classroom-is-what-got-us-into-this-mess/?fbclid=IwAR32Pm1VUeu3k6VIf1GVjoFFxijdP7dUNPgNEdtZ0sjueJ-4mTm8Z-g6paQ

https://www.nationsreportcard.gov/highlights/ushistory/2022/

Episode 40. Are We Good Enough for Liberty by Lawrence Reed

https://youtu.be/LJC77He8bMo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDO5u2YSbm0

https://www.amazon.com/Why-Read-Hannah-Arendt-Now/dp/1509528601/ref=sr_1_16?crid=14ZKM6CJBVUHX&keywords=hannah+arendt&qid=1658944224&s=books&sprefix=hannah+arendt%2Cstripbooks%2C216&sr=1-16

https://www.amazon.com/Eichmann-in-Jerusalem-audiobook/dp/B004VNXBVC/ref=sr_1_5?crid=14ZKM6CJBVUHX&keywords=hannah+arendt&qid=1658944410&s=books&sprefix=hannah+arendt%2Cstripbooks%2C216&sr=1-5

https://aeon.co/ideas/what-did-hannah-arendt-really-mean-by-the-banality-of-evil

https://fee.org/articles/the-two-monsters-of-the-french-revolution-who-were-consumed-by-power-and-lost-their-heads-on-the-same-day/

https://fee.org/articles/what-the-nazis-had-in-common-with-every-other-collectivist-regime-in-the-20th-century/

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Episode 49. What You Should Know About OC Spray (aka Pepper Spray)

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, for Monday Gun Day to discuss a non-lethal use of force option, OC spray, often called “pepper” spray.

Resources:

Massad Ayoob:

https://www.backwoodshome.com/blogs/MassadAyoob/important-points-on-pepper-spray/?mc_cid=e895af49c9&mc_eid=123ad7c33f

Chuck Haggard:

https://www.recoilweb.com/how-to-pepper-spray-139086.html

Sabre:

https://www.sabrered.com/pepper-spray/sabre-pepper-spray-finger-grip-and-key-ring

Pom:

https://pompepperspray.com/products/pom-clip-model

Fighting Through Pepper Spray (Greg Ellifritz):

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/fighting-through-pepper-spray

How to Choose and Use Pepper Spray (Greg Ellifritz):

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/pepper-spray-how-to-choose-it-and-how-to-use-it

Defeating Pepper Spray (Greg Ellifritz):

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/your-tactical-training-scenario-defeating-pepper-spray

Lessons from Successful Use of Pepper Spray (Greg Ellifritz):

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/lessons-learned-from-a-successful-use-of-pepper-spray

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Episode 48. 7 Habits of Highly Effective Libertarians by Jeffrey Tucker

Alex Ooley shares an article by Jeffrey Tucker called the “7 Habits of Highly Effective Libertarians.”

Resources:

https://fee.org/articles/7-habits-of-highly-effective-libertarians/

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Episode 47. Massad Ayoob’s 10 Commandments for Concealed Carry – Part 2 (Monday Gun Day)

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, for Monday Gun Day to discuss Massad Ayoob’s 10 Commandments for Concealed Carry

Resources:

Massad Ayoob:

https://massadayoobgroup.com/events/

Deadly Force by Massad Ayoob

https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Force-Understanding-Right-Defense/dp/1440240612/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=deadly+force+massad+ayoob&qid=1689448435&sprefix=deadly+force%252Caps%252C114&sr=8-2&_encoding=UTF8&tag=oggl-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=d08eb805b594ef30576d86791c71b354&camp=1789&creative=9325

John Lott (Crime Prevention Research Center):

https://crimeresearch.org/

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Show Notes:   Episode 46. America’s Rifle: The Case for the AR-15 by Stephen P. Halbrook   Alex Ooley is joined by Stephen Halbrook to discuss his book, America’s Rifle: The Case for the AR-15.   Stephen P. Halbrook is a Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute. He has taught legal and political philosophy at George Mason University, Howard University, and Tuskegee Institute, and he received his J.D. from the Georgetown University Law Center and Ph.D. in social philosophy from Florida State University.   The winner of three cases before the U.S. Supreme Court (Printz v. United States, United States v. Thompson/Center Arms Company, and Castillo v. United States), he has testified before the Subcommittee on the Constitution of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senate Subcommittee on the Constitution, Subcommittee on Crime of the House Judiciary Committee, Senate Governmental Affairs Committee, and House Committee on the District of Columbia.   Resources:   America’s Rifle: The Case for the AR-15 by Stephen P. Halbrook https://stephenhalbrook.com/books/americas-rifle/   The Volokh Conspiracy at Reason.com https://reason.com/search/halbrook/   Amazon link to America’s Rifle: The Case for the AR-15 by Stephen P. Halbrook https://www.amazon.com/Americas-Rifle-Stephen-P-Halbrook/dp/1637586809?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=oggl-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=658e5bfd94edefad7d161e007581a183&camp=1789&creative=9325   Independent Institute https://www.independent.org/aboutus/person_detail.asp?id=517   Stephen Halbrook – Resume` https://stephenhalbrook.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Resume-Halbrook.pdf   Federalist Society https://fedsoc.org/contributors/stephen-halbrook   Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Halbrook  

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Episode 45. Massad Ayoob’s 10 Commandments for Concealed Carry - Part 1 (Monday Gun Day)

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, for Monday Gun Day to discuss Massad Ayoob’s 10 Commandments for Concealed Carry

Resources:

Massad Ayoob:

https://massadayoobgroup.com/events/

Deadly Force by Massad Ayoob

https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Force-Understanding-Right-Defense/dp/1440240612/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=deadly+force+massad+ayoob&qid=1689448435&sprefix=deadly+force%252Caps%252C114&sr=8-2&_encoding=UTF8&tag=oggl-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=d08eb805b594ef30576d86791c71b354&camp=1789&creative=9325

John Lott (Crime Prevention Research Center):

https://crimeresearch.org/

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Episode 44. What is the Anti-Commandeering Doctrine?

