Minnesota's limited firearms use changes



 

 

Dear Representatives,

 

I am sending this email in regards to changing regulation in regards to Minnesota’s current “shotgun zone”. please take a couple minutes to read through and consider a sponsor. I have currently been in contact with my Rep, Dean Urdahl about this issue. I have changed the language in the above attachments to indicate change, based on Michigans new Law. Blue indicated removal and Red is addition. ~ Ben Smith

 

The era of the classic shotgun is over, smooth bore barrels at 50 yards with iron sights is a thing of the past. Over the last 3 years several states including, Indiana and Ohio have passed legislation to include straight walled cartridges to be used in limited firearms zones. Ballistics for straight walled cartridges are similar to muzzle loaders and shotguns. With the advancement of muzzle loaders and shotguns over the last 20 years, its high time our grand fathers lever actions and cowboy guns are included in this list.

Every one of you either hunts or has family members who do, please take time to seek their opinion on this.

 

Sabot slugs have reached nearly $5 a round. I have 6 boys, this makes slug hunting extremely expensive. We would love to be able to use a lever action .44 magnum for deer hunting. With similar ballistics to a .20ga, ammo is closer to $1 a round instead of $4 a round, making deer hunting an economical venture.

 

The following list is similar cartridges approved in Ohio. Haven’t heard of some of them? Me neither! Some of this list, including the .45 ACP are not legal under Minnesota Law. We are not looking to change that. This merely an example of what is legal in OHIO......

 

 

357 Magnum, .357 Maximum, .38 Special, .375 Super Magnum, .375 Winchester, .38-55, .41 Long Colt, .41 Magnum, .44 Special, .44 Magnum, .444 Marlin, .45 ACP, .45 Colt, .45 Long Colt, .45 Winchester Magnum, .45 Smith & Wesson, .454 Cassull, .460 Smith & Wesson, .45-70, .45-90, .45-110, .475 Linebaugh, .50-70, .50-90, .50-100, .50-110 and .500 Smith & Wesson.

The following links below are a couple articles pertaining to this issue.

http://www.fieldandstream.com/blogs/the-gun-nuts/gunfight-friday-straight-wall-deer-rifles

http://www.bucyrustelegraphforum.com/story/sports/local/beyond-the-scores/2014/11/22/ballistic-impact-will-new-law-impact-gun-season/19409227/

As a final note, to the every day guy living in shotgun zone, this is a BIG DEAL. it gives a multiple avenues for deer hunting. Minnesota has the second highest population of hunters in the nation! I have asked Rep. Urdahl to champion these changes. If anyone else would care to co sponsor, please talk to him! Regards, Ben Smith

 

 

Sec. 40.

[97B.318] ARMS USE AREAS AND RESTRICTIONS; REGULAR FIREARMS SEASON.

Subdivision 1.

Shotgun use area.

 

 

During the regular firearms season in the shotgun use area, only legal shotguns loaded with single-slug shotgun shells, legal muzzle-loading long guns, and legal handguns may be used for taking deer. Legal shotguns include those with rifled barrels. The shotgun use area is that portion of the state lying within the following described boundary: Beginning on the west boundary of the state at U.S. Highway 10; thence along U.S. Highway 10 to State Trunk Highway (STH) 32; thence along STH 32 to STH 34; thence along STH 34 to Interstate Highway 94 (I-94); thence along I-94 to County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 40, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 40 to CSAH 82, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 82 to CSAH 22, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 22 to CSAH 6, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 6 to CSAH 14, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 14 to STH 29; thence along STH 29 to CSAH 46, Otter Tail County; thence along CSAH 46, Otter Tail County, to CSAH 22, Todd County; thence along CSAH 22 to U.S. Highway 71; thence along U.S. Highway 71 to STH 27; thence along STH 27 to the Mississippi River; thence along the east bank of the Mississippi River to STH 23; thence along STH 23 to STH 95; thence along STH 95 to U.S. Highway 8; thence along U.S. Highway 8 to the eastern boundary of the state; thence along the east, south, and west boundaries of the state to the point of beginning.

