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Posted 14 February 2012 - 01:49 AM

I'm on it.

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Posted 14 February 2012 - 06:47 PM

I'm bringing 3-5 family and friends and they are spreading the word as well...

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Posted 14 February 2012 - 08:38 PM

Although I am for the most part home bound, I am hoping to attend.

One of my friends is also planning to attend with his girlfriend. He has an interest in RTC and she has a PA carry permit. I gave him a flier and he has told me he is posting them around the area west of Rockford and anywhere else he travels.
"The rifle itself has no moral stature, since it has no will of its own. Naturally, it may be used by evil men for evil purposes,
but there are more good men than evil, and while the latter cannot be persuaded to the path of righteousness by propaganda,
they can certainly be corrected by good men with rifles."  — Jeff Cooper, The Art of the Rifle

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Posted 19 February 2012 - 08:25 PM

Today at the ABATE meeting I invited people to attend the Winnebago RTC Town Hall Meeting and it looks like there will be about two car loads of people attending from the Freeport area.

Just to interject a little history, back in the mid eighties when ABATE was started in Illinois - discussion of firearm issues was discouraged for fear of propagating the image of "bikers with guns". Now, with everyone from accountants to hairdressers getting tattooed and riding Harleys, that is of no longer a concern.

I'd like to also mention that this year - we will be sharing our legislative day (IGOLD) with ABATE. So please, play nice! Almost ALL bikers share our viewpoint of what the Second Amendment stands for - so on March 7th our legislators will be getting it with BOTH BARRELS so to speak!
"The rifle itself has no moral stature, since it has no will of its own. Naturally, it may be used by evil men for evil purposes,
but there are more good men than evil, and while the latter cannot be persuaded to the path of righteousness by propaganda,
they can certainly be corrected by good men with rifles."  — Jeff Cooper, The Art of the Rifle

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Posted 19 February 2012 - 09:08 PM

I just noticed this thread for the first time; all the readers from East of Rockford, Boone county area read a publication called the Boone County Shopper.  Boonecountyshopper.com.   I think you could add it to their web site.  Also there is a large gated community north of Belvidere, but I'm unsure of how to contact anyone there.  If I can talk someone into giving me a ride over there I will try to attend, thanks, Dale
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Posted 19 February 2012 - 11:18 PM

View PostBuzzard, on 19 February 2012 - 08:25 PM, said:

Today at the ABATE meeting I invited people to attend the Winnebago RTC Town Hall Meeting and it looks like there will be about two car loads of people attending from the Freeport area.

Just to interject a little history, back in the mid eighties when ABATE was started in Illinois - discussion of firearm issues was discouraged for fear of propagating the image of "bikers with guns". Now, with everyone from accountants to hairdressers getting tattooed and riding Harleys, that is of no longer a concern.

I'd like to also mention that this year - we will be sharing our legislative day (IGOLD) with ABATE. So please, play nice! Almost ALL bikers share our viewpoint of what the Second Amendment stands for - so on March 7th our legislators will be getting it with BOTH BARRELS so to speak!

Is Vandermyde still your guys lobbyist too or is that something he doesn't do anymore?
"A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball, and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks"
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Now two flags fly above my land that really sum up how I feel. One is the colors that fly high and proud the red, the white, the blue. The other ones got a rattle snake with a simple statement made, don't tread on me, is what it says and I'll take that to my grave
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Posted 20 February 2012 - 02:18 AM

I am really excited about the meeting Wednesday. Anxious to see how many politicians and media people will show up. I have really been advertising, telling and reminding people. I will be posting a final reminder on the Facebook wall for the event I created.

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Posted 20 February 2012 - 04:46 AM

So is Rockford the other hold out besides Chicago? I mean as far as the officials in that area.
"A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball, and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks"
-Thomas Jefferson-

Now two flags fly above my land that really sum up how I feel. One is the colors that fly high and proud the red, the white, the blue. The other ones got a rattle snake with a simple statement made, don't tread on me, is what it says and I'll take that to my grave
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Posted 20 February 2012 - 10:29 AM

View PostBuzzard, on 19 February 2012 - 08:25 PM, said:

I'd like to also mention that this year - we will be sharing our legislative day (IGOLD) with ABATE. So please, play nice! Almost ALL bikers share our viewpoint of what the Second Amendment stands for - so on March 7th our legislators will be getting it with BOTH BARRELS so to speak!

I think I've seen ABATE people there on IGOLD day, other years.
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Posted 21 February 2012 - 03:33 AM

View PostDrylok, on 20 February 2012 - 04:46 AM, said:

So is Rockford the other hold out besides Chicago? I mean as far as the officials in that area.
I don't know how many are against the bill but I do know that Chuck Jefferson is a "no" vote.