Alex Ooley discusses the anti-commandeering doctrine and the importance of this concept for the limitation of federal government power.

Resources:

https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/2021/01/04/the-anti-commandeering-doctrine-an-introduction/

https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/

https://constitution.congress.gov/browse/essay/amdt10-4-2/ALDE_00013627/

https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution-conan/amendment-10/tenth-amendment-commandeering-prohibitions

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Printz_v._United_States

https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/521/898/

https://www.casebriefs.com/blog/law/constitutional-law/constitutional-law-keyed-to-sullivan/the-commerce-power/printz-v-united-states-3/

https://www.oyez.org/cases/1996/95-1478

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Halbrook

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McDonald_v._City_of_Chicago

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/District_of_Columbia_v._Heller

https://stephenhalbrook.com/

https://www.independent.org/aboutus/person_detail.asp?id=517

https://fedsoc.org/contributors/stephen-halbrook

https://mises.org/wire/local-nullification-way-fight-both-state-and-federal-despots

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Episode 43. Aftermath of Self-Defense: Post Critical Incident Psychological Trauma (Monday Gun Day)

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, for Monday Gun Day to discuss the psychological symptoms that you may experience in the aftermath of a self-defense incident.

Resources:

Massad Ayoob:

https://massadayoobgroup.com/events/

Deadly Force by Massad Ayoob

https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Force-Understanding-Right-Defense/dp/1440240612/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=deadly+force+massad+ayoob&qid=1689448435&sprefix=deadly+force%252Caps%252C114&sr=8-2&_encoding=UTF8&tag=oggl-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=d08eb805b594ef30576d86791c71b354&camp=1789&creative=9325

Armed Citizen’s Legal Defense Network (ACLDN):

https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/

https://www.emdr.com/

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22641-emdr-therapy

https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/let-them-go-dont-use-deadly-force-to-defend-your-property/

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Episode 42. Wickard v. Filburn – One of the Worst Supreme Court Cases

Alex Ooley discusses Wickard v. Filburn, separation of powers, and the limited powers that Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution grants to Congress.

Resources:

https://fee.org/articles/wickard-v-filburn-the-supreme-court-case-that-gave-the-federal-government-nearly-unlimited-power/

https://www.amazon.com/Politically-Incorrect-Guide-Constitution-Guides/dp/1596985054/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3D277708788O&keywords=politically+incorrect+guide+constitution&qid=1689286421&sprefix=politically+incorrect+guide+constitution%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-1

https://fee.org/articles/why-fdr-banned-the-sale-of-sliced-bread-during-world-war-ii/

https://www.amazon.com/Dirty-Dozen-Radically-Expanded-Government-ebook/dp/B004XMT2P0?keywords=levy+mellor&sprefix=levy+mellor,digital-text,95&linkCode=sl1&tag=substackmil0f-20&linkId=8f6b697ebeadb07c16367dd4980694f2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

https://www.amazon.com/Who-Killed-Constitution-Government-American/dp/0307405761/ref=sr_1_1?crid=35UGCAP1EGTYA&keywords=who+killed+the+constitution&qid=1689286363&sprefix=who+killed+the+constitution%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1

https://law.justia.com/constitution/us/article-3/23-judicial-review.html#1

https://mises.org/wire/constitutional-law-supposed-be-different

https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/article-1/

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/law_students/resources/on-demand/quimbee-wickard-v-filburn/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wickard_v._Filburn

https://constitutioncenter.org/the-constitution/supreme-court-case-library/wickard-v-filburn

https://mises.org/library/court-federalism-and-free-market

https://mises.org/wire/constitutional-law-supposed-be-different

https://www.jonathangullible.com/_files/ugd/49a1a6_3cd6c8fda2dd457092f01bb0f6a0e898.pdf

https://mises.org/library/judge-napolitano-worst-supreme-court-decisions

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Episode 41. Interaction with Responding Law Enforcement Officers After Self-Defense (Monday Gun Day)

Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, for Monday Gun Day to discuss how to interact with responding law enforcement officers after a self-defense incident. Do you say a little, or do you simply invoke your right to remain silent?

Deadly Force: Understanding Your Right to Self-Defense, 2nd edition

https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Force-Understanding-Right-Self-Defense-dp-1951115856/dp/1951115856/ref=dp_ob_title_bk

AFTERMATH: Lessons In-Self Defense: What To Expect When the Shooting Stops

https://www.amazon.com/AFTERMATH-Lessons-Self-Defense-Shooting/dp/1511434651/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3RRYIX9YQV8VU&keywords=aftermath+jim+fleming&qid=1688924374&sprefix=aftermath+jim+fleming%2Caps%2C95&sr=8-1

Don’t Talk to the Police by James Duane

https://youtu.be/d-7o9xYp7eE

Debunking “Don’t Talk to the Police” by Andrew Branca

https://legalinsurrection.com/2014/10/debunking-dont-talk-to-police/

Free Pocket Constitution

https://lp.hillsdale.edu/free-pocket-constitution/

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

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Episode 40. Are We Good Enough for Liberty? by Lawrence Reed

Alex Ooley is joined by Lawrence (“Larry”) Reed to discuss Reed’s book, Are We Good Enough for Liberty?, and the importance of character to the preservation of liberty.

