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Phatguysrule said:
If you're going to teach a kid to shoot, and about gun safety, an AR15 is a great option (very small round, so very slight recoil). Making it fit them comfortably is far safer than trying to train them on a rifle that is far too big.

My kids got by on the .22, but it was pretty big for them, and uncomfortable. If we did more shooting I probably would have purchased a kid sized gun, but we got busy with basketball and didn't get out plinking as often, so it just didn't make sense.

I disagree with the marketing around the JR15, and the gun nut vibe in general.

But there have been kids trained responsibly on kid sized guns for probably 100 years.
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Marketing to kids is very different than a father teaching his son safely about guns.
 
Phatguysrule said:
If you're going to teach a kid to shoot, and about gun safety, an AR15 is a great option (very small round, so very slight recoil). Making it fit them comfortably is far safer than trying to train them on a rifle that is far too big.

My kids got by on the .22, but it was pretty big for them, and uncomfortable. If we did more shooting I probably would have purchased a kid sized gun, but we got busy with basketball and didn't get out plinking as often, so it just didn't make sense.

I disagree with the marketing around the JR15, and the gun nut vibe in general.

But there have been kids trained responsibly on kid sized guns for probably 100 years.
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You can teach your kid how to light up a Marlboro and that is very different than using cartoon characters to sell cigarettes.

Wait a second... this is giving me an idea. Kid.Sized.Marlboros! We just take regular cigarettes and chop a little off and repackage them!
 
SlyPokerDog said:
You can teach your kid how to light up a Marlboro and that is very different than using cartoon characters to sell cigarettes.

Wait a second... this is giving me an idea. Kid.Sized.Marlboros! We just take regular cigarettes and chop a little off and repackage them!
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but first we'll make candy cigarettes that they can practice with and eat afterwards!
 
SlyPokerCat said:
A .22 was the best when I was a kid. Daisy bb guns. A .410 shotgun. All were fun to shoot as a kid. My first rifle was a 30 06. It was lighter weight and a little shorter barrel. Put one of those rubber cushions on the butt and was able to shoot it just fine as a scrawny kid no problem.

The ar15, m16s etc. Scared me because of how powerful they look.
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Yeah, they do have a certain look. But they are far less powerful than your 30-06.
 
Tyrant of Ants said:
If the 7 people you're referring to are the SC Justices, there are actually 9 of them (6 conservatives, at least 4 of whom are far right-wingers).

No, not if they act in accordance with their duties and responsibilities. The primary role of the SC is to interpret the Constitution and act as the final arbiter as to which laws (both federal and state) and executive orders are constitutional/unconstitutional. They don't get to grant rights, insofar as to create laws to grant it. But yes, they do have tremendous powers to fuck things up, will of the people be damned as they're not beholden by the voters.
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I thought two seats have been vacant? I fully admit ive been out of touch recently with our SC judges.

But to counter this, I would say all positions of the government are assigned with well intentioned duties. The definition of corruption is warping those duties over personal beliefs and or profit.
It would be great if all of our government officials abided by and provided sound judgement on all decisions they make from their office. But this isn't reality. So now we are seeing exactly what can happen with no term limits. Fascism may be a reach, but it is definitely set up for the potential of abuse and manipulation of the seat they hold.

I think the Abortion debate solidifies my concern about potential corruption without any ability to remove the corrupt entities.
Seems we have set up a system where 9 people can dictate to all what can and cant be done.
Checks and balances is all but lost it seems.
We rely on all politicians to interpret the constitution in a sound even and fair way for all but it has clearly not been happening for some time now and now our SC judges seem to be following suit.
Gimme term limits! :)
 
Mayonnaise in coffee is a thing now.

Seriously.

Google it.
 
Tyrant of Ants said:
Bet you'd be singing a different tune if it's about banning rock music. :smiley-smiley-049: :wink:

But you can't be serious? If every issue was left for each state to decide, slavery in the south would've continued for many more years. Some things are so clearly morally repugnant that you don't give evil people (even if they're in the majority) the chance to fuck things up for the rest. What could possibly be a good reason to ban interracial marriage?
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SlyPokerCat said:
Miracle Whip is revolting. I like Best Foods Mayo mixed with my tuna, cut up pieces of pickles, banana peppers and some black pepper.
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Phatguysrule said:
Best Foods Olive Oil Mayo
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Add 2-3 drops of hot sauce to your tuna. Not enough so you can taste it but just a few drops brings the taste to a new level.

Seriously, try it.
 
SlyPokerDog said:
Add 2-3 drops of hot sauce to your tuna. Not enough so you can taste it but just a few drops brings the taste to a new level.

Seriously, try it.
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Bad dog!

"Hot sauce is not suitable for cats. As a result, the hot sauce can cause severe digestive tract damage to cats. For instance, it can cause burns to the cat’s mouth and esophagus, as well as to the stomach and intestines. Additionally, some hot sauce recipes contain ingredients that are toxic to cats, such as garlic, onions, and more."

barfo
 
barfo said:
Bad dog!

"Hot sauce is not suitable for cats. As a result, the hot sauce can cause severe digestive tract damage to cats. For instance, it can cause burns to the cat’s mouth and esophagus, as well as to the stomach and intestines. Additionally, some hot sauce recipes contain ingredients that are toxic to cats, such as garlic, onions, and more."

barfo
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DAMN YOU, BARFO!
 
theprunetang said:
I absolutely hate that stuff. No offense. Just not my thing. I do have an appreciation for mayo though. I usually whip up my own if I need it for something special. For other purposes, I use Japanese Kewpie Mayo. It is richer and tangier.
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None taken. I'm not a fan of prunes...
 
crandc said:
I loathe mayonnaise. There are things I am not crazy about but can eat if someone serves them to me. Mayonnaise and Miracle whip never.
I make tuna salad with a vinaigrette.
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I'll remember that if I'm ever making a meal for you. You never know.
 
calvin natt said:
If you hate aborting “babies” wouldn’t you want MORE contraceptives?

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Logically if someone wants to reduce abortion they would support sex education and birth control. In Europe they have comprehensive sex education and widely available birth control and fewer abortions.
But the motivation of anti choice is to control and punish women. So helping women avoid unwanted pregnancy is no part of their plans.
 
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