 Subdivision 1.

Limited Firearms Area.

 

 

During the regular firearms season in the limited firearms area, only legal shotguns loaded with single-slug shotgun shells, legal muzzle-loading long guns, legal handguns, .35 caliber or larger rifle loaded with straight-walled cartridges with a minimum case length of 1.16 inches and a maximum case length of 2.110 inches, may be used for taking deer. Legal shotguns include those with rifled barrels. The limited firearms area, is that portion of the state lying within the following described boundary: Beginning on the west boundary of the state at the northern boundary of Clay County; thence along the northern boundary of Clay County to State Trunk Highway (STH) 32; thence along STH 32 to STH 34; thence along STH 34 to Interstate Highway 94 (I-94); thence along I-94 to County State-Aid Highway (CSAH) 40, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 40 to CSAH 82, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 82 to CSAH 22, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 22 to CSAH 6, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 6 to CSAH 14, Douglas County; thence along CSAH 14 to STH 29; thence along STH 29 to CSAH 46, Otter Tail County; thence along CSAH 46, Otter Tail County, to CSAH 22, Todd County; thence along CSAH 22 to U.S. Highway 71; thence along U.S. Highway 71 to STH 27; thence along STH 27 to the Mississippi River; thence along the east bank of the Mississippi River to STH 23; thence along STH 23 to STH 95; thence along STH 95 to U.S. Highway 8; thence along U.S. Highway 8 to the eastern boundary of the state; thence along the east, south, and west boundaries of the state to the point of beginning.

 



Truth is Treason

Truth is Treason in the Empire of Lies ~ Ron Paul

 

 

 

   Let me explain what seems to be a movie title.

 

 

    Belgrade MN, Chief of Police, Derrick Bjork is living this quote. Over the last few months, Bjork has faced increasing opposition and hostility in his work environment. Why you ask?

 

   I have know Derrick for 19 years, he has been one of my best friends, honesty is his number one policy, treating all people with integrity and dignity is a close second. If he ever wrote you a ticket, you darn well know you deserved it.

 

   Most if not all officers, when asked to resign by a city council member will do everything in their power to fight to the bitter end and after 2 years of fighting, will WIN. All of their supporters will be super proud and within 2 weeks everyone is back to normal life, and hey, a new chief. So why is Bjork resigning with grace and dignity?

 

  TRUTH. 

This link takes you to the video Jordan Bjork and I took at the November 3rd, 2014 Belgrade City council meeting in which Derrick brings forth allegations and complaints made against him.  

   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0usI6H4zxhY

 

 

  Derrick has always had the support of the public. Don't believe me? Read the 100s of comments made on his Facebook support page, Supporting Officer DERRICK BJORK, 1200 likes on this page, which I help administrate.

 

 

  When Derrick brought these accusations that were made against him at the meeting, they were addressed with 1 thing. Denial. So he is obviously lying, or so they seem to be accusing him of lying. But why would they do that, after all, he has served the city of Belgrade and its businesses for 13 years. And not 1 complaint against him? They didn't expect kind hearted Derrick to actually make their wishes know to the public.  

 

  LIES.

 When wicked people are put in control they will do everything they can to remove 1 honest person. Its human nature. People are like animals, predictable. Normal, hard working people have no desire to run for an elected positions, I make the exception, Don Weiner. And what did the same "co council" do? Ran him out too.

 

  Its painfully obvious.  Officer Bjork has a heart. For the people. Problem is, his co workers don't!

 

   Derrick will do what is best for him and his family;  and as for the citizens of Belgrade and Brooten, they should actually riot. Pitchforks and torches riot. You as citizens in these towns can fix this "problem" you have. Run the NEPOTISIM and small socialist minds out of your Government.

 

  So, when I say;  Derrick's Truth and Honesty is Treason in an Empire of Lies, I mean it.

 

    A house divided against it's self cannot stand ~ Abraham Lincoln, so stand and be delivered!