Lawrence Reed:

https://www.lawrencewreed.com/

Are We Good Enough for Liberty?:

https://fee.org/resources/are-we-good-enough-for-liberty/

https://fee.org/media/32960/good-enough-for-liberty-revised-final-1.pdf

“Spreading Freedom to the World”:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7RJcAdDHZE

Other Links:

https://fee.org/people/lawrence-w-reed/

https://fee.org/articles/wanted-moral-courage/

https://fee.org/resources/blinking-lights-project/

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

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Episode 39. Safety After Self-Defense (Monday Gun Day)

Alex Ooley is joined by Mike Ooley for Monday Gun Day to discuss how to navigate the safety concerns you might encounter after a self-defense incident.

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/post-shooting-procedures-for-the-active-killer-gunfight?fbclid=IwAR0-5NP04iie7PL55-KZ2faVi7ornjFtbFiaeRDgZe-MXO5qNV2qaXq68c8

https://thereload.com/lawsuit-targets-police-who-killed-armed-citizen-who-stopped-active-shooter/

https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Force-Understanding-Right-Defense/dp/1440240612/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1QJ6LKRMORWWU&keywords=deadly+force&qid=1688304069&sprefix=deadly+force%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-3

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

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Episode 38. Tactical First Aid and System Collapse Medicine

Alex Ooley is joined by Mrs. Forge of Freedom, Whitney, to discuss “Tactical First Aid and System Collapse Medicine,” a class they took with Greg Ellifritz from Active Response Training.

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/upcoming-classes

https://www.narescue.com/tccc

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.

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Episode 37. 911 Call After Self-Defense (Monday Gun Day)

Alex Ooley is joined by Mike Ooley for Monday Gun Day to discuss how to handle the 911 call after self-defense.

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Episode 36. You Matter - Your Personal Health Revolution

In this episode, Alex is joined by Melissa Campbell and David Hildebrand, the authors of You Matter – Your Personal Health Revolution. We sift through a lot of the distractions preventing you from achieving a healthy, happy, and purposeful approach to your body and your life.

Don’t miss this discussion, and be sure to grab a copy of their book.

Resources:

You Matter: Your Personal Health Revolution (on Amazon)

https://www.amazon.com/You-Matter-Melissa-Campbell/dp/1645750620/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

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Episode 35. Beginner's Guide to Accessories for Your Self-Defense Handgun (Monday Gun Day)

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss selecting accessories for your self-defense handgun.

Resources:

Galco: https://www.galcogunleather.com/

Vedder: https://www.vedderholsters.com/

T-Rex: https://www.trex-arms.com/product-category/holster-categories/

Comp-Tac: https://www.comp-tac.com/

Aholster: https://aholster.com/

Safariland: https://safariland.com/pages/holster-finder#/

Crossbreed: https://www.crossbreedholsters.com/

UpLULA: https://www.midwayusa.com/product/2136952670/

Striker Control Device: https://langdontactical.com/glock-striker-control-device-scd/

Lucky Gunner: https://www.luckygunner.com/lounge/

Greg Ellifritz: https://www.activeresponsetraining.net

Flashlight: https://www.brownells.com/gear/tactical-gear/flashlights-accessories/microstream-flashlight/

Targets: https://www.brownells.com/gear/targets/paper-targets/action-pistol-practice-target/

Brownells: https://www.brownells.com/

MidwayUSA range bag: https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1020438366?pid=776487

Stop the Bleed: https://www.stopthebleed.org/

Mountain Man Medical: https://www.mountainmanmedical.com/

Blue Force Gear: https://www.blueforcegear.com/

T.Rex Arms: https://www.trex-arms.com/

Dark Angel Medical: https://darkangelmedical.com/

CAT: https://www.narescue.com/combat-application-tourniquet-c-a-t.html

North American Rescue: https://www.narescue.com/combat-application-tourniquet-c-a-t.html

Warrior Poet Supply Co.: https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/medical/

ASP Trauma Kit: https://activeselfprotection.com/shop/asp-belt-trauma-kit/

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Episode 34. The Homesteading Festival at Hardison Mill - A Conversation with First-Time Visitors

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by three very special guests to discuss their first time attending The Homesteading Festival at Hardison Mill in Columbia, TN.

Resources:

https://www.hardisonmill.com/thehomesteadfestival

https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadFestival/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAYKgFhz-20u3XcCpH4KtuA

https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadfestival/?hl=en

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Episode 33. Beginner's Guide to Selecting a Handgun for Self-Defense

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss selecting a handgun for self-defense for the beginning shooter.

Resources:

https://www.gunsite.com/classes/250-defensive-pistol-class/

https://www.nssf.org/articles/4-primary-rules-of-firearm-safety/

https://forgeoffreedom.com/nra-basics-of-pistol-shooting/

https://www.luckygunner.com/lounge/handgun-recommendations-new-shooters/

https://www.luckygunner.com/lounge/best-handguns-for-new-shooters-2020/

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Episode 32. Donald Rainwater – Libertarian Candidate for Governor of Indiana

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by Libertarian candidate for governor of Indiana, Donald Rainwater. They discuss libertarianism, taxation, education, administrative reform, and limited government.

Resources:

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/home

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/issues

https://www.rainwaterforindiana.com/education-reform

https://wibc.com/151010/libertarian-donald-rainwater-discusses-his-run-for-governor-of-indiana-in-2024/?mibextid=Zxz2cZ

https://www.facebook.com/rainwater4indiana/posts/pfbid036VH1aWrohLoEfzrqWpETzwRkF6gTychtiwd9N7VrNeQfuH9MtaYeJ4ce2wkbknLrl?notif_id=1683834702920387&notif_t=creators_activity&ref=notif

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Episode 31. ATF Final Rule RE Pistol Stabilizing Braces

In this episode, Alex Ooley provides an update on the ATF Final Rule regarding firearms equipped with pistol stabilizing braces.

