Tag Archives: Donal Fagan

Mehserle/Grant blog fallout

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Donal Fagan

Like nearly everyone else, Colorlines questions the verdict: Oscar Grant Verdict: What’s Inside the Jury’s Ruling The awkward ruling, which came after just under nine hours of deliberation, appears to both accept the defense case that Mehserle pulled his gun … Continue reading →

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Much Ado About 1911

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Donal Fagan

I feel thoroughly humbled after reading this article from Salon’s War Room, poking fun at a 9.12 Project event. First, here’s the real invite to a 912 member: Dear Tampa 912 Member, Please join us at the Alfano Conference and Banquet … Continue reading →

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NYC: Safe at Last?

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Donal Fagan

I find David Brooks one of the least convincing op-ed writers around, but I have to admit that he is a lot more sly than most conservatives. In this column, Brooks earnestly sells the new-found safety of The Big Apple: … Continue reading →

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Arlen Specter Under the Gun

Posted on May 16, 2010 by Donal Fagan

Back home in PA, Senator Arlen Specter is running neck and neck with Joe Sestak in the Democratic primary. According to Washington Post reporter Greg Sargent, the Kansas-born Specter, “is highlighting his vote against the assault weapons ban in the … Continue reading →

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For want of a pin …

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Donal Fagan

Here’s another story (via The Baltimore Sun) about a criminal going free on technicalities, and an unlucky citizen suffering as a result. “Michael R. Hunter Jr. pleaded guilty to having a .22-caliber revolver loaded with five bullets tucked in his … Continue reading →

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Zen and the Brain Chemistry of Hitting A Target With A Bullet

Posted on April 21, 2010 by Donal Fagan

Discover Magazine’s recent article “The Brain Why Athletes Are Geniuses” reinforces what I’ve heard before: great athletes are body geniuses. “Even a sport as seemingly straightforward as pistol shooting is surprisingly complex,” author Carl Zimmer declaims. “A marksman just points … Continue reading →

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Baltimore Public “Saftey” vs Budget Cuts

Posted on April 17, 2010 by Donal Fagan

That Ashtabula judge is not the only one trying to invoke public safety to keep his budget intact. The Fraternal Order of Police planned to hold a rally last Monday and march on Baltimore City Hall. Now is the time … Continue reading →

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