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  1. ep0k

    Group of antis planning Starbucks boycott on 14 February... who's up for coffee?

    http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/starbucks-pro-gun-policy-prompts-gun-victims-advocate-group-to-launch-nationwide-boycott-on-valentines-day-2012-137890863.html Possibly the most biased article I've read in awhile. Group's website is worse. In any event, their objective is to hit...
  2. ep0k

    For those interested in donating to MOCA

    Here's the link: http://maineopencarry.org/donate.html Shane, please endorse this post so people know they're going to the right place.
  3. ep0k

    T-Shirts

    Some of you may have seen Shane and Kaitlyn rocking the MOCA t-shirts at the RTK picnic. They're available on CafePress if anyone is interested. http://www.cafepress.com/maineopencarry
  4. ep0k

    Flyer for upcoming RTC BBQ

    http://maineopencarry.org/files/bbq-1.jpg
  5. ep0k

    Spoke with Lieutenant Sweatt today (PPD shift leader the day of the BBQ)

    Purpose of meeting was to discuss his concerns from LEO perspective and ours from free speech / RTKBA perspective. Take-away points as follows: I stressed that we do not want an overbearing police presence and are specifically not requesting any LEO for the event. He agreed but said the...
  6. ep0k

    National Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill Introduced

    http://cheaperthandirt.com/blog/?p=6833&utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=NationalCCWFacebookSocial022211 Anyone heard more about this? Looks like they want to propose a national standard which would allow true nationwide CCW reciprocity. I can see that being very good or very bad.
  7. ep0k

    Looking for a shooting range in Midcoast

    Anyone know a good shooting range in the Wiscasset / Bath / Woolwich area? Hard to get trigger time around here. No hunting / no shooting signs all over the damn place.
  8. ep0k

    Comment dump from WGME-13 Web Poll. Yes, I can be sarcastic.

    As it currently stands, ~75% of respondents are opposed to the measure. I'm sure a few of you guys are in here. First, comments opposing the measure: Now, for those supporting the measure. Think I'll take each of these in turn. How convenient for you that in working to preserve all gun rights I...
  9. ep0k

    Another project. Need examples of armed civilians stopping active shooters.

    Working on another project. Need examples of armed citizens defending themselves, assisting law enforcement, etc in active shooter scenarios. So far I've got: Texas A&M (1966) - Armed civilians law down suppressive fire against shooter Charles Whitman, forcing him to take cover and severely...
  10. ep0k

    Letter to the Mayor

    Just sent this out. UPDATE: Mayor responded. Confirmed that he will take all written and verbal comments under consideration.
  11. ep0k

    Mall Ninja,

    Mall ninja, responsible carry, etc For the overwhelming majority of the Maine OC community, this isn't relevant, but it needs to be stated plainly and I think a few of the lurkers could benefit from reading this. Your handgun is not a fashion accessory. It is not a toy for grown men. It is...
  12. ep0k

    Need examples of state laws which violate state constitution

    Working on a project. Could use examples of state laws which could be construed to violate article 1, section 16, Maine State Constitution. Not focusing on local municipal statutes at this time. Suggestions? Examples? Fire away!
  13. ep0k

    Writing a FAQ, what you want to see on there?

    Could use some feedback for the FAQ section of the site I'm working on. Any suggestions? EDIT: FAQ in its current form: http://maineopencarry.org/faq.html Would appreciate feedback.
  14. ep0k

    Two arrested in connection with random attacks in Portland

    http://www.pressherald.com/news/random-attacks-result-in-arrests-of-two-suspects_2010-10-27.html Yup, I'm just a paranoid wacko for wanting to open-carry in such a safe, crime-free state. Truly there's no need whatsoever to deter crime with the visible presence of a firearm. </sarcasm>
  15. ep0k

    12 Oct 2010 Portland City Council Assessment

    Alright folks, here's the skinny for those who couldn't make it. Shane, Norman, and myself spoke against the proposed legislation. The City Council constrained the scope of the meeting to the "proposed legislation" as worded in the 30 September letter which included the much-touted CFP...
  16. ep0k

    Brady Campaign gives Obama an "F"

    http://www.bradycampaign.org/media/press/view/1214/
  17. ep0k

    Membership - What would you like to see?

    What we discovered with our initial membership model is that it was simply out of most people's price range and it didn't look like there would really be recurring benefits for people who wanted to renew after a year (how many t-shirts do you really need, after all...?) My thinking on the topic...
  18. ep0k

    Website Updates

    Just updated the website. Check out membership, videos, Erik B. Scott memorial, new essay, and more.
  19. ep0k

    Interacting with the public

    One of the things I liked the most about Sanford was getting into the community and talking with the local residents. They seemed to have a generally favorable reaction to our presence. We should take that as a lesson learned, I think.
  20. ep0k

    MOCA on ABC Nightline, tonight

    Just found out that Maine Open Carry Association will be on ABC Nightline tonight. More to follow as I get the details. Edit: 1135 PM EST For those who didn't catch it, here's the clip on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpiTJlufFdI Shane got some screen time.
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