Resources:

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/mock

https://assets.nationbuilder.com/firearmspolicycoalition/pages/6710/attachments/original/1685129339/Mock_v_Garland_Order_on_Motion_for_Clarification.pdf?1685129339

https://www.saf.org/federal-judge-clarifies-saf-members-protected-by-pistol-brace-injunction/

https://twitter.com/2AFDN/status/1664051543623049218

https://www.gunowners.org/goa-gof-state-of-texas-secure-preliminary-injunction-against-biden-pistol-brace-ban/

https://www.gunowners.org/wp-content/uploads/Tipton-Order.pdf

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Episode 30. Jeff Cooper and the Combat Triad

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss Jeff Cooper and the Combat Triad.

Resources:

https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Personal-Defense-Jeff-Cooper/dp/1581604955

https://www.outdoorlife.com/guns/self-defense-essentials-combat-triad/

https://activeselfprotection.com/

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/

https://www.nrawomen.com/content/understanding-the-combat-triad/

https://www.gunsite.com/videos/gunsites-combat-triad-mindset/

https://www.gunsite.com/about-lt-col-jeff-cooper/

https://www.americanrifleman.org/content/the-gunsite-legacy/

https://www.molonlabe.net/Commentaries/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Cooper

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gunsite_Academy

https://www.americanrifleman.org/content/jeff-cooper-the-man-behind-the-modern-technique/

https://www.shootingillustrated.com/content/the-combat-triad-a-training-tool-for-personal-defense/

https://gundigest.com/article/firearms-martial-arts-jeff-cooper

https://www.agirlandagun.org/combat-triad/

https://jeffcooperfoundation.org/about-jeff-cooper/

https://gunculture2point0.wordpress.com/2017/12/07/the-combat-triad-how-gunsite-has-changed-its-mindset/

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Episode 29. The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible - A Free Market Odyssey with Ken Schoolland and Aaron Spurling

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by co-host, Aaron Spurling, as well as a special guest, Ken Schoolland, the author of The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible: A Free Market Odyssey, a book that tells the story of a boy who becomes shipwrecked on an unfamiliar island after being swept out to sea in a storm. Having previously lived in a relatively free society, in this new strange land he experiences culture shock as he learns of bewildering laws and traditions of the islands inhabitants. The story highlights the absurdities of the laws, the controls imposed on people's lives, and the economic drawbacks of these laws. The laws highlighted are recognizable as common to many countries throughout the world.

As the story unfolds, the part individuals in society play in political decision-making and personal responsibility is introduced for discussion. As Jonathan meanders on his way around the Isle of Corrumpo, he meets the Food Police, Uncle Samta, the True Believers, the Grand Inquirer and the Democracy Gang along the way - along with many more wacky inhabitants whose strange ideas and even stranger ways Jonathan is challenged to understand and straighten out.

Translated into over 40 languages and 44 published editions, The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible has won numerous awards and has been endorsed by Steve Forbes, Walter Williams, John Stossel, Mark Skousen, and Austrian-School economists and educators throughout the world. The Adventures of Jonathan Gullible has become the classic free-market mix of Frederic Bastiat, Adam Smith, von Mises, and Pat Paulsen.

Milton Friedman, a Nobel Laureate Economist said, “It certainly presents basic economic principles in a very simple and intelligent form. It is an imaginative and very useful (book)!"

Resources:

https://www.jonathangullible.com/_files/ugd/49a1a6_3cd6c8fda2dd457092f01bb0f6a0e898.pdf

https://www.jonathangullible.com/free-book

https://www.jonathangullible.com/single-post/impact-of-jonathan-gullible?fbclid=IwAR3QAZldKEDC6nynFSv-xchCqpxObw7Vna-y5wABreWtRqWVTWXRE_vxJyM

https://www.jonathangullible.com/

https://hpu.edu/faculty/cob/ken-schoolland.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VM74rYzNkGA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9srplWe_QQ

https://www.cobdencentre.org/2017/10/mark-skousens-contributions-to-economics-by-ken-schoolland-hawaii-pacific-university/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0OyKeCKiWc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hiFgt0_wI4

https://store.mises.org/Adventures-of-Jonathan-Gullible-A-Free-Market-Odyssey-P11248.aspx

https://player.vimeo.com/video/766855823

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VeNJ8E8QFc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xc6h8AVkrEI&t=130s

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/86179#CommunityReviews

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Episode 28. Defending Pets: The Legality of Using Force (plus ATF Pistol Brace Final Rule Update)

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to provide a brief update on the ATF pistol brace final rule followed by a discussion of a question that many people ask about,“Are You Justified in Using Force to Defend Your Pets?”

Resources:

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/fifth-circuit-clarifies-that-its-injunction-against-atf-pistol-brace-rule-covers-fpc-s-members

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/mock

https://www.saf.org/saf-wins-preliminary-injunction-in-arm-brace-rule-challenge/

https://www.saf.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Preliminary-Injunction.pdf

https://assets.nationbuilder.com/firearmspolicycoalition/pages/6710/attachments/original/1685129339/Mock_v_Garland_Order_on_Motion_for_Clarification.pdf?1685129339

https://twitter.com/GunFoundation/status/1662239577845686272

https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2023/05/24/arm-brace-ban-rule-blocked/

https://dockets.justia.com/docket/north-dakota/nddce/1:2023cv00024/57801

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Episode 27. Crime and Punishment - A Retributive Theory of Justice with Judge Dustin Houchin

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by Judge Dustin Houchin to discuss the retributive theory of justice.

