EDITORIALS and COMMENTARY

Chuck Klein, © 2008

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Chuck Klein holds a Bachelor of Laws Degree; has a combined 25 years experience as a police officer and licensed private investigator; author of many books. He may be contacted through his web site: www.ChuckKlein.com

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Past Editorials: Recent editorial comments by Chuck Klein

A Tribute to Those Who Serve

KLEIN'S LAWS: Truths and Observations by Chuck Klein and others

These selected, published columns by Chuck Klein are from Guns & Ammo Magazine, The Cincinnati Enquirer and other national publications. Hot Rodding, The Glory Years Historical and personal accounts of the 1950s hot rodding era. Is It Really a Man's World?. A short humor piece. Guns In The Work Place A look at ramifications for employers, employees and patrons of businesses that prohibit the means of self-defense in the work place The 28th Amendment The 2nd Amendment has failed, is the time right for a new Constitutional Amendment? The Single Issue Voter The single most important issue voters should consider. America is Beautiful Klein's definition of the famous poem/song as published in the U.S. Congressional Record. Semantics: What Words Don't the Anti's Understand? Definitions of words common to a republic. The Race Issue A no-holds-barred essay on why the issue of race is still a problem in America. Reasonableness Defined A look at how the term "reasonable" has crept into constitutional mandates. An American Hero. The story of how one man faced prison to fight and win a battle to change the law. Police Hero? A true accounting of an incident at the Woodlawn, Ohio Police Department. 9th Amendment defined and explained. A look at the U.S. constitution's 9th Amendment and its meaning in relationship to "other" rights. Judicial Accountability. An essay observing problems with the American Judicial system. A Dirty Little Judicial Secret. An essay observing problems with the American Judicial system. Evolution of Rights and Wrongs A look at how our rights have been eroded and some suggestions on how to fix them. Lead Poisoning Concerns for Police Officers. This treatise looks at the dangers of lead poisoning to those who frequent shooting ranges or reload ammunition. Tactical Weapons Training School P.I. MAGAZINE'S feature article on the best of the best firearms training academy. Firearm Tests Published firearm evaluations for Glock Model 36 and other handguns and related products.

Police Ethics. A hard look at ethical behavior of police officers in the face of danger. Published by the international organization: The New Criminologist

At What Point Does Paranoia Become Prudence? A look at gun issues from a Jewish perspective.

The Pledge of Allegiance with Annotations The American Pledge of Allegiance explained in simple terms.

Chuck Klein Home Page Published Books, Bio., other links and author contact.

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TRIBUTE TO THOSE WHO SERVE

By Chuck Klein

(Published 30 Mar 08, Brown County [Ohio] Press)

During this Presidential election year, as the rhetoric degenerates to name-calling, false accusations and out and out hatred, perhaps it’s time we reflect on who we - American citizens of all colors, races, religions and party affiliation - really are. We all have the same goals, only different courses to achieve them. Only in America do Democrats and Republicans, side by side, serve each other and each other's compatriots.

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Memorial, Veterans and Independence;
Are American tear producing days;
When we honor our soldiers;
Past and present;

We are so blessed;
To have such patriotic citizens;
Who have unselfishly "served" this country;
So many times.

But right here on our soil;
And in highly visible positions;
Are others of every affiliation;
Who "serve" this great nation.

Everyday our first line of defense;
Our police officers and firefighters;
Unflinchingly "serve" at risks;
That cost some their livelihood, and lives.

There are, of course, far more;
Who "serve" America and Americans;
Monetarily and via countless philanthropic groups;
That contribute to our common good;

Complementing these benevolent associations;
Is a multitude of unorganized volunteers;
Who quietly "serve" at hospitals, libraries;
And the vast number of eclectic, charitable fund-raisers.

America is unique;
Inasmuch as this cadre of unpaid citizens;
Take such good care of each other;
That the impersonal socialization;
Found in other countries;
Is not needed here.

Many decent, law-abiding citizens;
The over-whelming majority of Americans;
Also "serve" their country:
By challenging unjust rules, standing up to wrong-doers;
Or facing down bullies.

If warfare ever threatens our front door;
There should be no doubt that our neighbors;
The ones who keep and bear arms;
Will stand back-to-back and shoulder-to-shoulder;
To tender their "service."

May God bless America and every American;
Where ever they may be;
And in whatever capacity they may "serve."

Chuck Klein is a Brown County Resident. His published books and contact information may be found on his web site: www.chuckklein.com

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IT'S A MATTER OF TRUST
Chuck Klein © 2002
Published in Gun Week Magazine

I'm a single issue voter - but that lone subject is indicative of what the perspective office holder thinks of me. I find it difficult to trust members of the Democratic Party whose long term goals have become an on-going agenda to restrict, control and confiscate firearms. In other words, if Democrats don't trust me, a law-abiding, trained citizen, with the basic constitutional right to protect myself and my family then they clearly cannot be trusted with other matters of importance. There are, of course, exceptions to every rule, but John Kerry is not one of them.

This is not to say that I support the full Republican party platform. I, for example, believe that stem cell research should be exploited and Roe v. Wade was a good decision. The world, at least for me and my family, will go on whether abortion, stem cells or other such issues are in force or not. All of those subjects are matters of personal opinions and have nothing to do with trust and individual security.

The only issue that impacts me and my family's personal safety is the matter of firearm restrictions. A candidate, such as John Kerry, who has sworn allegiance to a political party that has historically - law-by-law, edict-by-edict - worked to eliminate the means of self-preservation should not be elected to a position of power.

There's lots worse things than being killed by some thug - one is: watching a family member die at the hands of this thug because you were too much of a fool, or coward to own a gun - a tool Democrats don't trust you with.



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THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE with Annotations Chuck Klein, © 2005 Published in LINES OF DEFENSE, Police Ideology and the Constitution (2000). THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE "...should be rendered by standing at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform men should remove their headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should remain silent, face the flag and render the military salute." (36 USCS #172). The current version of this most sacred of American commitments [with annotations], reads: I Pledge Allegiance I [me, personally] pledge [promise as an oath, vow] allegiance [loyalty, duty, devotion] to the Flag of the United States of America, to the flag [the symbol, the representation] of the United States of America, [50 states joined together as one people] and to the Republic and to the Republic [a nation that lives by the rule of law] for which it Stands, for which it [the Flag] stands, [not only do we pledge our allegiance to the flag and the Republic, but we promise our loyalty and devotion to the principals on which this Republic is founded], One Nation Under G_d, one nation [united as a single people] under G_d, [a supreme being], Indivisible, indivisible, [we will not be divided against ourselves. Facing all enemies we stand together - back to back, shoulder to shoulder, rich to poor, liberal to conservative], With Liberty and Justice for All. with liberty [freedom, sovereignty, emancipation] and justice [equality, fairness, truth, adherence to the rule of law] for all [every one who is within our power to protect].

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