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Summary: Abe Lincoln freed all men, but Sam Colt made them equal
Review: As a black firearms expert, personal safety trainer, and gun rights advocate, Kenneth V. F. Blanchard understands better than most that the promise of freedom is meaningless without the power to back it up. He's also well aware of the equalizing power of guns in the hands of responsible, well-trained, defense-minded citizens. His outstanding book could go a long way toward making that power more widely understood in the black community, and among the public in general.Much of the book is a practical introduction to responsible gun ownership, and it does an excellent job in that regard. Its greatest importance, however, may be as an antidote to the widespread belief, predominant in the black community, that the way to end gun violence is to pass laws restricting gun ownership. Blanchard points out the historical fact that, ever since firearms were invented, some groups have sought to maintain their power over others by preventing them from owning guns. From Japanese peasants under the Shoguns, to American blacks of the Jim Crow era, to European Jews under Nazi rule, those who have been denied the right to keep arms have paid dearly for it. Urban blacks are currently put in the unconscionable position of having the most restrictive gun laws in the country infringe their right to defend themselves, at the same time that they are victims of a disproportionate share of gun violence. The irony is that most black leaders support anti-gun laws in the misguided belief that such laws can deter criminals, who, by definition, disregard laws. (Crime data consistently show that over 90% of the guns used in violent crimes were obtained illegally.) If you agree that defending your life, property, and family are both your right and your responsibility, and that the best way to do that is to be armed, and especially if you disagree, you owe it to yourself to read Black Man with a Gun. Blanchard knows that "the leading cause of death for Americans is ignorance", and he has the cure.
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Summary: A Good Starter Book, And A Good Perspective For All
Review: As I expected, Blanchard's first book is geared more toward the non-gun owner and the new gun owner. It is full of up to date and useful information for the "beginner" gun owner. However, as a lifelong gun owner, collector, competitive shooter, and veteran of just about every book written on or near this subject, I found it quite worthwhile, and definitely worth the modest price. As a self trained student of American History, I was already well aware of the racist roots of gun control, and the lingering cultural effects and prejudices are quite evident even to an average white guy like me. This book is unique because it offers the rare chance to read this accurate view of the historical facts from a Black writer, and I encourage everyone interested in individual rights to read this book. The emotions that seeps through between the lines of this book are powerful. It is easy to gather that Blanchard is way more than a guy writing a book. He lives his values every day as the paramount Black proponent of the inherent human right to self defense. It is refreshing and encouraging to see a man like Blanchard with the courage to tell the truth, even when it is not popular. I place his efforts directly in parallel with the likes of Lew Rockwell and John R. Lott Jr., making this book one not to be missed.
Rating:
Summary: A Good Starter Book, And A Good Perspective For All
Review: As I expected, Blanchard's first book is geared more toward the non-gun owner and the new gun owner. It is full of up to date and useful information for the "beginner" gun owner. However, as a lifelong gun owner, collector, competitive shooter, and veteran of just about every book written on or near this subject, I found it quite worthwhile, and definitely worth the modest price. As a self trained student of American History, I was already well aware of the racist roots of gun control, and the lingering cultural effects and prejudices are quite evident even to an average white guy like me. This book is unique because it offers the rare chance to read this accurate view of the historical facts from a Black writer, and I encourage everyone interested in individual rights to read this book. The emotions that seeps through between the lines of this book are powerful. It is easy to gather that Blanchard is way more than a guy writing a book. He lives his values every day as the paramount Black proponent of the inherent human right to self defense. It is refreshing and encouraging to see a man like Blanchard with the courage to tell the truth, even when it is not popular. I place his efforts directly in parallel with the likes of Lew Rockwell and John R. Lott Jr., making this book one not to be missed.
Rating:
Summary: A Magnum Book
Review: Black Man With A Gun, A Responsible Gun Ownership Manual For African
Americans by Kenneth V. Blanchard is deep, broad, hard-hitting, and mind
opening. I was made aware of the fact that a police officers' role is to
enforce the law and that he is not mandated to protect our lives per se.
