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Reports are that the first person taken into custody is deceased at the hospital, and that it was black hat suspect from marathon bombing. Reports only ATM. EOD is continuing to detonate anything and everything that looks remotely out of place. Video all over. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

I'm wondering why the hell National Guard is walking around weaponless with local/state LEOs. What, Mass PDs qualify for federally subsidized meat shields now? ETA: I'm also not a fan of SWAT and other special units wearing exact replicas of DoD issue gear. Copying style and supplier is one thing, but I wish they would use other color or camo scheme than ACM. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

It's after 0300 there. 0215 central. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

FBI photos http://www.fbi.gov/news/updates-on-investigation-into-multiple-explosions-in-boston/photos Now there are "sources" suggesting LEOs have #1 (black hat) in custody and have surrounded the younger skinnier #2 (in the white hat). FBI just put out a statement (seconds ago) now saying they don't believe the man in custody is either of the two suspects they've been looking for related to the bombing. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

(A) You don't even know that the marathon bombers used gun powder. That is a guess on your part. Your article linked to JSOnline to support the gunpowder claim, but the only mention of gunpowder in the JSO article was the title. Way to have no facts there, buddy. (B) You took a question "Did NRA Lobbying Prevent the Investigators From Having a Key Piece of Evidence? " which is by itself ridiculous, and turned it into a certain statement that the bombs are not traceable due to NRA, which is bordering on idiotic. You imply they are not traceable because there are no tags. Are you dishonest or naive? witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

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Sounds more and more like it's our marathon bombers. Apparently this all started with a carjacking at a gas station, or possibly a poorly reported car theft. Now they're pushing reporters further back, talking about confirmed IEDs and long guns. Multiple SWAT units responding, an incident command truck on scene. (I'm not saying it is the bombers, just more and more info coming in and none of it points AWAY from it being the guys) Also, a dispatcher used the phrase "middle eastern male, clean shaven". Nothing positive, but it sure leans that way... witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

It sounds like they have one in custody, and have the other cornered with a VERY secure perimeter. I just hope they bag the bastard without anyone else getting hurt (citizens, police, suspect, in that order). WIsh we could know one way or the other about marathon connection or lack thereof. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

So as we all knew, you have no experience here, yet want to fire someone. I actually do have experience here, and know better. Maybe someday you'll get some firearm training rather than spouting from ignorance so often. Priceless. So, what is the incremental benefit of the skittles that cannot be reproduced otherwise? I've seen this sort of target with badges in their hands. Does that mean the instructor putting them up should be fired because he's insensitive to officer-down police shootings? witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Whose vehicle was stolen, the MIT officer? Was he SWAT or something? I can't imagine every campus cop carries flash bangs. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

During a stop, I completely agree with you. However, we are talking about a person who has been arrested for DWI. At that point, in every state I know of, you are required to provide a sample for testing. Some require breath. Some allow officer to choose blood or breath. Some specifically prohibit blood without a warrant. The one constant is that you have to give a sample, refusal will be offered as evidence of guilt at trial (no 5th Am protections here), and even if you refuse they can get a warrant to compel you and take it by force if necessary. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

now reports of IEDs on scene, bomb techs going to work. reports of officers, journalists, and others being told to turn off mobile devices "as a precaution". remarks concerning grenade or dynamite blast. could be an IED caused the marks you mentioned? witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Honestly I'm not as happy as you are, for two reasons. First, SCOTUS punted on the issue. They didn't clear it up at all, other than saying "no" in this one case. There are no clear guidelines for LEOs. Second, I am a firm believer in "implied consent" laws as related to driving and DWI testing. I am a firm believer that officers should test blood if a DWI suspect refuses the breath test. However, I don't see why an officer would be unable to find a magistrate (or appropriate judicial official in a given jurisdiction). witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

reports are that there are two suspects, possibly a chase for them right now, maybe only a manhunt. ETA: scratch that. one in custody, one at large. lots of speculation, no real details released other than one MIT campus PD officer is down, deceased at hospital, and radio traffic indicates his pistol was stolen. no link shown to marathon bombers, no evidence precluding a link. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