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Posted 21 February 2012 - 09:34 AM

There were only two "no" votes outside the Chicago/Cook Co. area.  Rep. Chuck Jefferson was one of those, Naomi Jakkobson in Champaign was the other.
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Posted 21 February 2012 - 11:35 AM

The gated community you refer to is Candlewick. It's probably better that it is a gated community it keeps all the nut jobs that live there in one place. My wife owned a bar across the street form there and she can tell you all kinds of stuff about the folks living behind those gates. It is a a very repressive environment. with all kinds of crazy association rules. They even have their own security force. I'm not saying all the folks who live there are nuts because I know at least one person who lives there that is decent. Like many homeowner associations those in charge often think they own the world.


View Postmember 1911, on 19 February 2012 - 09:08 PM, said:

I just noticed this thread for the first time; all the readers from East of Rockford, Boone county area read a publication called the Boone County Shopper.  Boonecountyshopper.com.   I think you could add it to their web site.  Also there is a large gated community north of Belvidere, but I'm unsure of how to contact anyone there.  If I can talk someone into giving me a ride over there I will try to attend, thanks, Dale

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Posted 21 February 2012 - 10:18 PM

They just had a GREAT segment on the WIFR 23 News!! They were discussing the coming Town Hall Meeting and IllinoisCarry! And yes, they mentioned that Illinois is THE LAST STATE WITHOUT A CARRY LAW!! They interviewed a gun shop owner (wasn't Kenny) and all in all it was very positive reporting!

SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW AT GIOVANNI'S!!
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but there are more good men than evil, and while the latter cannot be persuaded to the path of righteousness by propaganda,
they can certainly be corrected by good men with rifles."  — Jeff Cooper, The Art of the Rifle

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Posted 21 February 2012 - 10:54 PM

View Posttdiller, on 21 February 2012 - 11:35 AM, said:

The gated community you refer to is Candlewick. It's probably better that it is a gated community it keeps all the nut jobs that live there in one place. My wife owned a bar across the street form there and she can tell you all kinds of stuff about the folks living behind those gates. It is a a very repressive environment. with all kinds of crazy association rules. They even have their own security force. I'm not saying all the folks who live there are nuts because I know at least one person who lives there that is decent. Like many homeowner associations those in charge often think they own the world.


View Postmember 1911, on 19 February 2012 - 09:08 PM, said:

I just noticed this thread for the first time; all the readers from East of Rockford, Boone county area read a publication called the Boone County Shopper.  Boonecountyshopper.com.   I think you could add it to their web site.  Also there is a large gated community north of Belvidere, but I'm unsure of how to contact anyone there.  If I can talk someone into giving me a ride over there I will try to attend, thanks, Dale

tdiller,
I'm familiar with Candlewick; I didn't want to imply my opinion of the development.  Just that lots of people live there.  In my opinion maybe the gates should only swing one way, you pick the direction.  On another note, you talking about the Cubby Rain or Hydeout?  I've got friends that stopped there.          

Edited by member 1911, 21 February 2012 - 10:55 PM.

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Posted 21 February 2012 - 11:39 PM

This townhall meeting is our first step in a year that will hopefully make history in Illinois.  House Bill 148 is gaining more support by the day. I am very optimistic about this bill passing. See everyone there

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Posted 22 February 2012 - 12:15 AM

View PostThe 45 King, on 21 February 2012 - 11:39 PM, said:

This townhall meeting is our first step in a year that will hopefully make history in Illinois. House Bill 148 is gaining more support by the day. I am very optimistic about this bill passing. See everyone there.

Yeah! I'm hyped! I never expected to hear it announced on channel 23 IN ADVANCE!! We may just pack the house!! That would be great!!
"The rifle itself has no moral stature, since it has no will of its own. Naturally, it may be used by evil men for evil purposes,
but there are more good men than evil, and while the latter cannot be persuaded to the path of righteousness by propaganda,
they can certainly be corrected by good men with rifles."  — Jeff Cooper, The Art of the Rifle

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Posted 22 February 2012 - 01:35 AM

View PostBuzzard, on 22 February 2012 - 12:15 AM, said:

View PostThe 45 King, on 21 February 2012 - 11:39 PM, said:

This townhall meeting is our first step in a year that will hopefully make history in Illinois. House Bill 148 is gaining more support by the day. I am very optimistic about this bill passing. See everyone there.

Yeah! I'm hyped! I never expected to hear it announced on channel 23 IN ADVANCE!! We may just pack the house!! That would be great!!
I have been telling everyone and I have it as an event on my Facebook page. It will definitely be packed I know a lot of women that are interested in rtc. So I hope they will show up along with everyone else I invited.

