Other Pre-CCW signs...
Starting last Fall The Shooters Shop started running ads on the radio proclaiming "CCW IS COMING TO WISCONSIN! ARE YOU READY?" etc. etc. etc.
I know the lead-time on producing advertisements can be several weeks, and as a business, it's completely understandable that they want to capitalize on the "rush" whether it's the pre-CCW trickle of "hopefuls" or being swamped once it passes.
It also momentarily made me feel like "they knew something" too. However, I sincerely doubt that they're on the inside track anymore than we are, assuming you've read WCCA materials, or talked to Monkeleg.
I was a bit conflicted about the ad. I know there's shooters out there in WI who are completely oblivious to just how close and how soon CCW is going to be on the cusp this coming month, so for some, even hearing about it was good. Unfortunately the advertisement also made CCW sound like a done deal, and probably promoted some more of the legendary WI "pro-gun laziness" that Monkeyleg has been so frustrated about.
Just a recap, here is where CCW in WI stands as of now:
This summer, the State Supreme Court ruled in favor of a shopkeeper that Wisconsin’s anti-CCW statute is partially unconstitutional in lieu of WI's RKBA amendment that passed a few years ago. CCW on your own private property, or your business if you're the owner is now legal. The WI SC majority opinion encourages the legislature to clarify CCW, and enact a permit system for outside private property.
Sen. Zien's PPA (Personal Protection Act) Passed the senate last fall, 4 votes over veto-proof.
The Assembly version of the PPA passed the assembly last fall, 2 votes shy of veto-proof. Two dissenting Republicans aren't completely anti-carry, just had specific gripes with the bill in its current form, and promised to vote to override the Governor.
Governor Doyle has vetoed the PPA/CCW.
The override session is pending this coming January, and it's critical we do not lose any override votes in either house.
That's where it stands.
I'm positive that several of the legislators are dancing around like little kids who waited too long to pee, and it's critical we keep hammering them with phone calls and letters until the last minute. e-mails don't hurt, but are the least effective, so don't bother until you've called and written first.
If you live in a district with a "good" Assemblyman or Senator, it doesn’t hurt to drop them a line to let them know you appreciate their support, it may encourage them to keep the pressure on their colleuges. If you have a hopeless anti representing you, let them know they've lost your vote, and if you’re really angry, let them know that their obstructionism has encouraged you to donate your time and money to whoever their opponent will be in the next election. Remind them there is a cost for standing against the rights of the law-abiding to defend themselves.
If you have a pro-gun relative or friend who lives in another district, please have them write. If they balk or are too lazy, write a letter for them, put it in a stamped and addressed envelope, and have them sign it.
