You may be familiar with the metaphor “the boiling frog,” here is a brief refresher or explanation for those unaware. Whether true or not, it makes for a good lesson. It is thought that if a frog were dropped into a boiling pot of water it would sense the heat and immediately jump out. However, it is said that if it were placed in room temperature water then gradually heated to the point of boiling it would ultimately stay, thus boil to death.
Like the boiling frog, the American people too are slowly but surely having their rights “boiled” away, in theory. We are losing our rights without the majority being aware of it. Some of us sense it, and many have been sounding the alarm. Those of us at IFC are fighting to have rights be restored and protected. While we have made great leaps and bounds at the state level, we are currently losing at the federal level.
One of the first forms of gun control in the United States was during the late 1800s and designed to prevent freed African American slaves from possessing firearms. It was not until the 14th Amendment being ratified in 1868 that made the 2nd Amendment racially neutral. It’s safe to say gun control in the U.S. was founded in racism.
Now that we’ve established a timeline of when the hypothetical pot was turned on, lets fast forward about 100 years to 1934 to when that temperature was gradually climbing, but not enough to sound an alarm because like all gun control “it’s for your safety.” 1934, Al Capone has his reign of terror, mainly against other gangsters, this would incentivize Congress to make a firearm registration law, for your safety of course.
25 years later one of the first known instances of a mass shooter Howard Unruh killed 13 people in 1949 a tragedy no doubt, adding to the incentive of gun registry, for your safety. Seeing the theme?
Three tragic murders would be catalysts in garnering broad support across the country for “gun control”. The public’s emotional reaction to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy in 1963 and of Rev. Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy in 1968, lead to enactment of the Gun Control Act of 1968. Is it getting hot in here?
1986 – Firearm Owners’ Protection Act, what a name, surely this cannot be bad, it must be for my safety. The FOPA rescinded most of the language in the Gun Control Act of 1968 and prohibition on the national registry of gun owners. The bill isn’t all bad as it reopened the interstate sale of long guns, legalized ammo shipment through the USPS, removed the requirement on keeping records of sales on non-armor piercing ammo, and federal protection of transportation of firearms through states where it may otherwise be illegal. One major flaw is the registration of machine guns as well as ending the sale of machine guns to civilians. Only proper FFL holders, police and military could possess these arms, for your safety of course.
Now to the present, where I believe we are about to a rolling boil. Many people have raised the alarm, especially at the state level with so many states passing Constitutional Carry and becoming 2nd Amendment Sanctuaries. Over 25% of Iowa’s counties are now 2A sanctuaries. We are at the digital age of information, we can spread information at a cyclic rate, the problem is often sifting through the fake to find the factual. The fact is now we are at a point where the BATFE is rogue and going after novelty items like bump stocks and binary triggers, as well as people printing their own firearms and companies selling solvent trap kits. Even simply having a file of a file of a 3d printable “mobile wall hangar” is justification enough for the ATF and FBI to raid your home or business.
Building and customizing firearms is as American as it gets. From slapping on some pearl grips, engraving names, animals, polishing a trigger, or carving a stock from a slab of walnut. So, when a government agency wants to infringe on those God given, fundamental human rights that are protected by the Constitution, what do we do? I believe a good example of that is currently what is going on with Rarebreed’s FRT trigger. They have simply stated that they will not comply with the BATFE’s demands because they are wrong but also because they are not a legislating body. I truly believe they are a fine example of getting out of that boiling pot or not getting in at all. People like that need supported and while I cannot advise you to not comply with unconstitutional laws, I believe whole heartedly that is the stance to make.
If you have ever wondered how we ended up here, hopefully this brief look at history will clear that up and the frog metaphor will resonate with you. It is not enough just to sit back and be silent, you must act, in the sense of being proactive with your rights. The frog in the boiling water is a story of not being aware and not acting on the threats that arise gradually rather than suddenly. Should our rights regarding firearms and accessories even be up for debate? I say no, give me liberty or give me death.
How can we slow the gun control and ultimately end it? Support those who truly support your rights, whether it be your local advocacy group, a business, or your legislators. There will always be people who will attempt to strip your freedom in the name of safety, now is more important than ever to let your voice be known, join Iowa Firearms Coalition today. https://membership.iowafc.org/
For Freedom Dillon Daughenbaugh IFC Communications Director
We all have heard of the exponential growth in firearms sales in the last two years. Between the COVID-19 lockdowns and civil unrest Americans are arming themselves at a tremendous rate. On October 6th, 2021, researchers John R Lott, and Rujun Wang released a detailed study on weapons permit issuance growth rates hitting an all time high.
“During the Coronavirus pandemic, the number of concealed handgun permits has soared to over 21.52 million – a 48% increase since 2016. It’s also a 10.5% increase over the number of permits we counted a year ago in 2020. Unlike gun ownership surveys that may be affected by people’s unwillingness to answer personal questions, concealed handgun permit data is the only really “hard data” that we have. This increase occurred despite 21 Constitutional Carry states that no longer provide data on all those legally carrying a concealed handgun because people in those states no longer need a permit to carry.
These numbers are particularly topical given that the U.S. Supreme Court will hear the concealed carry case of New York State Rifle & Pistol Association V. Corlett in November. That case will determine whether those requesting permits need to provide a “proper cause,” which means a good reason for obtaining a permit.”