With that knowledge we should consider every other piece of advice in the
book with regard to being prepared to protect ourselves and our loved ones.
The book gives good advice to all responsible citizens on the selection
of, training in the use of, securing in the home and carrying of a suitable
firearm where it is legal to do so. The book speaks of self-protection. The
book does not emphasize arming all Blacks with guns for illegal purposes or
anarchy. The book speaks of Constitutional rights and personal
responsibilities.
The author skillfully makes the reader aware of the possible
consequences of not taking responsibility for ones own personal safety. He
teaches that firearms in the hands of trained, responsible citizens can be
used to maintain their well-being as well as the well-being of the innocent
bystander.
An excellent book, I await " The Return".
Rating:
Summary: A Magnum Book
Review: Black Man With A Gun, A Responsible Gun Ownership Manual For African
Americans by Kenneth V. Blanchard is deep, broad, hard-hitting, and mind
opening. I was made aware of the fact that a police officers' role is to
enforce the law and that he is not mandated to protect our lives per se.
With that knowledge we should consider every other piece of advice in the
book with regard to being prepared to protect ourselves and our loved ones.
The book gives good advice to all responsible citizens on the selection
of, training in the use of, securing in the home and carrying of a suitable
firearm where it is legal to do so. The book speaks of self-protection. The
book does not emphasize arming all Blacks with guns for illegal purposes or
anarchy. The book speaks of Constitutional rights and personal
responsibilities.
The author skillfully makes the reader aware of the possible
consequences of not taking responsibility for ones own personal safety. He
teaches that firearms in the hands of trained, responsible citizens can be
used to maintain their well-being as well as the well-being of the innocent
bystander.
An excellent book, I await " The Return".
Rating:
Summary: Engaging and thought provoking
Review: Don't be fooled by the title, this book is about so much more than people of color with firearms but it does succeed in grabbing your attention. Race is a secondary topic of the book but the authors thoughts are enough to open your eyes to the racist roots of American gun control laws. This book is recommended for anyone interest in firearms ownership. Blanchard even includes charts on the pros and cons of revolver versus pistols, and even provides a glossary of firearms related terms to assist the novice shooter which is very helpful. There is a chapter on the NRA in which the author discusses the importance of the organization without sounding like a paid endorser. Facts are provided to allow the reader to from their own opinion. In summation, I enjoyed this book because it strikes me as the authors well written labor of love that begins to sweep away the cobwebs that 400+ years of ignorance about gun control and the shooting sports can leave. Grade: A
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Summary: A political treatise...
Review: I found Mr Blanchard's book to read more like a political treatise than a manual for responsible gun ownership. Indeed, I found the book to be more of an NRA recruiting pamphlet than anything else. In his book, Blanchard makes some inflammatory statements about race and religion that he puts forth as fact, when indeed they are opinions. Advocating that gun ownership is fine and good is one thing (and I agree with it). Suggesting that black people are only free if we own guns is one of the stupidest things I have ever heard.
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Summary: Changed my attitude!
Review: Kenn Blanchard has finally exploded the myth for all citizens. The victims of gun control in America; including minorities, Jews, women, and others; have supported the very measures that perperuated their victim status. Kenn is clearly a decent and honest man who exposes the lies and warns all of us; not just blacks, Jews, and women; that careful and responsible ownership of firearms is legitimate and sometimes necessary in a free society. This is one of the best books I've read on the subjects of safe and responsible firearms ownership and use. It's also an enlightening and refreshing perspective. Kenn writes skillfully and from the heart.
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Summary: Pay Attention Women!
Review: Kenn Blanchard's first book is an eye opener for many reasons. Chief amongst them is that this book should wake women up. All women should be concerned with their own safety, and Kenn's book is proof.
This is an informative book about gun control and the effects it can, and has had, on society. Not a difficult read!
Rating:
Summary: On The Button
Review: Kenn hits the mark, and correctly dispels fears of gun ownership by the masses. Everyone should read this book, and everyone needs to own a gun. When there are no more guns, the politicians and conquerors can do what they want with us.
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