I'm going on 64 and maybe it's that I'm turning into one of those grumpy old men. No Doubt! So I see it this way: since about 1963 we have been trying to keep and defend our second amendment rights and of late we have been making some progress. I just feel rolling over for some hand wringer to get a gun I want is selling out. The fee or tax or record be damned. I'll do without it and enjoy the continuing search.

What was it old Ben said? "Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety (or expedience), deserve neither Liberty nor Safety".