In Iowa, The Quad Cities Times has just published an article showing that in Scott County, Weapons Carriage permits issued in 2020 more than doubled over 2019.
Not surprisingly, the Biden Administration continues to show just how out of step it is with most Americans. The have just announced another rabid anti-gun appointment, this time it’s Elizabeth Prelogar to the US Solicitor General’s post. Prelogar is the current acting Solicitor General and she has a long standing record of working with radical anti-gun rights groups including Everytown for Gun Safety. She is a hard leftist activist and has no business being the US Solicitor General. Expect to hear more about IFC’s opposition to this nomination and what you can do to stop it in the near future.
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Shoot Straight, Speak The Truth, and Never Surrender Our Liberties.
Dave Funk President, Iowa Firearms Coalition. #2A4IA
IFC WELCOMES NEWS OF TAYLOR AND LUCAS COUNTIES BECOMING “SECOND AMENDMENT SANCTUARIES”
The Taylor and Lucas County Board of Supervisors, respectively, have each approved their own resolutions to make their counties Second Amendment Sanctuaries. There are now 26 Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties in Iowa.
“This is the third Iowa county to pass a Second Amendment Sanctuary resolution this week,” said Dave Funk, IFC President. “While we applaud, and encourage more of Iowa’s counties to pass their own resolutions, the speed at which local elected leaders are taking a stand against unnecessary federal overreach should send a clear message to Washington that Iowans will not accept any steps to infringe on their civil rights.”
While Second Amendment Sanctuary legislation at the county level does not supersede federal law, it does prevent local resources from being used to enforce measures that are at odds with the U.S. Constitution.
The IFC has been working with state and local elected officials to protect the right of Iowans to keep and bear arms in the wake of threats by some in Washington, D.C. to support actions that would infringe upon the Second Amendment.
Iowa’s Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties, so far, also include: Mitchell, Chickasaw, Pocahontas, Hardin, Carroll, Jasper, Cedar, Washington, Madison, Mills, Adams, Clarke, Humboldt, Kossuth, Ringgold, Buchanan, Van Buren, Winnebago, Decatur, Dallas, Guthrie, Benton, Page, and Wayne.
If your County isn’t a 2A Sanctuary yet, READ THIS and get the ball rolling!
The Iowa Firearms Coalition, an affiliate of the NRA, is a 501(c4) nonprofit and Iowa’s only effective gun rights organization.
IFC WELCOMES NEWS OF PAGE COUNTY’S “SECOND AMENDMENT SANCTUARY” STATUS
The Page County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution on Tuesday to make their county Iowa’s 24th Second Amendment Sanctuary.
“At this point, it’s become a job, in the greatest sense of the word, to keep track of how many communities are affirming their Second Amendment rights,” said Dave Funk, IFC President. “We would like to thank the Page County Board of Supervisors for taking this important step in the fight against federal encroachment.”
While Second Amendment Sanctuary legislation at the county level does not supersede federal law, it does prevent local resources from being used to enforce measures that are at odds with the U.S. Constitution.
The IFC has been working with state and local elected officials to protect the right of Iowans to keep and bear arms in the wake of threats by some in Washington, D.C. to support actions that would infringe upon the Second Amendment.
Iowa’s Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties, so far, also include: Mitchell, Chickasaw, Pocahontas, Hardin, Carroll, Jasper, Cedar, Washington, Madison, Mills, Adams, Clarke, Humboldt, Kossuth, Ringgold, Buchanan, Van Buren, Winnebago, Decatur, Dallas, Guthrie, Benton and Wayne.
The Iowa Firearms Coalition, an affiliate of the NRA, is a 501(c4) nonprofit and Iowa’s only effective gun rights organization.
We are nearing 25% of Iowa’s counties being 2nd Amendment Sanctuaries. Senator Zach Nunn has also introduced a bill to make all of Iowa a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary. If you are interested in making your county a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary, please use the link below for guidance, also feel free to email IFC at info@iowafc.org. We are seeking volunteers to help the cause.
If you are not a resident of Iowa, or are needing more information regarding 2A Sanctuaries please follow the nationwide movement at https://sanctuarycounties.com/
Richard Rogers speaks with Senator Zach Nunn (R) regarding 2A Sanctuary and a bill to make Iowa a 2A Sanctuary State. Please watch the video of the interview linked below, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to keep up to date with Iowa Firearms Coalition!
With the 2nd Amendment Sanctuary movement well underway as we currently have twenty-three 2A Sanctuaries at the county level. IFC’s Richard Rogers was able to catch up with IA Senator Zach Nunn (R) to discuss many items. Among the topics were Iowa’s Freedom Amendment that will be on Iowa’s ballot in 2022, adding the right to keep and bear arms to Iowa’s Constitution. Please vote yes and encourage your friends and family to do the same.
Senator Nunn has not only served as a representative of Iowa but has also served in the military. He has a strong understanding of what it means to protect our fundamental rights like the 2nd Amendment not only abroad but here at home, which is why he has introduced a bill to make Iowa a 2A sanctuary state. The bill currently does not have a number but we will be sure to keep everyone updated throughout the process.
Senator Nunn (R) is running for the 3rd Congressional District. https://zachnunn.com/
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