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Announcing a new feature for registered users: if you have a Twitter account, you can now save your Twitter username in your LGF Account Settings page (it’s near the bottom of the page).

Once you enter the Twitter name and save settings, a link will appear in your LGF user profile that opens a window to your Twitter profile, where friends can click the Follow button and add you to their Twitter stream.

If you post an LGF Page, this new button shows up in the Page’s subheading next to your LGF username:

Here’s a Page I posted recently where you can see it in action: Apple’s Slow and Careful Crisis Management Doesn’t Always Work.

Thanks to “Curious Lurker” for suggesting the feature.

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Charles Johnson Wed, May 4, 2011 3:06:09pm

Next idea: have a feature to automatically send a tweet when a new LGF Page is posted.

That will require LGF users to grant access to the LGF Twitter web app, to update your account. I still have to write the code, but no passwords will be required -- you just do a little authorization thing once, and it will be automatic after that. LGF never gets access to your password, and you can revoke the authorization at any time in your Twitter account settings.

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:08:06pm

Spiffy idea.

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:09:13pm

This should also help us identify real lgf users from the stalker impostors.

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:10:03pm

Cool—thanks, Charles!

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:10:59pm

re: #3 Killgore Trout

This should also help us identify real lgf users from the stalker impostors.

That's actually what got me to thinking about it in the first place, heh.

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:11:25pm

re: #5 CuriousLurker

That's actually what got me to thinking about it in the first place, heh.

Good thinking.

PhillyPretzel Wed, May 4, 2011 3:11:41pm

It is a great idea for those who tweet.

Mostly sane, most of the time. Wed, May 4, 2011 3:11:48pm

I may be a twit but I do not tweet.

Perhaps I shall someday.

PhillyPretzel Wed, May 4, 2011 3:12:39pm

re: #8 EmmmieG
Don't feel bad; I do not tweet either.

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:13:40pm

re: #8 EmmmieG

I may be a twit but I do not tweet.

Perhaps I shall someday.

It took me a while. At first it seems kind of pointless but if you follow the right people it's an easy way to keep up with breaking news stories.

Mostly sane, most of the time. Wed, May 4, 2011 3:15:06pm

Does it require an actual, functional attention span?

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:16:45pm

I barely ever use twitter.

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:17:10pm

re: #11 EmmmieG

Does it require an actual, functional attention span?

Nah. It's very ADD friendly.

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:18:07pm

re: #12 wozzablog

I barely ever use twitter.

but i'm not difficult to find if anyone wants to add me.

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:19:14pm

re: #7 PhillyPretzel

It is a great idea for those who tweet.

re: #8 EmmmieG

I may be a twit but I do not tweet.

Perhaps I shall someday.

That's the thing though, you don't really have to actively tweet. You can just follow people & watch. As KT pointed out, it a great way to catch breaking news (and memes).

re: #11 EmmmieG

Does it require an actual, functional attention span?

'Fraid so; a little bit anyway. ;)

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:20:10pm

re: #14 wozzablog

but i'm not difficult to find if anyone wants to add me.

Okay, there are like 4 wozzablogs...

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:20:29pm

I confess, I'm tweetless
somebody has to bring up the rear

Dancing along the light of day Wed, May 4, 2011 3:21:09pm

re: #11 EmmmieG

Does it require an actual, functional attention span?

Counts me out!
lol!

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:21:13pm

re: #12 wozzablog

I barely ever use twitter.

I already get my recommended daily allowance of twit each day.

Dancing along the light of day Wed, May 4, 2011 3:21:50pm

re: #19 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

I already get my recommended daily allowance of twit each day.

And, THEN some!

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:22:21pm

re: #16 CuriousLurker

Okay, there are like 4 wozzablogs...

Hmmmm.

odd.

brb. gonna check.

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:23:20pm

I think I know why we won't see the Bin Laden death pic and certainly not full video of the raid. Here are some gory pics of the aftermath....
WARNING: This gallery contains graphic and violent images including dead bodies

All three of the bodies shown have head shots. 2 of them have only head wounds visible. No blood on the shirts, etc. It's starting to look like these might have been executions. I don't mind it in extreme cases like this but some people might think it's not sporting. It's kind of like why I'm not troubled by water boarding someone like KSM. These situations are very rare and very extreme.

PhillyPretzel Wed, May 4, 2011 3:23:24pm

re: #19 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)
We all get our daily allowance of twit everyday. Some days more than others.