 

                   ~ Benjamin Smith 

 

 

 

 P.S.  I will address lies spread by http://lionnews00.blogspot.com/ and council members in the coming days.

 

 

 

   

 

Confessions from my 86 year old Grandfather

A few weeks ago my Grandpa called me on a Saturday morning, just to say he was sorry. He said he need to call all of his grandchildren and get this off of his chest.

Born in 1924, he joined the Navy and went to serve his country in WW II along with his twin brother who died serving in the Air Force fighting in France. He has worked most of his life selling insurance, going to church, spending lots of time with the grand kids and enjoying the simple things in life.

In our family, sorry doesn't come easy. We tend to be very bull headed, and when we are right, well we are right and that's that - even when we are wrong. So for Grandpa to call to apologize for anything is not going to happen. Until that Saturday morning.

I wasn't ready for this. ~

I just want to say I'm sorry for not standing up for the right things when I was younger, after the war we didn't care, we had served our country and felt we deserved everything. I mean my twin brother died overseas and we felt we had earned and deserved all the free stuff in FDR's New Deals It was my whole generation, we didn't care. We new that our grandchildren and great grandchildren would have to pay for this their blood would be on us but we didn't care. I new what was right and should have stood up for what I believed in. Problem was we just wanted to focus on life after the war but we didn't want to have to get involved in that stuff, we realized the consequences it might have on future generations, i mean we new but didn't really care. You guys have to deal with way worse stuff because we didn't stop this stuff when we had a chance in the 40s' and 50's, and now the government is completely out of control with its handouts and spending, its on the news every night. Now you kids get to try and deal with these problems and I'm sorry.

And that was it, I really didn't know what to say, what could I say? You are right? Don't worry about it? I do worry about it, we should all worry about it. Even late in life Grandpa cares now, and he's on the way out.

No rest for the weary, its time to make ourselves heard and noticed. Our country is on the verge of bankruptcy and people still don't care. Take a lesson from my Grandpa, and get involved and make a difference, he didn't but you can!


~ Benjamin Smith

Part 3: The how and where of Dinars

Now that we have discussed the history and possibilities of Iraq and its future, let talk about where is our best option to invest in Iraq.

You want something that is safe, secure, easy to access, and easy to buy, sell and trade.

There are 4 main options, buy from a reputable website, buy it on EBay from a certified seller, find a Chase Bank to get it at, or open an over seas account.

Buying from a Website is a great option, they let you pick your denomination, pay with a credit card, and usually sell and buy, that way you have a way out to. Also if something goes wrong you can get your money back. DO NOT ever pay with a wire transfer or money order! Check out this site http://www.dinartrade.com/

Buy on EBay can be a way to save money over a website, but you also run a higher risk of getting scammed or fake notes. Buy only from reputable dealers with high feedback's. And make sure they have a return policy, and their currency is certified.

Chase Bank is the only bank you can get them at in the US right now. Call your local branch and they will order them from their fulfillment center and you will have them in a day or two available to pick up. http://reviews.ebay.com/US-BANK-IS-NOW-EXCHANGING-IRAQI-DINARS_W0QQugidZ10000000004899723

Finally you can open and over seas account, this might be the easiest most efficient way to do it. There a only few banks to do this with, and the banks in Iraq is probably your best bet. Here is a list check it out and see what you think is best.http://www.iraqi-dinar-4escape.com/account.html

And lastly, do your research, and then decide is the risk worth a shot at reward? I will leave that for you to decide.

Sons Of Liberty and their origin

First of all I would like to say that the Tea Party should be called the New Sons Of Liberty Party, but lets go back to 1765. I will keep this short and sweet.

Early 1765, England is starting to make Americans mad. A group of Massachusetts business owners and concerned citizens, these were normal workers and tradesmen, not wealthy trust fund brats or politicans. They decide to form a political action group to protest high taxes like the Stamp Act and over regulation. They called their orginizaton The Loyal Nine and after a while there were more tha nine so it became known as The Sons of Liberty. This was a secret society, highly influentual and active. By the end of the year they were in every colony. And by the end of 1766 they had removed nearly all opposition from power and controlled all legislature. But England refused to listen to the objections of the people in colonial America. And you can thank them for the revolt and the 1773 Tea Party! History has a way of repeating itself, we shall see.

