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Mail Call - Feb. 25
“Here are the facts: Germany was completely disarmed in 1919 as punishment for World War I. No manufacture, sales, possession of guns or ammunition were permitted. By 1928, Germany had rearmed, with registration required. By 1938, the only changes...Tags: Government, Germany, Death Penalty, Theft, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland)
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More than 100 take part in Western Maryland 'Day of Resistance' rally
matthewu@herald-mail.comSam Fenati sees the push by some politicians for more gun control regulations as something more. “It’s not about gun control,” said Fenati while holding a “Don’t Tread on Me” flag aloft for motorists passing by his...Tags: Lobbying, Politics, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Vietnam War (1955-1975), Barack Obama
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Website gauging support for petitioning measures passed in Md. General Assembly
kaustuv.basu@herald-mail.comDel. Neil C. Parrott said Friday that a website he chairs is trying to gauge support for petitioning some measures passed during the current session of the Maryland General Assembly to the ballot. Parrott, R-Washington, who is chairman of MDpetitions....Tags: Annapolis, Labor Legislation, Same-Sex Marriage, Maryland General Assembly, Politics
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Jefferson County Commission rejects resolution calling for 'all reasonable restrictions on sales of firearms'
richardb@herald-mail.comNo Quakers were present Thursday to support their earlier request that the Jefferson County Commission adopt a resolution calling for “all reasonable restrictions on sales of firearms.” The gun-rights side, however, was well-represented,...Tags: Hunting, Dale Manuel, Elections, Rentals, Adam Lanza
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Senate committee passes Md. gun control bill
Associated PressA Maryland Senate committee has approved a sweeping gun-control measure. The Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee voted 7-4 late Thursday night in favor of the bill, which is a top priority of Gov. Martin O’Malley’s legislative agenda. The...Tags: Politics, Interior Policy, Personal Weapon Control
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Gun-rights supporters testify against assault rifle ban in Md. Senate panel hearing
kaustuv.basu@herald-mail.comA Senate committee hearing on Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley’s bill that seeks to ban assault rifles attracted hundreds of gun-rights supporters to the state capital on Feb. 6, with some of the supporters testifying against the bill. A...Tags: Government, Michael E. Busch, Executive Branch, Rentals, Interior Policy
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Letters to the Editor - Feb. 16
Will you be a hero to a child who needs one? To the editor: How do you contribute? How many of you make a conscious effort each day to make a positive contribution to our society? How many go out of your way to show kindness to and concern for the...Tags: Government, Litigation and Regulation, Heroin, Interior Policy, Personal Weapon Control
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Washington County delegation weighs in on bill to repeal death penalty
kaustuv.basu@herald-mail.comGov. Martin O’Malley testified Thursday at hearings in front of the House and Senate judicial committees in support of his bill to repeal the death penalty, but a majority of Washington County legislators still support the death penalty. “Is...Tags: Government, Death Penalty, Punishment, Executive Branch, Interior Policy
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Letters to the Editor - Feb. 14
I can’t remain silent; I must protest gun control To the editor: I could not find where it states that violent video games or violent movies are protected under free speech in the dictionary. Why did Jim Thompson, in his letter Feb. 8, decide he...Tags: Entertainment, Organized Crime, Politics, Interior Policy, Gaming Industry
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Obama's proposals face quick opposition in Congress
Associated PressPresident Barack Obama set up high-stakes clashes with Republicans over guns, immigration, taxes and climate change in a State of the Union address that showcased his determination to mark his legacy. Republicans urged Obama to get out of campaign mode...Tags: Republican Party, Weather, Global Change, Environmental Issues, Elections
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State of the Union address to stress jobs, Afghan troop withdrawal
Associated PressSeeking to focus on nation-building at home, President Barack Obama will use his State of the Union address to call for more spending on infrastructure and manufacturing, while also announcing the withdrawal of 34,000 U.S. troops from Afghanistan within a...Tags: Republican Party, Michelle Obama, U.S. Senate, Elections, Energy Resources
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Mail Call - Feb. 12
“Happens every time: First the government calls for a gun ban, then you see a lot of shootings where there were none. Can’t tell me that’s a coincidence.” — Cumberland, Md. “To the Greencastle caller on Feb. 1,...Tags: Teaching and Learning, Chuck Hagel, Mental Health, Interior Policy, Waynesboro (Waynesboro, Virginia)
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