UPDATE: Added South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, who never shut down her state. (Thank you to Dave and Lyle for reminding me about Governor Noem) On Saturday, June 11, 2021, Manitoba RCMP arrested and detained Maxime Bernier, the leader of the People’s Party of Canada (PPC) for daring to use his Charter-protected rights to freedom of mobility, freedom of assembly and … [Read more...]
Edmonton Crown Prosecutor vs Mexican Police Hunted and Murdered by Drug Cartels
On June 8th I took great exception to a gutless and cowardly Edmonton Crown Prosecutor who feels the need to hide his or her identity from a Christian Pastor, the Pastor's wife and children and the Pastor's congregation and supporters. “A Crown prosecutor, whose identity is under a publication ban due to security concerns, called only one witness,” said the CBC. Security … [Read more...]
Moose Jaw–Lake Centre–Lanigan CPC Nomination Contest: Kathryn Pollack vs. Brad Trost
When Tom Lukiwski announced he would not run in the next federal election, he left the door open for a new face to represent the Saskatchewan riding of Moose Jaw--Lake Centre--Lanigan. Until this week the lone contender seeking the Conservative nomination was Kathryn Pollack, a longtime are resident, a wife and mother of two whose rural roots and experience as Chief … [Read more...]
Police Across America Brace for Most Violent Summer Yet
In a frightening trend across America, police agencies in numerous large urban centres say they're bracing for the most violent summer yet. Given the record-breaking violence of last year, that's a pretty sobering statement. Over the weekend of May 15th-16th, 48 people were shot in Chicago, including a 2-year-old girl, a 13-year-old boy and two Chicago police … [Read more...]
Edmonton’s Gutless and Cowardly Crown Prosecutor
This bizarre line is from a May 03, 2021, CBC article published as Edmonton Pastor James Coates’ trial for defying COVID restrictions began. “A Crown prosecutor, whose identity is under a publication ban due to security concerns, called only one witness.” WHAT?!?! When I read that the Crown Prosecutor attempting to put Pastor James Coates in prison asked for and was … [Read more...]
Gun Control Hypocrite Lovely Ann Warren – Mayor of Rochester, New York
Lovely Ann Warren is the mayor of Rochester, New York. Like all good Democrats, she extolls the virtue of being defenseless against home invaders, rapists and other violent criminals while complaining about the number of “illegal guns on the streets.” “Getting guns off our streets must be a priority,” said Mayor Warren. On May 18, 2021, Mayor Warren even announced a gun … [Read more...]
Bill C-10: Free Speech Under Attack
Yesterday morning the Canada Strong And Free Network (formerly the Manning Centre) presented a panel discussion "Big Government, Free Speech and Tin-Foil Hats: A Discussion on Bill C-10". At this event, John Robson hosted panelists J.J. McCullough (columnist and Youtuber) Rachel Harder (Member of Parliament for Lethbridge) Peter Menzies (former CRTC Vice-Chair) … [Read more...]
Negligent Discharge: 6-year-old Jadaine Miller killed in Jamaica
A 15-year-old boy, a loaded and illegal handgun and 'play time'. What could possibly go wrong? Everything. On Monday, May 17, 2021, 6-year-old Jadaine Miller was killed while his 15-year-old relative played with an illegal handgun. When the handgun 'went off' a single bullet caught the boy in the neck, mortally wounding him. Jadaine Miller was pronounced dead on … [Read more...]
Five More Oregon Counties Vote to Secede to Idaho
Western Canadians aren't the only ones unhappy with their government, it seems. A movement is gaining momentum in Oregon's eastern counties that may surprise you. Legal scholars call it a longshot, but long odds didn't prevent the residents of five Oregon counties from adding their counties to the list of those attempting to secede from Portland's insanity and join saner … [Read more...]
Officers Down: Deputy Sheriffs Samuel Leonard and Stephen Jones
This is part of my ongoing series Officer Down - in honour of police officers slain in the line of duty. On May 10, 2021, Concho County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff Samuel Leonard, Deputy Sheriff Stephen Jones and an unidentified in Eden, Texas, city employee responded to a disturbance call about a dog. When they arrived the got into an altercation with Jeffrey … [Read more...]
