WOW! I saw this thread and started reading from the beginning. I've learned a lot.
I'm glad to hear it "seems" to be working out.
For those of you who live outside the state and feel we are a lost cause, I disagree. In fact, I was one of those complacent Californians up until about a year or two ago. Now I'm a letter writing, pro gun organization maniac. I used to vote Democrat I now vote for for the candidate who will protect my rights.
I've met more NEW members to the NRA here in CA than existing members.
We are NOT a lost cause. We do need help. CA, NY, and MA are the front lines of the battle to protect the second amendment. We are losing the war on the front lines. We need YOUR help.
Those of you who have the opinion that it's not your problem or that it won't happen to you... That's what I thought back in the 80's and I went to sleep and this is what I woke up to.