Resources:

Judge Houchin’s Substack:

https://judex.substack.com/p/retributive-justice?publication_id=1153073&post_id=110669882&isFreemail=true

https://judex.substack.com/p/retribution-and-status?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1153073&post_id=123168921&isFreemail=true&utm_medium=email

Books Recommended by Judge Houchin:

The Status Game by Will Storr

https://www.amazon.com/Status-Game-Human-Life-Play/dp/0008354677/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

12 Rules for Life by Jordan Peterson

https://www.amazon.com/NEW-12-Rules-Life-Lead-Title/dp/B09VMNQKF3/ref=sr_1_2?crid=FH2HTRIQGXVQ&keywords=12+Rules+for+Life+by+Jordan+Peterson&qid=1685139093&s=books&sprefix=12+rules+for+life+by+jordan+peterson%2Cstripbooks%2C132&sr=1-2

Forgiveness and Mercy by Jeffrie Murphy and Jean Hampton

https://www.amazon.com/Forgiveness-Mercy-Cambridge-Studies-Philosophy/dp/0521395674/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3H1L25OCU72TI&keywords=Forgiveness+and+Mercy+by+Jeffrie+Murphy+and+Jean+Hampton&qid=1685139123&s=books&sprefix=forgiveness+and+mercy+by+jeffrie+murphy+and+jean+hampton%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-1

The Punisher's Brain by Morris P. Hoffman

https://www.amazon.com/Punishers-Brain-Evolution-Cambridge-Economics-ebook/dp/B00IO0E7Y8

One Damn Thing After Another by former U.S. Attorney General WIlliam Barr

https://www.amazon.com/One-Damn-Thing-After-Another-ebook/dp/B09QMGH1ZY

Other Articles:

https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/justice-retributive/

https://iep.utm.edu/m-p-puni/

https://iep.utm.edu/punishme/

https://iep.utm.edu/death-penalty-capital-punishment/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retributive_justice

https://mises.org/library/retribution-and-restitution-synthesis-0

https://mises.org/wire/rothbard-and-double-restitution

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Episode 26. Update on Legal Challenge to ATF Final Rule on Pistol Braces

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by attorney and firearms instructor, Mike Ooley, to discuss some updates regarding legal challenges currently pending against the ATF final rule on pistol stabilizing braces.

Resources:

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/mock

https://assets.nationbuilder.com/firearmspolicycoalition/pages/6710/attachments/original/1680190631/Mock_v_Garland_Order_on_Motion_for_Preliminary_Injunction.pdf?1680190631

https://assets.nationbuilder.com/firearmspolicycoalition/pages/6710/attachments/original/1684349595/Mock_v_Garland_Motion_for_Injunction_Pending_Appeal.pdf?1684349595

https://assets.nationbuilder.com/firearmspolicycoalition/pages/6710/attachments/original/1684534170/Mock_v_Garland_Response_to_Motion_for_Injunction_Pending_Appeal.pdf?1684534170

https://firearmslaw.duke.edu/2023/03/litigation-highlight-legal-challenges-to-atf-rule-on-stabilizing-braces/

https://newhampshirebulletin.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Joint-state-lawsuit-against-ATF-pistol-brace-rule.pdf

https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/66802066/firearms-regulatory-accountability-coalition-inc-v-garland/

https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/66802066/7/1/firearms-regulatory-accountability-coalition-inc-v-garland/

https://www.ammoland.com/2023/04/firearms-policy-coalition-loses-bid-to-block-the-pistol-brace-rule/

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Episode 25. Why the Worst Get on Top by F A Hayek

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses a chapter from F.A. Hayek’s book, The Road to Serfdom, where he discusses the natural tendency for the worst among us to seek positions of power.

Resources:

https://intellectualtakeout.org/2017/11/why-the-worst-humans-are-able-to-rise-to-power/

https://fee.org/articles/hayek-was-right-the-worst-do-get-to-the-top/

https://fee.org/resources/the-road-to-serfdom-chapter-10-why-the-worst-get-on-top

https://www.cato.org/people/hayek

https://www.libertarianism.org/publications/essays/worst-top-biography-friedrich-hayek

https://www.cato.org/commentary/road-serfdom-today#

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Episode 24. ATF Pistol Brace Rule

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by Mike Ooley to discuss the ATF Pistol Brace rule and the implications of the rule.

Resources:

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2023-01-31/pdf/2023-01001.pdf

https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/docs/undefined/finalrule2021r-08f508pdf/download

https://www.guntrustlawyer.com/files/2015/02/sb15.pdf

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4E-xzsUkI0&t=81s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHgN3cn-TUo&t=11s

https://www.concealedcarry.com/national/right-to-know-what-is-a-pistol-brace/

https://www.pewpewtactical.com/pistol-braces-and-the-atf/

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/mock

https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/factoring-criteria-firearms-attached-stabilizing-braces

https://www.silencershop.com/blog/post/atf-ruling-pistol-braces-2023

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/fpc-files-new-lawsuit-challenging-atf-pistol-brace-rulemaking

https://www.firearmspolicy.org/mock

https://firearmslaw.duke.edu/2023/03/litigation-highlight-legal-challenges-to-atf-rule-on-stabilizing-braces/

https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/66700926/firearms-regulatory-accountability-coalition-inc-v-garland/?filed_after=&filed_before=&entry_gte=&entry_lte=ℴ_by=desc

https://www.facebook.com/guy.relford/posts/pfbid0UdCM9Bi9uVFmRkTdViSXyCJbP9UHSkhSW6coUMyLA8exAXTBoTSefiiFaGedPL2ml

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Episode 23. Mother's Day and Guardians of the Galaxy

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses Mother’s Day.

