Weekly Email 9/8/22: Regardless of Politics, the Leak of California Gun Owners’ Personal Data Was Wrong

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Regardless of Politics, the Leak of California Gun Owners’ Personal Data Was Wrong

Weekly Email 9/8/22

THIS WEEK AT SDCGO

Times of San Diego Op-Ed: Regardless of Politics, the Leak of California Gun Owners’ Personal Data Was Wrong
Update on Public Records Request
Shooting Social Mentors Needed
Gun Prom in the IE?!
Mark Your Calendars for our September Meetings
Executive Director Michael Schwartz on Riding Shotgun with Charlie!
SDCGO Merchandise Available
Blog - Defeated! SB 918 and California CCW Revisited
Gun Owners Radio: Women & Guns
Upcoming Training Opportunities

Times of San Diego Op-Ed: Regardless of Politics, the Leak of California Gun Owners’ Personal Data Was Wrong

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Regardless of your political views or your opinion of the Second Amendment or what you think of gun owners, the recent violation of personal privacy by the California Attorney General should disturb and alarm you.

You may have missed hearing about this because the news media didn’t prioritize its seriousness. Here’s what happened: In June, Rob Bonta‘s office made public a variety of personal information on hundreds of thousands of Californians who hold concealed weapons permits.

Read Michael's Op-Ed here...

Update on Public Records Request

Last month, we sent a letter to the Attorney General's office submitting a request under the California Public Records Act, requesting copies of communications regarding the breach of personal information of CCW holders in California.

The Public Records Act gives the public the right to access communications, documents, and more about almost in anything the government, and it's our biggest tool other than lawsuits to force them to comply.

Unfortunately, government politicians and bureaucrats do whatever they can to slow-roll or outright deny these requests -- particularly when the request seeks information that makes them look bad. As expected - the said no.

"In response to a PRA request, the Department may withhold certain records when the public interest served by not disclosing the records clearly outweighs the public interest," they wrote.

Your support for San Diego County Gun Owners is more important than ever, and means more than ever. Your membership allows us to represent gun owners as one voice to the media and to politicians, allowing us to be an effective champion for your Second Amendment rights! Please consider joining today.

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Read our Public Records Act Request Here

Read the AG's Response Here

We Need Shooting Social Mentors!

We are looking for more mentors at our upcoming shooting socials! You do not need to be an expert - it is just like taking a friend or neighbor to the shooting range to help them with a safe, first-time shooting experience. You just need to bring your eye and ear protection, a full-size handgun, and a smile. Everything else is provided!

Sunday, September 18 - Poway Weapons and Gear

Saturday, October 15 - Discount Gun Mart

Sunday, October 23 - Poway Weapons and Gear

For more locations and dates, please visit our Volunteer page!

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Our "Gun Shop Table Top" program is one of our most effective ways to reach out to current and new members. Volunteering is fun and easy! We provide all the materials you need, and all you have to do is show up. You would be passing out literature about the organization, signing up people for our mailing list, and sharing information about membership.

We have some amazing Table Top Leads who do an amazing job setting up and making sure you have everything you need! This is an incredibly valuable way to give back to the Second Amendment community and support San Diego County Gun Owners!

We have the following Table Tops coming up:

Saturday, September 17 - Precision Arms

Saturday, September 17 - Discount Gun Mart

Saturday, September 17 - SoCal Gun Broker

Saturday, September 17 - Poway Weapons and Gear

Saturday, October 8 - Turner's San Marcos

Saturday, October 8 - The Gun Range San Diego

For more locations and dates, please visit our Volunteer page!

Gun Prom in the IE?!

Join us at the Inland Empire Gun Owners Second Amendment Celebration Dinner in just a few months at March Air Force Museum in Riverside.

Tickets are available NOW! Visit the IEGO website to learn more today.

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We also want to give you PLENTY of notice to block off your calendars and make sure you can attend... Our 7th Annual Second Amendment Celebration Dinner will be Saturday, September 16, 2023!

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Mark Your Calendars for our September Meetings

Come attend one of our three monthly meetings at three locations across the county, open to members and guests. Light refreshments will be served at 6pm, and meeting starts at 6:30pm.

Central/East - Tuesday, September 20

Discount Gun Mart, 1510 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110

North County - Tuesday, September 20

Featuring guest speaker Brian Jones, State Senator

North County Shooting Center, 1440 Descanso Ave, San Marcos, CA 92069

South Bay - Thursday, September 22

La Bella Pizza, 373 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Come see how you can be the change you want to see in San Diego and California. Meet other Second Amendment advocates and learn how you can be effective and help get the right people elected.

You do not have to be a member to attend. There is no cost to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!!

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Executive Director Michael Schwartz on Riding Shotgun with Charlie!

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Check out the latest episode of Charlie Cook's Riding Shotgun with Charlie! It features a familiar face... SDCGO's Executive Director, Michael Schwartz!

Watch the episode on YouTube HERE!

Rock Your SDCGO Gear!

Have you checked out our merchandise yet?! We have shirts, hats, and polos available! Pint glasses have just been added too!

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Wear your SDCGO gear loud and proud. Use promo code BRUEN for 10% off!

SHOP TODAY!

Blog - Defeated! SB 918 and California CCW Revisited

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SB 918 failed. SB 918 was the response of Governor Newsom and California anti-2A legislators to the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) decision in the NYSRPA vs Bruen case. SCOTUS confirmed the right of a law-abiding citizen to carry a firearm in public for self-protection was indeed protected by the Second Amendment (2A). SB 918 would have made it impossible for a citizen with a CCW to legally carry a firearm almost anywhere in the state. I first wrote about it here.

Read Joe's Blog Here...

Gun Owners Radio: Women & Guns

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Did you catch last Sunday's episode of Gun Owners Radio LIVE on AM1170 The Answer, or live on YouTube?

If you missed it, FEAR NOT.... you can watch the replay on YouTube! Or find us on your favorite podcast subscription service.

Upcoming Training Opportunities!

Christenson Combatives Combat Rifle

Saturday, October 8

This course is designed for shooters with a good working knowledge of basic carbine marksmanship and gun handling skills. Take your shooting beyond the traditional flat range and to the next level. Students will be exposed to a variety of non traditional shooting techniques with an emphasis on shoot, move, and communicate.

For more information, or to sign up, CLICK HERE

Christenson Combatives Precision Rifle Fundamentals

Saturday and Sunday, October 8-9

An introduction to the fundamentals that are the foundation for precision long range shooting. This course is designed to take new or experienced shooters and set them up with the baseline fundamentals necessary to make precise, long range shots consistently. By the end of the course you will have confidence in your ability to employ your rifle at ranges from 100-1000yds.

For more information, or to sign up, CLICK HERE

Already a member and need to update your information or credit card?

Click HERE if you're an existing member.

SDCGO Resources

Exclusive discount for RECOIL Magazine

CCW Legal Protection

SDCGO Shooting Socials

NotMeSD - For Women, By Women

Just for New Gun Owners - #WhatTheGun

SDCGO Shooting Socials

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 $60/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

DATES:

NotMeSD Ladies Event

Saturday, October 8 at 8am

The Gun Range San Diego, 7853 Balboa Ave., San Diego, CA 92111

SDCGO Shooting Social

Saturday, November 12 at 8am

The Gun Range San Diego, 7853 Balboa Ave., San Diego, CA 92111

CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR TICKETS!