That honestly surprised me. I expected them to take the case. It is a direct question about the breadth of and limits to a constitutional right, and the appellate courts are divided. It's a good case for getting a little SCOTUS attention. I'd be flabbergasted if they don't hear one of the very similar cases coming down the pike. I thought this was a joke, though. NY law amounts to a blanket ban. "Sure, we won't outlaw the carrying if guns, just let us regulate by permitting." "Psst, nobody tell them we just won't issue any permit except to the politically connected." Equal rights and protection? Sure, and the darker part of my lily white smells like roses. Effective?!? Are you freaking kidding me? Effective against those not inclined to break the law maybe. Certainly not against those who commit "the scourge of gun violence that all too often plagues our communities.” Self contradictory hypocrisy much? witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Press conference with mayor, governor, and PD head right now. Only facts they'll give: two bombs. Fatalities. The JFK is has not been conclusively linked. JFK was incendiary or a fire, unlike finish line devices. They refuse to admit or deny suspect in custody. No mention of additional unexploded devices (again no admit or deny) It sounds like someone is being "guarded" at Mass Hospital. Possible person of interest/suspect. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Now, now, he doesn't want to deal with the fact that JFK started this whole thing, or that Reagan signed a bill coming out of (D) controlled legislature. A snappy witticism and thirty second soundbyte is much more valuable to him. (apparently) witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

It's a republic. A democratic republic is a country that is both a republic and a democracy. It is one where ultimate authority and power is derived from the citizens. So everyone is right, and wrong at the same time. No Professor, YOU, are wrong. We are a Representative (Constitutional) Republic. We are not a democracy, Where did I write that we ARE? Try to avoid strawman arguments, they just make you look silly. You said in post 119 that the US is a republic and a democracy. It is in your own quoted text. You were wrong. It is not. What the hell are you going on about? You think dmcoco and I are the same person? Wow. Have you been screened for paranoid schizophrenia? You're really getting out there. Maybe you fit your own non-definition of "nutter". Maybe your rights should be taken away from you. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

I'd say we are a constitutional representative republic, with representatives (other than POTUS) elected democratically. We are certainly not a democracy; seriously, when is the last time we has a popular vote on a proposed bill or other governmental action? witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Do you the understand "shoot/don't shoot" concept? If not, stop reading and ask, I'll explain it more clearly. If you do, please continue. For a "shoot/don't shoot" training scenario, you have to have realistic targets that are similar to each other except for weapons. If your armed "shoot" target has rings, the "don't shoot" has to have rings too. (I prefer no rings and real faces, but that is usually decided by higher ups, not instructors) I agree that these particular targets are stupid for referencing TM/GZ, and anyone using them to intentionally shoot has issues, but I don't see why a bunch of PC panties are in a wad over this officer. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Ah yes, DHS at work. For those not in the know witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

If it's not registered, yes. There is no provision (AFAIK) for future additions. If it is registered, no. That means you have to keep it until death or send it out of state, you can't sell it, trade it, or give it away. Also, see my back and forth with Andy about the troubles with keeping one passed down to you. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

And inaccurate. It wasn't a picture of Trayvon. It was a target with a hoodie, skittles, and a can of tea. It was faceless. So it wasn't a picture of the "victim", it was a picture referencing that FL situation. And FYI, it was a "Don't Shoot" target. In a effort to improve training and move away from the old 'stand in a line and fire on command' range practice, instructors use shoot/don't-shoot targets. Some are armed, others are not. It allows officers to practice evaluating a target before during and after shooting. So this target that referenced Trayvon without resembling him was to teach officers NOT to shoot. Shouldn't that make the whiny pseudo-offended liberals happy? ETA: https://www.google.com/search?q=trayvon+martin+target&client=safari&hl=en&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=ZGVrUefPJ5OI9gSLroAI&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAQ&biw=320&bih=416 These distasteful things were offered for sale a while back. I'd think the former LEO used this, but a few articles said he told other officers he made the targets. 2nd ETA: USA TODAY Article Officer: Trayvon Martin target a 'no-shoot training aid' witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Oh, I absolutely agree with you, but isn't it fucked up that the first bunch will give up the rifle to avoid cost of trials and appeals, and then someone will have to spend out hundreds of thousands for trials and appeals, and still they can only keep it until death. witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*

Yep, no problem, just a little collateral damage so you folks can have easy access to your toys. Wow. You are so full of it. Way to snip a post and ignore where I addressed your concerns and asked a relevant question. Yes, it's terrible. But what would you do to prevent it? Just how much freedom would you give up? Just how much power would you you give authorities over your life to prevent all AWDW offenses? Here's the rest of the post you hacked up. Feel free to read the rest and respond to content, rather than go for sensational quotes. (I thought you taught physics, not journalism) witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1*