Resources:

Gandhi quote:  https://quotefancy.com/quote/22/Mahatma-Gandhi-Be-the-change-you-wish-to-see-in-the-world

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Episode 22. Vices Are Not Crimes

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the work of Lysander Spooner, “Vices Are Not Crimes: A Vindication of Moral Liberty.”

Resources:

https://mises.org/library/vices-are-not-crimes

https://fee.org/articles/vices-are-not-crimes-lysander-spooners-timeless-lesson/

https://cdn.mises.org/vices_are_not_crimes.pdf

Episode 10 re Jury Nullification: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpcWLp46Beg

Spooner re Jury Nullification: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55a3c833e4b07c31913e6eae/t/55a51f4fe4b0db2c664c6d6b/1436884815820/An+Essay+on+the+Trial+by+Jury.pdf

Works by Lysander Spooner: http://www.lysanderspooner.org/works

The Unconstitutionality of Slavery: https://www.amazon.com/Unconstitutionality-Slavery-Annotated-Lysander-Spooner/dp/1729018831

No Treason: The Constitution of No Authority: https://www.amazon.com/No-Treason-Constitution-Authority/dp/1979293074

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Episode 21. Armed School Teachers (with Mike Ooley)

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by his father, Mike Ooley, to discuss new legislation in Indiana that promotes armed teachers in schools. Mike and Alex discuss the legislation along with the benefits of armed teachers and why school corporations should take advantage of this opportunity.

Resources:

HB 1177: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2023/bills/house/1177#document-5a177304

Jim Lucas: https://www.facebook.com/jim.lucas.52/posts/pfbid02K9VZHvSnALgF8EELr3GuktLZhwe3Ui1GiDxtThjv9XkgLVWbkCApTPrB6FQCVMGkl

The 2A Project:

https://the2aproject.com/

Guy Relford:

https://wibc.com/schedule/gun-guy/

https://www.tactical-firearms.com/

John Lott

https://crimeresearch.org/2023/04/at-the-washington-times-there-have-been-no-shooting-attacks-in-schools-where-teachers-can-legally-carry-guns/

https://crimeresearch.org/2022/09/survey-by-a-49-to-37-margin-americans-support-armed-teachers-to-stop-school-shootings-those-with-children-are-much-more-supportive/

https://crimeresearch.org/2022/07/on-trt-world-would-arming-teachers-and-staff-stop-us-school-shootings/

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Show Notes: Episode 20. Aristotle's 12 Virtues and the Good Life In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses Aristotle’s 12 Virtues and how they help cultivate a good life.Resources: Duignan, B.. "eudaimonia." Encyclopedia Britannica, Invalid Date. https://www.britannica.com/topic/eudaimonia. Stoicism with Aaron Spurling:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qc-jDsspghs&t=2810s The Story of Philosophy by Will Durant:https://www.amazon.com/Story-Philosophy-Opinions-Greatest-Philosophers/dp/0671739166 Other Resources re Aristotle’s Virtues: https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/advice/aristotles-11-excellences-for-living-a-flourishing-life/?fbclid=IwAR1YlufnmhZaTTxPw8ywb61BBbAjFgkxuW5J9MeJzACAaeIOLibXco4Wx4E https://kevinhabits.com/aristotles-12-virtues-from-courage-to-magnificence-patience-to-wit/ https://bigthink.com/personal-growth/aristotles-11-guidelines-for-living-a-good-life/ https://liveanddare.com/virtues/#Virtues_List https://aesthetichealingmindset.wordpress.com/2011/06/12/4706/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aristotelian_ethics https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/aristotle-ethics/ https://iep.utm.edu/aristotle-ethics/ https://philosophy.tamucc.edu/notes/aristotelian-virtues https://evolveinc.io/self-improvement/12-virtues-of-aristotle/ https://www.britannica.com/topic/eudaimonia  _______________________________ Tags: liberty, freedom, rights, responsibilities, personalresponsibility, virtue, philosophy, Aristotle, eudaimonia

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Episode 19. The Forge of Freedom - What Should You Know as a New Gun Owner?

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by his father, Mike Ooley, to discuss what a new gun owner needs to know.

Resources:

Massad Ayoob Group – MAG40:

https://massadayoobgroup.com/mag-40/

In the Gravest Extreme by Massad Ayoob:

https://www.amazon.com/Gravest-Extreme-Firearm-Personal-Protection/dp/0936279001/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39EY9VXTHAXNS&keywords=in+the+gravest+extreme+by+massad+ayoob&qid=1682881750&sprefix=in+the+gravest+ext%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1

The Law of Self-Defense by Andrew Branca

https://www.amazon.com/Law-Self-Defense-Indispensable-Citizen/dp/1943809143/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HI3KJNDMJYMI&keywords=law+of+self+defense&qid=1682881794&sprefix=law+of+self+defens%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1

Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network (ACLDN)

https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/

U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA)

https://academy.usconcealedcarry.com/

Gunsite

https://www.gunsite.com/

John Farnam – Defensive Training International

https://defense-training.com/about/

Tom Givens – Rangemaster

https://rangemaster.com/tom-givens/

Greg Ellifritz

https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/

John Correia at Active Self Protection

https://activeselfprotection.com/

Lee Weems

https://firstpersonsafety.com/

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Episode 18. The Forge of Freedom – Why Would an Innocent Person Plead Guilty?

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses why an innocent Defendant might plead guilty.