Officer Down: Mississippi Highway Patrol Trooper John Harris
This is part of my ongoing series Officer Down - in honour of police officers slain in the line of duty. Mississippi Highway Patrol Trooper John Harris died on May 28, 2021, when he was hit by a transport truck while performing a traffic stop on another motorist. "The Mississippi Highway Patrol mourns the loss of Trooper John Harris," said Col. Randy Ginn, … [Read more...]
Officer Down: Detective Luca Benedetti
This is part of my ongoing series Officer Down - in honour of police officers slain in the line of duty. San Luis Obispo Police Department Detective Luca Benedetti died May 10, 2021, while executing a search warrant. Detective Benedetti and Detective Steve Orozco identified themselves as they approached the residence with three other officers. Hearing no … [Read more...]
Officer Down: Stockton Police Officer Jimmy Inn
This is part of my ongoing series Officer Down - in honour of police officers slain in the line of duty. Stockton Police Department Officer Jimmy Inn gave his life in defence of a stranger on May 11, 2021. “He gave the ultimate sacrifice and he came to work every day, putting his life on the line for strangers he’d never met — coming to work to protect members of … [Read more...]
Officer Down: Champaign Police Department Officer Chris Oberheim
This is part of my ongoing series Officer Down - in honour of police officers slain in the line of duty. Shortly before 3:30am on May 19, 2021, the Champaign Police Department received a call about a domestic disturbance. Officer Chris Oberheim responded, as did a second officer. Both were met with a hail of gunfire as they exited their squad cars. They responded … [Read more...]
CanPar Cancels Firearm and Ammo Shipments
It's almost laughable watching the hair-on-fire across the Canadian Internet over CanPar's decision, effective immediately, to stop carrying firearms and ammunition. Here's what I know so far: 1. Canpar and Loomis are both owned by TFI International, a transportation conglomerate based in Saint-Laurent, Quebec. 2. As a privately owned company, CanPar is free to … [Read more...]
Pennsylvania : 13-year-old boy murders 12-year-old sister
On March 19, 2021, in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, 13-year-old Jah’sir Vasquez pointed a loaded handgun at his 12-year-old sister Jasiyah and pulled the trigger. "Mom, Jah shot me!" Jasiyah screamed before falling to the ground, a single gunshot wound to her chest. How did this 13-year-old get his hands on a loaded handgun? His mother, Daisy Vasquez, asked him to … [Read more...]
Brittany Smith: Woman who killed her rapist finally released from Jackson County Jail
You may remember the case of Brittany Smith, the woman who killed her rapist on January 16, 2018, only to find herself charged with murder despite living in Alabama - a 'Stand Your Ground' state. After a long legal battle for her freedom, Brittany Smith pleaded guilty to murder in order to avoid spending the rest of her life in prison. While I and others believe she was … [Read more...]
Self-Defence: Don’t Mess with Grumpy Old Men
Do you remember that awesome scene from Gran Torino where Clint Eastwood’s character, Walt Kowalski, tells some nasty little jerks to “Get off my lawn.” ? That was the first image that came to mind as I read the story of a 62-year-old California man who, upon arriving home to find his house being ransacked by a couple of criminal dirtbags, promptly took the home invader’s … [Read more...]
Negligent Discharge: Felon Shoots Himself in the Hand, Claims He Was Carjacked
Bad things can happen while carelessly playing with a loaded handgun. And when you're a convicted felon illegally possessing that loaded handgun, well, fear is a pretty normal emotion to feel when you shoot yourself in the hand and you stand there watching the hole in your hand bleed all over the floor. This is the stuff projectile vomiting is made of, especially when you … [Read more...]
Officer Kristin Mitrisin: Hero Cop Saves 9-day-old Baby Olivia’s Life
Pleasant Hills Police Officer Kristin Mitrisin found more than she bargained for when Joe and Jody Schleicher flagged her down on Pennsylvania Route 51 on April 27th. The frantic parents told Officer Mitrisin their 9-day-old baby girl Olivia stopped breathing. Today Olivia is alive because of Officer Mitrisin's quick thinking and excellent training. “I just was doing … [Read more...]
