Blog: You Do Make a Difference – California’s Standard Capacity Magazine Ban
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Gun Prom Update
It gives me no pleasure to send this email. The reaction by elected officials across California has had little to no push-back by those who said they would protect our liberty and freedom if we elected them. As a result, we are unfortunately postponing our October 3rd Second Amendment Celebration Dinner again.
The basic information:
New Date. The new date is May 1, 2021 and the venue is the same (Town & Country Hotel in Mission Valley).
Details. All the pertinent details are the same and there is no action required by you. Your purchased ticket will reserve your seat or table at the dinner on May 1. All you have to do is change the date on your calendar and tell everyone you know that the date is now May 1.
Refunds. We would like to see all of you at our event. We can promise we will do everything we can to make the dinner well worth the wait. With the election one month away, we are doing everything we can to use donations to get the right people elected. However, if you want a refund for any reason, we are happy to accommodate and will do so in a timely manner. Just email us at Wendy@SDCGO.org.
Tell Everyone. Please help us get the word out by telling everyone you know who has a ticket of the rescheduled date of May 1, 2021. Are you sponsoring a table? Let your guests know. We would feel horrible if someone didn’t find out and we are doing everything we can to over communicate the change of date.
Special Note. If you purchased a seat or a table and want it to be a donation for the cause, just let us know. We have already been told by a few generous folks that SDCGO should keep the donation and they will buy another ticket next year. That is very generous, and we thank you for even considering it.
I tried everything I could think of. This dinner is an important community event for a lot of reasons. The dinner brings us together, sends the county a message about the strength of the Second Amendment community, and helps us raise money to fight for our Second Amendment rights in San Diego County. I spoke with county officials and many other venues in an attempt to have our event. I was convinced there was another option. Other states are opening business successfully and other events are happening without problems. The unfortunate reality is that the officials we elected who told us they would never compromise our freedom and would always stand up to the face of tyranny have failed us.
SDCGO is a political organization and we only focus on Second Amendment issues, but the way the response to COVID was handled is inexcusable. It is not enough to simply blame Governor Newsom and Supervisor Nathan Fletcher for forcing restrictions. Blame every elected official who did not do enough to fight back.
When we needed leaders the most, the response was little more than a few strongly worded letters and interviews full of platitudes.
Nothing has emphasized the importance of local elections and the importance of quality candidates more than what we are dealing with in 2020. For that reason, San Diego County Gun Owners’ resources are going into promoting the list of candidates we have vetted, making sure that gun owners have a reason to go vote, and helping volunteers do meaningful work to help win the election. We are not defeated. We are moving forward; empowered and a lot wiser.
Together, We Will Win.
Michael A. Schwartz
Executive Director
November 2020 General Election
Voter Guide!
We are immensely proud to present our November 2020 Voter Guide for San Diego’s municipal and county level offices! SDCGO vets candidates based on their Second Amendment views, their viability as a candidate for public office, and their character. Once they pass our test and our Advisory Board votes to endorse them, we compile a list, so you know who to vote for this November.
Reward these candidates with your vote, your donations, and your time by volunteering for their campaign. Most of all, make sure you tell everyone you know how important it is to vote for these candidates. Your Second Amendment future is counting on in.
A few points:
What About So-and-so? If they are running for city or county level offices in 2020 and you do not see them on our voter guide, it is safe to assume you should NOT vote for them. A lot of candidates were considered who did not earn SDCGO’s endorsement.
Your Voter Ballot. If you cannot verify that a pro Second Amendment organization has endorsed a candidate on your ballot…DO NOT VOTE FOR HIM/HER.
Leave it blank. Do not support candidates who will not support your Second Amendment. Supporting the “lesser of two evils” and allowing Second Amendment issues to become low priority is how California got to be so bad. California will not change until we change. Step #1 is giving good candidates your support and not giving bad candidates the time of day.
Make this the election YOU made the difference. Help our candidates win so we can be even more effective restoring and preserving our Second Amendment rights.
Not a member yet? Help us help these candidates by becoming a member today for as little as $10 a month. Join by clicking here: www.SDCGO.org/join
Together, We Will Win!
Michael A. Schwartz
Executive Director
San Diego County Gun Owners
Blackhound Optics Promotion!
Blackhound Optics is offering 5% off all optics and free shipping when you use promo code NOTMESD!
PLUS, they will be donating 30% of their proceeds to our NotMeSD program to fight domestic violence and sexual assault.
Are you a business owner who loves to support other Second Amendment supporters?
We're expanding our Perks program! If you'd like to give back to the Second Amendment community and promote your business at the same time, email wendy@sdcgo.org to get your business listed!
Blog: You Do Make a Difference – California’s Standard Capacity Magazine Ban
Activism comes in many forms. The point being to find something about which you are passionate and get involved in support of that something. At San Diego County Gun Owners (SDCGO) our passion is the Second Amendment (2A) and all things that come with it.
If you're a new shooter who is interested in an informal shooting experience, our Shooting Socials are a great way to dip your toe in the water!
For just $50/person, we can give you a safe, fun, safe, and educational first-time shooting experience. You will get:
1. One-on-one mentoring with an experienced volunteer 2. Safety briefing in a classroom 3. 2 Hours of range rental 4. Gun(s) to learn with 5. 50 rounds of ammunition 6. Paper target(s) 7. Eye protection 8. Ear protection
We have openings at the following event:
November 14 at 8am
Poway Weapons and Gear, 13550 Danielson St., Poway, CA
December 12 at 8am
The Gun Range San Diego, 7853 Balboa Ave., San Diego, CA
If you're an experienced shooter who is interested in being a mentor, check out our volunteer page to sign up to be a mentor.
NotMeSD is here to help!
Are you a woman, or know a woman, who has questions about buying a gun, getting training, or applying for your CCW? Check out our one-on-one mentorship program for women, by women!
Are you a new gun owner, or do you know any new gun owners?
We are proud to announce..... #WhatTheGun is here to help!
San Diego has so many great resources for new gun owners, so we decided to put all of the information on one page! Check out classes all around San Diego County designed for new gun owners and beginners.
If you have any questions about booths or shooting socials, or to be added to our volunteer list for first dibs on signing up for these events, please send us an email at wendy@sdcgo.org.
Thank you in advance for your dedication. And special thank you to those who have volunteered for us in the past!
Got CCW?
Still waiting to apply for your CCW? Don't wait!
We have a few ways to help.
Check out our online resources including a 12 minute video that walks you through the entire application process.
Attend one of our monthly seminars that walks you through the process. Check out our SDCGO event calendar for currently scheduled CCW seminars and other SDCGO events!
Attend one of our 4 monthly meetings in Central/East San Diego, North County, South Bay, or Fallbrook.
Here is a list of places that are hosting seminars monthly to teach you how to get a CCW. To sign up for a seminar, call or visit their website for more details:
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They are backed by a vast nationwide network of experienced firearm attorneys, and members are equipped with service and support from the moment the covered event occurs.
San Diego County Gun Owners proudly supports Firearms Legal Protection.
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