Resources:

Three Felonies A Day: How the Feds Target the Innocent by Harvey Silverglate

https://www.amazon.com/Three-Felonies-Day-Target-Innocent/dp/1594035229

Pardieck, Andrew and Edkins, Vanessa and Dervan, Lucian E., Bargained Justice: The Rise of False Testimony for False Pleas (August 1, 2020). Fordham International Law Journal, Vol. 44, No. 2, 2020, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3768687

Qualified Immunity:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rH3m9RwGwk

Armed Citizen’s Legal Defense Network:

https://armedcitizensnetwork.org/november-2021-attorney-question

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Episode 17. The Forge of Freedom – Were the Perpetrators of the Holocaust Just Following Orders? What is the Milgram Experiment?

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses an experiment from the 1960s meant to determine why so many people fell in line to carry out the Holocaust. Were these individuals just following orders?

Resources:

"The Heist," a 2006 TV special by Derren Brown, features a reenactment of the Milgram experiment.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Heist_(Derren_Brown_special)

"Authority" is an episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit inspired by the Milgramexperiment.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Authority_(Law_%26_Order:_Special_Victims_Unit)

"Experimenter," a 2015 film about Milgram, by Michael Almereyda, was screened at the 2015Sundance Film Festival.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Experimenter_(film)

https://www.psy.miami.edu/_assets/pdf/rpo-articles/milgram-1963.pdf

https://www.simplypsychology.org/milgram.html

https://store.mises.org/Politics-of-Obedience-P529.aspx

https://www.thoughtco.com/milgram-experiment-4176401

https://resources.saylor.org/wwwresources/archived/site/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/PSYCH202A-3.1.1-Milgram-experiment.pdf

https://www.uncp.edu/sites/default/files/2019-01/Milgrim%20Experiment%20Common%20Lit.pdf

https://mises.org/library/milgram-experiment-0

https://mises.org/library/milgram-experiment

https://mises.org/library/brighter-look-milgrams-obedience-study

https://www.simplypsychology.org/simplypsychology.org-milgram.pdf

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milgram_experiment

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Episode 16. The Forge of Freedom - NRA Annual Meeting (NRAAM) Recap with Mike Ooley

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by his father, Mike Ooley, to discuss the recent NRA Annual Meeting in Indianapolis. Alex and Mike are both firearms instructors and attorneys in Indiana and discuss their experience at the NRA Annual Meeting.

Resources:

NRAAM: https://www.nraam.org/

Active Self Protection (ASP): https://www.youtube.com/@ActiveSelfProtection/featured

John Lott / Crime PreventionResearch Center: https://crimeresearch.org/

On Combat / Lt. Col. DaveGrossman: https://www.amazon.com/Combat-Psychology-Physiology-Deadly-Conflict/dp/0964920514

2A #NRA #Guns #Freedom #Celebration #NRAAM #NRAConvention#Protection #SelfDefense #ConcealedCarry #Hunting #ShallNotBeInfringed

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2023-04-16 Episode 15. The Forge of Freedom – “I, Pencil”

In this episode, Alex Ooley shares the short story, “I, Pencil.”

Resources:

https://fee.org/resources/i-pencil/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5Gppi-O3a8

https://mises.org/library/i-pencil

https://mises.org/library/anything-thats-peaceful-case-free-market

https://cdn.mises.org/Anything%20Thats%20Peaceful%20The%20Case%20for%20the%20Free%20Market_2.pdf

https://www.nationalreview.com/2021/10/in-defense-of-i-pencil/

https://www.theamericanconservative.com/pencils-are-from-the-devil/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ERbC7JyCfU

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I,_Pencil

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Invisible_hand

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3W2v7LN-88

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYO3tOqDISE

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2023-04-09 Episode 14. The Forge of Freedom – Positive & Negative Rights

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the idea of positive and negative rights.

Resources:

Episode 5 (Bill of Rights):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxF_6WB1cVg

Negative vs. Positive Rights: Fundamentals and Criticisms by Libertas Bella

A Defense Against Attacks on Negative Liberty by Stuart Doyle

Isaiah Berlin on Negative Freedom by Murray Rothbard

Concept of Rights and Human Rights by Dr. Imran Ahmad Sajid

Virginia Declaration of Rights

Let’s Think Clearly about “Rights” by Jeffrey Harding

Human Rights are Property Rights by Murray N. Rothbard

Of Rights: Natural and Arbitrary by Clarence Carson

Is Health Care a Human Right? by Trevor Burrus

No Rights Without Property Rights by Frank Chodorov

How FDR’s Economic Bill of Rights Changed American Politics by Burton W.Folsom

Rights by Henry Hazlitt

Freedom or Free-for-All? by Lawrence W. Reed

When Wishes Become Rights by Leonard E. Read

Rights vs. Entitlementsby Steven Yates

Rights and Non-Rights: A Simple Way to Distinguish the Two by LawrenceReed

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Episode 13. The Forge of Freedom - Stoicism (with Guest Aaron Spurling)

In this episode, Alex Ooley is joined by Aaron Spurling to discuss Stoicism.

Resources:

Ryan Holiday / Daily Stoic

https://dailystoic.com/what-is-stoicism-a-definition-3-stoic-exercises-to-get-you-started/

Discourses and Selected Writings by Epictetus

https://amzn.to/40JWkoL

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

https://amzn.to/3lSs8t0

Letters from a Stoic by Seneca

https://amzn.to/3Kfct05

The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph

https://amzn.to/3TXcut2

Art of Manliness:

https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/advice/stoicism-podcast/

Stanford:

https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/stoicism/

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy:

https://iep.utm.edu/stoicism/

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Episode 12. The Forge of Freedom – Stand Your Ground

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the legal doctrine known as “Stand Your Ground.”