Do you have an Unfinished Book Wasting Away on Your Hard Drive?
Do you have an unfinished book or two wasting away on your hard drive? Do you desperately want to finish your book this year? If you answered YES to both those questions, I would love the opportunity to interview you about the biggest challenges you face in completing your book. What's In It For You? By exploring your challenges at a deep level, you will gain … [Read more...]
LAPD Captain Jonathan Tom’s Home Searched for Stolen Firearms
On March 20, 2020, Archi Duenas, the manager of the Los Angeles Police Academy gun store, was arrested and charged with stealing 35 firearms from his employer and selling them to members of the Academy, all police officers. In September 2020 the LAPD announced they recovered 24 of the stolen guns, leaving 11 outstanding. On September 15, 2020, Archi Duenas pleaded not guilty … [Read more...]
Police Officer Latoya Dythe Pleads Guilty to Straw Purchasing Firearms
Tulsa, Oklahoma, Police Officer Latoya Dythe was suspended without pay after a federal grand jury indicted her for illegally purchasing a firearm for her boyfriend, Devon Jones. That announcement came in a press conference with U.S. Attorney Trent Shores, FBI Special Agent in Charge Melissa Godbold and Tulsa Police Chief Wendell Franklin on December 10, 2020 She pleaded … [Read more...]
Ladies, a Firearm is a Great Equalizer
Ladies, when your husband tries to strangle you, a handgun can save your life. That’s the lesson learned in Colorado Springs recently after a man attempted to strangle his wife to death. Instead of her lifeless body lying on the ground as he intended, the husband dialed 911 and begged for medical assistance after his would-be victim shot him in the head. About 2am on … [Read more...]
Officer Down: Chandler P.D. Officer Christopher Farrar
This is part of my ongoing series Officer Down - in honour of police officers slain in the line of duty. On April 29, 2021, Chandler Police Department Officer Christopher Farrar was struck and killed by a violent moron driving a stolen vehicle. Gilbert Police Officer Rico Aranda was also struck and suffered a traumatic brain injury. He remains in … [Read more...]
19 Ontario Cops Side With Religious Freedoms and Constitutional Liberty over COVID Lockdowns
In a refreshing change from COVID cops arresting pastors for preaching the Gospel, a group of 19 serving and former police officers are challenging the constitutionality of Ontario’s COVID restrictions. They claim enforcing COVID lockdown and public gathering restrictions forces them to breach their oath to uphold the constitution. The Ontario Ministry of the Attorney … [Read more...]
Shooting Range Shrapnel: Even when you do everything right…
Firearms training for police officers generally goes as planned. There are some notable and tragic exceptions, of course, but by and large when men and women who are trained in the proper use of firearms get together to practice it is usually a good day. No so for one Utah Highway Patrol lieutenant training at the Unified Police Department firearms range in Salt Lake City on … [Read more...]
Officer Down: Delmar Police Corporal Keith Heacook
This is part of my ongoing series Officer Down - in honour of police officers slain in the line of duty. On April 28, 2021, Delmar Police Department Corporal Keith Heacook passed away from injuries suffered when he responded to a 911 call from an elderly couple being attacked by a stranger. "Our community, my department, his family — we all mourn," Delmar Police … [Read more...]
Jason Kenney: Alberta’s King of COVID and Master of Tone-Deaf Hypocrisy
UPDATED May 11, 2021 at 18:00: Corrected reference to Artur Powlowski's childhood in Poland under communist rule. The same day he ordered a Calgary SWAT team to perform a ‘high-risk takedown’ of Pastor Artur Pawlowski in the middle of a busy Alberta highway [Watch Arrest Video], Jason Kenney had the audacity to Tweet: Today is an important commemoration of one … [Read more...]
Officer Terry Spence: Autism Awareness Training in Action
April was Autism Awareness Month in Tennessee and the Murfreesboro Police Department is one of the first departments in the state to deliver autism awareness training to its officers. Little did Officer Terry Spence know that, shortly after his training, he would need to put what he learned into practice. In a story published on April 24, 2021, Officer Terry Spence pulled … [Read more...]