Just saw a promo for the Channel 5 news in Boston. Tonight at 11 PM, they are going to do a story on how tough it is to get pepper spray in this state and the long times you have to wait for a permit. It should be interesting to see what they say.
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Maybe, just maybe and it's a long shot, this could be a catalyst for some small positive change. BTW where the hell is GOAL on this? Nowhere to be seen from what I'm seeing.
Maybe, just maybe and it's a long shot, this could be a catalyst for some small positive change. BTW where the hell is GOAL on this? Nowhere to be seen from what I'm seeing.
Changing the law will mean that all the legislators that vote for it, will be on GOAL's side....
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2128
ETA: Sorry wrong bill. Here's the right one:
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2145
That will stick in some throats.....
IMO this will not pass, as it will be a tacit admission that "everyday people (especially women)" NEED more than a whistle, and a fully charged phone, and have for a long time. What's next? Letting them pack heat?
Now is time to get this passed, not to politicize a tragic event but its now or never. Even the sheep in Boston might support this. Beside GOAL has said nothing on this, which is ridiculous.
What do you mean "GOAL has said nothing on this"?
If any of the local stations call, they'll be able to respond - but it's not as if they can crash a liveshot.....
GOAL has been pushing this (and other) legislation for months.....all the info is on their website (that's where I got the links in my previous post). Have you called, emailed or written you legislator(s) to tell them how you feel?
If yes, then thanks.
THE FIVE PEOPLE THAT MAKE UP GOAL NEED TO BE ALL OVER THIS! WHY AREN'T THEY STORMING THE NEWS STATIONS WITH GUNS AND DEMANDING THEY BE PUT ON THE AIR!
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Maybe, just maybe and it's a long shot, this could be a catalyst for some small positive change. BTW where the hell is GOAL on this? Nowhere to be seen from what I'm seeing.
Are you serious?? Why aren't you on the phone to the home numbers of your reps? Your ass is on the line as much as anyone else's, stand up and do something about it. Amongst the 5 people is ONE political lobbyist, the rest are support staff.
Are you serious?? Why aren't you on the phone to the home numbers of your reps? Your ass is on the line as much as anyone else's, stand up and do something about it. Amongst the 5 people is ONE political lobbyist, the rest are support staff.
No I wasn't serious.
What ever happened to women's "take back the night" demonstrations?
What year was that? Were these women the women who are labeled "Feminazi?"
Women, many of them are quite busy raising kids, feeding husbands and working full time. They just can't get out at night like they used to do.
During the first week of August, Boston Police have a "Night Out" program where residents are urged to turn on their outdoor lights and keep watch. That one night makes such a big difference!
Never mind GOAL, where's O- Bama on this one?
Hi everyone, in case you're wondering, Mike, our Comm's guy is out this week, thats why our social media has been so quiet. Also there will be no Friday News this week. He will be back on Monday. Thanks all!
Just shown on channel 5 they had 3 reps at the whistle hand out. They are demanding change, they will introduce legislation for better security at ATMs. You can't make this shit up anymore.
I believe GOAL membership is 15-20,000?If you look in the "Amy Lord" thread you'll see that a bill to eliminate permits for Mace has been reported out of committee with an "ought to pass" recommendation. That's a huge hurdle, but not the only one.
Where is GOAL? Working the issue in the State House, where changes will be made. The media can help, but dealing with the media is always a two edged sword. The energy is better spent in the State House.
All over it. Helped break it out from firearms legislation.Maybe, just maybe and it's a long shot, this could be a catalyst for some small positive change. BTW where the hell is GOAL on this? Nowhere to be seen from what I'm seeing.