If a principle exists it must be immutable, for that is what a principle is - a truth standing apart from the mood of the times.

It seems that the concealed carry policy now in effect in 30 states is unfair to goblins. They cannot tell who is armed and who is not, and when their intended victim shoots back it hurts their feelings - along with other things.

I have long had a tendency to tie marksmanship to morality. The essence of good marksmanship is self-control, and self-control is the essence of good citizenship. It is too easy to say that a good shot is automatically a good man, but it would be equally incorrect to ignore the connection.

What are we going to do if citizens are disarmed, and the government doesn't obey its own laws?

A smart man only believes half of what he hears, a wise man knows which half.

Therefore, if you are attacked, retaliate instantly. Be sudden. Be quick. Speed is your salvation.

If a felon attacks you and lives, he will reasonably conclude that he can do it again. By submitting to him, you not only imperil your own life, but you jeopardize the lives of others.