Legal Concepts for Concealed Carry:

https://www.facebook.com/events/939655430722116

Sorry, the Zimmerman Case Still Has Nothing to Do With 'StandYour Ground'

https://reason.com/2013/07/14/sorry-the-zimmerman-case-still-has-nothi/

Florida statute:

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0776/0776.html

Indiana statute:

https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/2021/title-35/article-41/chapter-3/section-35-41-3-2/

Crime Prevention Research Center (CPRC):

https://crimeresearch.org/2019/03/at-townhall-com-arkansas-state-senator-is-wrong-about-stand-your-ground-legislation-heres-why/

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Episode 11. The Forge of Freedom – Castle Doctrine

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the legal doctrine known as “Castle Doctrine.”

Legal Concepts for Concealed Carry:

https://www.facebook.com/events/939655430722116

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Episode 10. The Forge of Freedom – What is Jury Nullification?

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses jury nullification and the importance of the concept to the preservation of liberty.

A Jury’s Secret Power – Nullification

https://www.ammoland.com/2013/08/jury-nullification/#axzz7vkUKadbo

Fully Informed Jury Association

https://fija.org/welcome.html

Jury Nullification: Cornerstone of Freedom

https://fee.org/articles/jury-nullification-cornerstone-of-freedom/

Tom Woods

https://tomwoods.com/ep-72-jury-nullification/

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Episode 9. The Forge of Freedom – What is the Second Amendment?

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution and the right to keep and bear arms.

Heller:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/2007/07-290

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/dc-v-heller/

McDonald:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/2009/08-1521

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/mcdonald-v-city-of-chicago/

Bruen:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/2021/20-843

https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/new-york-state-rifle-pistol-association-inc-v-bruen/

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Episode 8. The Forge of Freedom – What is Civil Asset Forfeiture?

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses “Civil Asset Forfeiture,” the often abused practice of taking property of someone suspected of a crime and often without having a conviction.

Timbs v. Indiana:

https://www.oyez.org/cases/2018/17-1091

Civil Asset Forfeiture: 7 Things You Should Know

https://www.heritage.org/research/reports/2014/03/civil-asset-forfeiture-7-things-you-should-know

A History of Civil Asset Forfeiture in America: Pirates, Mob Bosses, and the War on Drugs

https://fee.org/articles/a-history-of-civil-asset-forfeiture-in-america-pirates-mob-bosses-and-the-war-on-drugs/

Does Forfeiture Work?

https://ij.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/does-forfeiture-work-web.pdf

The questionable ethics of civil forfeiture

https://f3magazine.unicri.it/?p=1501

Policing for Profit

https://ij.org/report/policing-for-profit-3/

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Episode 7. The Forge of Freedom – What is the Presumption of Innocence?

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the “The Presumption of Innocence” or the notion that someone is “Innocent Until Proven Guilty” and the reasoning behind it.

John Adams:

https://www.youtube.com/show/SClYTMZbXMC4f2bM9v6IIbmg?season=1&sbp=CgEx (HBO miniseries)

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Episode 6. The Forge of Freedom – What is Qualified Immunity?

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the doctrine of “Qualified Immunity” and the problems it creates for people whose Constitutional rights have been violated by government officials.

Qualified Immunity by Jay Schweikert

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/public_education/publications/insights-on-law-and-society/volume-21/issue-1/qualified-immunity/

Unlawful Shield

https://www.unlawfulshield.com/2021/10/supreme-court-reaffirms-unwillingness-to-reconsider-qualified-immunity/

FAQs About Ending Qualified Immunity (Institute for Justice)

https://ij.org/issues/project-on-immunity-and-accountability/frequently-asked-questions-about-ending-qualified-immunity/

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Episode 5. The Forge of Freedom – The Bill of Rights

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the debate between the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists leading up to the adoption of the first ten amendments to the Constitution, also knowns as the Bill of Rights.

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Episode 4. The Forge of Freedom - Theory of Property

In this episode, Alex Ooley discusses the theory of property as an extension of the idea of self-ownership.

Episode 2

https://youtu.be/-cfpPSrcIHA

https://anchor.fm/alex-ooley3/episodes/Episode-2--The-Forge-of-Freedom---Why-Freedom-e1tgv92

“The Tragedy of the Commons,” by Garrett Hardin

https://www.garretthardinsociety.org/articles/art_tragedy_of_the_commons.html

Other sources:

Mr. Jones (movie): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avANZMqBpP8

https://www.libertarianism.org/topics/private-property

https://www.libertarianism.org/publications/essays/property

https://www.libertarianism.org/topics/property

https://www.libertarianism.org/blog/liberty-property

https://www.libertarianism.org/media/free-thoughts/why-property-rights-matter

https://www.libertarianism.org/columns/immanuel-kant-property-rights

https://www.libertarianism.org/columns/freethought-freedom-john-locke-property

https://www.libertarianism.org/columns/freethought-freedom-private-property-natural-law

https://fee.org/articles/private-property-and-freedom/

https://mises.org/wire/property-rights-and-human-rights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qd3iS98Iu1M&t=797s

https://www.libertarianism.org/articles/aristotles-arguments-private-property

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Episode 3. The Forge of Freedom – The War on Drugs

Show Notes:

The Drug War's Assault on Liberty

Lance Lamberton

https://fee.org/articles/the-drug-wars-assault-on-liberty/

Johann Hari

Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong

https://www.ted.com/talks/johann_hari_everything_you_think_you_know_about_addiction_is_wrong

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In this episode, we discuss why we should pursue freedom and how a society where individuals are free is superior to a society where a centralized authority makes decisions.

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In this episode, I introduce myself and the vision for the podcast. The Forge of Freedom is meant to be an informative podcast and supportive network of liberty-minded people. Freedom is gained and preserved through personal responsibility and a community of people with a similar mission. You are "The Forge of Freedom."