Day: May 4, 2014

Notes from HJL:

Today we present another entry for Round 52 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The $11,000+ worth of prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Gunsite Academy Three Day Course Certificate, good for any one, two, or three course (a $1,195 value), A course certificate from onPoint Tactical. This certificate will be for the prize winner’s choice of three-day civilian courses. (Excluding those restricted for military or government teams.) Three day onPoint courses normally cost $795, Two cases of Mountain House freeze dried assorted entrees in #10 cans, courtesy of Ready Made Resources (a $350 value), A $300 gift …


A Response to “Ideas Concerning A Post-Collapse World”, by JLF

RegardingIdeas Concerning a Post Collapse World: If one understands the Declaration of Independence and the Republican form of government, reforming the Union of States (and their people) is a viable goal. Cooperation in the defense of private property rights from predation is one justification for the necessary evil of government. However, I would not suggest using the Constitution as a model, since it was flawed from inception. It would require extensive modification to accurately define the relationship of the sovereign people with the servant government and its servants, the citizenry, with regard to rights and liberties (natural and personal). It …


Letter Re: Ideas Concerning a Post Collapse World

Dear Hugh, Three cheers for the article “Ideas Concerning a Post Collapse World”! “M.S.” is obviously a very bright and literate person, and while the blog offering is short, it is packed with a lot to think about. I believe the author is likely “spot on” with most of its outlook for the future with one question mark for me as to whether a foreign army (or two) would invade the CONUS or not. I see that as more likely than the author does, but only time will tell. I would though like to take the opportunity to address an …



Odds ‘n Sods:

Michigan Bans Animals On Small Farms. – B.B. I’m still trying to wrap my head around this one. I can see no valid reason to implement this other than attempting to control every aspect of a person’s life. I certainly understand regulating a large animal in an area incapable of supporting it but chickens, bees, and goats? o o o HSBC Demands to Know How Customers Spend Their Money. – H.L. o o o Man Arrested In FBI Sting Found Dead In Federal Custody. – B.R. o o o Relaxation Bear Sparks Rabies Scare After Biting 14. NO Common Sense. …