I have seen ideas kicked around about things which may trigger an uprising much like 1776 where the patriots fought off the British, in a nutshell, it ain't gonna happen, at least not the way I see it.
There are many differences between then and now. Back then there were only 2% or 3% willing to fight but the majority of the population was more behind them. Today you may still have 2% or 3% willing to do their part but most of the population would be against you so it would be a loosing battle physically and intellectually. the 2% would be viewed like the Waco group. Also back then the patriots had weapons and 'technology' equal to the British, today that is not even close to being true. Sure you could fight but it would be like a gunfight between a single shot 22 and a 50 BMG, anyone with extensive military training understands this.Thirdly, back then we had our leaders in 'government' to follow, who is leading the charge today? I have an idea, lets put out an internet message for all patriots to show up for a meeting to lay out a strategy, let me know how it turns out............... I am not trying to be sarcastic just observe reality.
I do see the Patriot movement having a key role but not like in the past, wars and battle strategy evolve over the years so today things will look different.
I hope Romney wins because if not 0bama will make things much harder to overcome if at all and our second amendment rights will be either gone or heavily restricted. There are two main things we have to worry about, our gun rights (key to freedom) and our economic freedom, they are both important. 0bama will attack both. In regard to gun rights he will probably start out wanting to register weapons, the general population will agree because they can still keep them (for now) next will come a ban and they will have to be surrendered.Here is where the patriot movement will split away from the sheeple and things will get harder, you see right now about 30% to 40% of households have guns after confiscation it will only be about 5% (I guess). This will be acceptable odds for total government takeover be it martial law or whatever. Anyone who wants things to come to this is foolish, pure and simple. You will loose a lot, most will die and without a doubt everyone will loose many friends and family and your life will never recover.
Most of us are concerned about our second amendment rights and they are key but if you don't have a country or home to protect it is little comfort.
Personally I think the best option is to get Romney elected I understand he may not be the most gun friendly person but first and foremost we need to get strong economically and I really don't think Romney will go after gun control only because he will focus on the economy and gun control will have to pass the house as well, it won't be an issue for him. Even the Democrats don't dare push for gun control right now, it would be suicide for them. 
So where do I see the patriot movement coming into play? I see it mainly in a defense mode (if you need more explanation read the links in the text above) At some point the entitlement benefits have to be sliced, it is a huge portion of our budget. They wont be cut for people in real need but we have entire families on government assistance who have kids just to get money to live and they feel they are entitled. It could be caused by TEOTWAWKI disaster or economic collapse or reform. There is a number of ways this could come about and that that is not as critical as the result. When it happens government will try and solve the problem or deter it by offering food programs much like in past years, if things get really bad you may see FEMA camps to house people. Any of this will cause riots and mass looting on a large scale and it will force people to protect them selves with deadly force, many will die. Right now we have over 50% of the population relying on government for assistance in one form or another this will by default decrease greatly after a huge reset and maybe we will be equipped to elect a better government.0bama being reelected greatly complicates the process in a number of ways one of which is gun control, he needs it for his plan to try and succeed. Bottom line is NEVER succumb to any attempt to register weapons, it will lead to confiscation at some point and the more people you resist it will be harder to enforce.
All of this is speculation and if we have a huge nuclear disaster things may be vastly different.
Yes, way too many on the Government dime. Gun Control never, but these idiots like Colorado will make it rough.
ReplyDeleteWhat is your opinion on Foreign Aid?? IMHO some should be cut off. Screw with the U.S., gone.
Foreign aid has to be curbed greatly but it is a drop in the bucket compared to entitlement benefits.
DeleteExcellent...have a nice vacation.
ReplyDeleteThanks Bubba, it is hot everywhere it seems.
DeleteI listen to "Radio Free Redoubt" and I heard the saying, if Obama wins we hit a brick wall at 100 MPH. If Romney wins, we hit a brick wall at 80 MPH. Either way, were hitting a brick wall.
ReplyDeleteI also really believe that as long as we stay on this path, this country will go bankrupt like Greece and things will spiral out of control. Many factions will drive this country into "Balkanization" It will look like one big nationwide "Hurricane Katrina" event. Fema will of course be overwelmed, fema camp startups will fail due to riots within the camps etc. Guards will be abandoning thier post in favor of themselves and thier families.
I am do not want any of this to happen, I do not want this coutry and the Constitution to slip into the history books with the "Magna Carta" and "Code of Hannarabi" I believe the long term outlook is very bleak if we stay on this path of being in debt and rotting from within.
We have become the Roman Empire in the waning days. The internet is the "Road Network" of Anciet Rome, We export our culture and wars overseas just like the Romans. Our culture suffers from simular "Pagan Sexual Perversions" and gluttony like ancient Rome (we call it Living Large and Supersize everything)
Im sorry I wrote so much. I check this blog everyday and I felt I had something of significance to say.
Anon, no need to apologize, I do think either way things will be tough however like you said a 80 mph crash is slightly eaiser to survive than 100 mph.
DeleteAdditionally, when the Revolution started, the military forces of the states were solely militia. You had large numbers of locally organized and trained armed groups. They rallied when needed, such as at Lexington, Concord and on the route back to Boston. These same groups were the initial components of the Continental Army. That type of military organization does not exist today. Instead, we have a professional army and individual gun owners. Most importantly, that professional army is constituted to defend the nation not the individual citizens of the nation.
ReplyDeleteRagnar, Very true and they had an organized leadership.
DeleteIf martial law takes place we will have already taken over 1/3 of the population. Those who never believed in guns, will be packing. Either way, fewer people in the world, means less for the government to take care of! Did you hear how many people have become armed citizens? . . . Since the massacre? Surprised Obama has lasted this long! I didn't think he would last a full term! As to the next guy going in. .He had better bring a large shovel. We have come too far to turn around now. Romney is only as good as his money +-+ --till it runs out. If he straigtens this economy out, it won't be the poor people paying the highest taxes. There was a little short guy with a strange mustache, ruled his country with an iron hand. And he Did believe in population.control. Less people, less fodder. We can't all go out in a Blaze of Glory.
ReplyDeletekingturkeyoak, It's true those who refuse to arm will be gone. After the riots there will be a lot less mouths to feed, no doubt.
DeleteEver time I look at my seven year old daughter's innocent hazel eyes, I know without a doubt I would do whatever it takes.
ReplyDeleteIt is about her future. I sure as hell hope it isn't grim.
Amy, Good reason to hope. Thanks.
DeleteYou posit a 'slightly' different outcome than we've discussed. We 'think' the riots and anarchy will occur next year after sequestration hits, and before they can do the gun registration. We also 'think' the cities will take the brunt of the rioting, and fly over country will basically be spared other than the 'drive through' attempts to loot/rob. But concur it will be DEFENSIVE in nature! Well written!
ReplyDeleteOld NFO, Maybe. I do think like you said the major rioting will take place in city's. Thanks.
DeleteI hope you're being pessimistic. Just in case, we're laying supplies and personal protection deep and often.
ReplyDeleteDaddyBear, it is always wise to be prepared, hope for the best and prepare for the worst. Thanks.
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