Part 2: Iraq, China and investing in Iraq

 So why should we invest in the Iraqi Dinar when the country is still not under control of its own government, and the Dinar is worth less than it was in 2004? Isn't that extremely high risk? And you might not get a return on you money for 5-10 years! And what if the US bombs Iran? Then what? You might loose everything you invested! That being said, this kind of investment is HIGH RISK, but with high risk comes the possibility of VERY HIGH RETURN.

  Iraq is a very wealthy country, in the sense that they are sitting on more than 1/3rd of the oil in the world. But there economy is currently in shambles, and the US government is trying to hurry up the process of getting the Iraqi Government back in control and bring them back on line as soon as possible. In my opinion it is in the best interest of the administration to make this happen before the next presidential election.

  President Bush passed a law making it legal to invest in the New Iraq after 2003, before the invasion it was illegal to invest in Iraq due to sanctions. People have been betting that the Dinar will turn around for the last 7 years, who would have thought we would be in our 7th year of occupation? And every day is one closer to the US getting out and Iraq selling on the open market again.

In the last year China has won 10's of Billions in contracts to build refineries, run oil fields and operations, in fact they have personnel on the ground working on fields right now! So if China has anything to do with it, Iraq will not fail, it is in the best interest of China to keep Iraq stable and get them back on line as soon as possible! With China controlling the oil and the us keeping military bases in Iraq it could be time to make alot of money.

  A final thought for this segment, if the Dinar is 1000 to 1 on the dollar right now, and in 1995 it was 3.20 to 1 on the dollar, with hyper inflation imminent in the future of the US and oil is sure to sky rocket with inflation, it could be a great time to invest! Look at it this way, when you buy the dinar you are buying oil stocks!

 Part 3 will come tomorrow and I will talk about where you can get Dinars to invest in and how exchange works.

         By Benjamin Smith

 "When you buy dinar it is a long term decision. There are a lot of rumors about when the dinar will revalue and allow dinar investors to make a huge profit. Many of these rumors provide a timeline of six months or less. However, keep in mind that like any foreign currency, the dinar is tied to the strength and stability of Iraq. This means that it must first form a stable political regime to promote and protect its economy. This is going to take years, not six months. So keep this time frame in mind when buying the Iraqi Dinar". By Daniel Carlson

A history lesson on Afghanistan, Iraq, and BIG Risk Investment!

Part: 1

I have been looking into investing in the IRAQI Dinar. To invest or not to invest.

But first lets start back in 1979. The Soviet Union invades Afghanistan, they stay until 1989. In this amount of time the Afghi, ( afghanistan currency ) was all over the board in value, very unstable. It went as low as 73,000 to 1 on the dollar. Even after it was reset at a 50/1 in 1981. In 1996 the Taliban took over and said the Afghi was worthless, at this time it was trading at 21,000/1. In 2000 it traded at 6200/1, and in 2004 traded at 4300/1. Now it is trading at 45/1.

That means if you would have invested 1,000 USD in 2004 you would now have 4 MIL in the bank today 6 years later. Alot of people made a killing including military stationed Kuwait.

But this is very, VERY high risk. You had The Gulf War in 90-91 it made the area very unstable, but it survived. Now you have the invasion in Iraq 2003 throws the whole region into turmoil. The question is will Iraq survive? If the Chinese have anything to do with it they will!

Now to my point.

Before the Gulf War in 1989 the IRAQI Dinar was worth 3.21/1 over 3 times the US Dollar! By 1995 it was down to 5000/1.

When the US invaded Iraq in 2003, all of the old Iraq currency had Saddam on it and was banned. ( ww2 Hitler?) The NEW Dinar they started printing in 2003. Anything made before this in not legal for trade. It went as low as 4000/1. Currently it is about 1000 to 1 usd.

This all for tonight. I will continue this weekend! You won't want to miss my op on this.