Another excellent post SA-TX.
Chas,
While not quite as articulate or linguistic as SA-TX, I would like to summarize what I consider some critical points:
• Anyone who appreciates the American spirit cannot help but admire the magnitude of visibility brought about by common citizens in a grass roots efforts to restore the 2A freedoms of all Texans in a relatively short period of time. I do not know the founding history of the TSRA, but can imagine it too was initiated with the same spirit, courage, passion and audacity as currently experienced at OCDO. Through necessity TSRA has no doubt become more structured and pragmatic, which is typical of the maturing life cycle of any surviving organization. However, the underlying spirit and passion so critical during creation should be nurtured to ensure maximum life expectancy of the institute.
• My belief is the “he said, she said” defensive argument is futile in a forum where everyone has a voice. There is amble evidence on all sides that could be cussed and discussed, and batted back and forth, but to no real avail. It should be expected on a public forum that not all participants would have knowledge, experience or even respect for proper political etiquette. The value of diversity is harvested from these debates and discussions; even the expressions that appear to some as “out in left field” has value in forming perspectives. Recorded sessions provide evidence enough that even our most experienced legislative debaters can become outlandish on a passionate issue. But that behavior in and of itself is not sufficient evidence to dismiss the validity of an idea.
• I truly believe there is synergy to be gained in this situation. The instant credibility that would be achieved by endorsement from a highly respected institution like TSRA would be invaluable to the OCDO cause; and I’m sure as evident to you as to me. And on the other hand, just look at the potential energetic support that TSRA could harvest to further their current and future agendas. The passion, energy, excitement and legislative visibility that has been generated by this grass roots effort in a relatively short period of time has to be the covet of any serious political action group.
Thanks and Have a nice day!