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Posted 22 February 2012 - 07:43 AM

The bar I was talking about was Good Vibrations. It was in the strip mall that Bravos is in. Landlord claimed that he had too many complaints from Candledick so would not renew our lease. We moved it then to Belvidere in the strip mall next to Hammertime renamed to Jayne's Place. Again the landlord let the building go into foreclosure so we got out of the bar business.

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View Posttdiller, on 21 February 2012 - 11:35 AM, said:

The gated community you refer to is Candlewick. It's probably better that it is a gated community it keeps all the nut jobs that live there in one place. My wife owned a bar across the street form there and she can tell you all kinds of stuff about the folks living behind those gates. It is a a very repressive environment. with all kinds of crazy association rules. They even have their own security force. I'm not saying all the folks who live there are nuts because I know at least one person who lives there that is decent. Like many homeowner associations those in charge often think they own the world.


View Postmember 1911, on 19 February 2012 - 09:08 PM, said:

I just noticed this thread for the first time; all the readers from East of Rockford, Boone county area read a publication called the Boone County Shopper.  Boonecountyshopper.com.   I think you could add it to their web site.  Also there is a large gated community north of Belvidere, but I'm unsure of how to contact anyone there.  If I can talk someone into giving me a ride over there I will try to attend, thanks, Dale

tdiller,
I'm familiar with Candlewick; I didn't want to imply my opinion of the development.  Just that lots of people live there.  In my opinion maybe the gates should only swing one way, you pick the direction.  On another note, you talking about the Cubby Rain or Hydeout?  I've got friends that stopped there.          

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Posted 22 February 2012 - 02:03 PM

The wife and I will be there tonight.

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Posted 22 February 2012 - 04:03 PM

Dang, no word from Publisher's Clearing House, so I'm still stuck on night shift. I'll be with you in spirit.

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Posted 22 February 2012 - 05:55 PM

Good news, folks.  Finally some coverage in the Rockford Register Star!

Most local law enforcement leaders support concealed carry

http://www.rrstar.co...concealed-carry
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Posted 22 February 2012 - 11:52 PM

And pack the house we did! Estimated 250-275 in attendance. 3 tv news crews.
very intense crowd, no disruptive anti-gunners. U.S.congressman Adam Kinsinger was great, as was Sen. Dave Syverson who drove all the way from Springfield up to Rockford just for the meeting and had to leave right after to return to Springfield. Congressman Bobby Schilling had someone there to deliver a statement in support of RTC., Sen. Christine Johnson and Rep. Sosnowski both sent supporting statements, as did
Winnebago Co. Sheriff Myer.

Rep. Chuck Jefferson did not attend and did not send a statement. He was one of the only two "no" votes outside the Cook Co. area on RTC last May.

It will be interesting to see how the media present the meeting.

Thank you to States Att. Joe Bruscato, Rockford Mayor Larry Morrissey, and Mike Weisman of the ISRA also speaking.

Thanks to Kenny at kap guns for co-sponsoring the meeting.


A very, very special thank you to our fantastic members who worked so hard posting fliers and helping to get the word out!
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Posted 22 February 2012 - 11:58 PM

Great turn out.

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Posted 23 February 2012 - 12:09 AM

View PostThe 45 King, on 22 February 2012 - 11:58 PM, said:

Great turn out.
You, sir, can take a great deal of credit for that! Thank you! It was great meeting you. I had hoped we could all get together after wards  but by the time we got everything packed up, most everyone was gone.  It was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely wife!
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Posted 23 February 2012 - 12:10 AM

View PostThe 45 King, on 22 February 2012 - 11:58 PM, said:

Great turn out.
Nice!!!
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Posted 23 February 2012 - 01:38 AM

Rockford WREX Chanel 13 coverage of the meeting.

WIFR Rockford

WTVO 17
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Posted 23 February 2012 - 02:20 AM

Hardly any anti comments in those articles.  Haven't seen much in Chicago news either.
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Posted 23 February 2012 - 03:11 AM

Damn, I wish we could have gotten that kind of crowd at Logan Square, including some good politicians (I know they're hard to find around here).
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Posted 23 February 2012 - 03:12 AM

That was my friend that I invited that channel 13 interviewed. I didn't know she was gonna show up. She texted me and told me she was interviewed.

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Posted 23 February 2012 - 03:27 AM

View PostMolly B., on 23 February 2012 - 12:09 AM, said:

View PostThe 45 King, on 22 February 2012 - 11:58 PM, said:

Great turn out.
You, sir, can take a great deal of credit for that! Thank you! It was great meeting you. I had hoped we could all get together after wards  but by the time we got everything packed up, most everyone was gone.  It was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely wife!
Thank you the power of Facebook goes a long way. I was looking for you also but I went to buy a raffle ticket. One minute you were there and next you disappeared.  We will meet again. When the bill passes we should have a Concealed Carry Party.  Lol!!
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