Randall Gross Wed, May 4, 2011 3:23:28pm

Nice, thanks Charles

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:25:13pm

re: #16 CuriousLurker

Okay, there are like 4 wozzablogs...

jsut "@ wozzablog"

Brother Holy Cruise Missile of Mild Acceptance Wed, May 4, 2011 3:25:13pm

more funny:

Image: memes-lol-we-found-u.jpg

Randy W. Weeks Wed, May 4, 2011 3:26:47pm

Neat. I like twitter. Not that I tweet much, but it's cool following stuff.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:27:16pm

re: #22 Killgore Trout

I think I know why we won't see the Bin Laden death pic and certainly not full video of the raid. Here are some gory pics of the aftermath...
WARNING: This gallery contains graphic and violent images including dead bodies

All three of the bodies shown have head shots. 2 of them have only head wounds visible. No blood on the shirts, etc. It's starting to look like these might have been executions. I don't mind it in extreme cases like this but some people might think it's not sporting. It's kind of like why I'm not troubled by water boarding someone like KSM. These situations are very rare and very extreme.

I see no proof of execution...remember the guys that went in can put a 40mm through a quarter at 50ft...doesn't mean they were not executed tho, just another dimension to consider....head shots are the standard

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:27:19pm

re: #25 wozzablog

jsut "@ wozzablog"

Awww, look at you. Following you now. ;o)

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:29:40pm

re: #29 CuriousLurker

Awww, look at you. Following you now. ;o)

that was party as a pirate day, or some such.

Or get drunk as a pirate day.

Or something involving drinking and piracy.

Mostly sane, most of the time. Wed, May 4, 2011 3:31:20pm

re: #22 Killgore Trout

Going back to funny pictures of cats now.

Mostly sane, most of the time. Wed, May 4, 2011 3:32:03pm

Actually, I just signed up for a twitter account.

I already have three to four windows open at a time. What's one more?

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:32:28pm

re: #28 albusteve

I see no proof of execution...remember the guys that went in can put a 40mm through a quarter at 50ft...doesn't mean they were not executed tho, just another dimension to consider...head shots are the standard

I thought about the possibility of explosives but I think you'd see other wounds and more debris and dust on the floor. Even the last guy doesn't even have blood on his hands. He died instantly. It's my understanding that they are trained to shoot at the torso. A head shot on a moving target in doors would be pretty difficult.

Mostly sane, most of the time. Wed, May 4, 2011 3:33:25pm

Mwahahahaha

[Link: news.icanhascheezburger.com...]

austin_blue Wed, May 4, 2011 3:34:26pm

Nice feature. Sadly, I am not into social media like my wife. She uses it for communicating with hordes of people, mostly other musicians.

It's kind of amazing, really. She has worked with composers from Belfast, N.I. to Milwaukee, to Tampa, vetting scores, editing their harp licks so they can actually be played, even recording tracks and sending them out there so they can be edited into recordings.

It's kind of like a Virtual Orchestra. Which is just cool as all get out.

Me? Meh, not so much. I just don't have that much time, and I like my privacy.

PhillyPretzel Wed, May 4, 2011 3:34:32pm

re: #34 EmmmieG
Thank you for making me laugh. LOL

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:35:51pm

re: #33 Killgore Trout

I thought about the possibility of explosives but I think you'd see other wounds and more debris and dust on the floor. Even the last guy doesn't even have blood on his hands. He died instantly. It's my understanding that they are trained to shoot at the torso. A head shot on a moving target in doors would be pretty difficult.

Of course when you have multiple SEALs all firing at the same target, the likelihood that you end up with a headshot or 2 is not outside the realm of possibility.

We know there was a headshot, but how many other hits did he take as well?

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:36:12pm

re: #30 wozzablog

that was party as a pirate day, or some such.

Or get drunk as a pirate day.

Or something involving drinking and piracy.

LOL! Well, I like the cigarettes & coffee cup. A man after my own heart—I couldn't get through the day without a steady intake of both.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:37:14pm

re: #33 Killgore Trout

I thought about the possibility of explosives but I think you'd see other wounds and more debris and dust on the floor. Even the last guy doesn't even have blood on his hands. He died instantly. It's my understanding that they are trained to shoot at the torso. A head shot on a moving target in doors would be pretty difficult.

a shattered heart can still shoot back for quite a few long seconds....a head is a very large target for an expert, even moving around in close quarters....heh, I know every reply seems to hinge on how good the Seals are, but I believe it to be true....practice enough with your weapon and you can do some amazing shooting...still maybe they were summarily iced....but like you, either way is fine with me....these are extraordinary events

Brother Holy Cruise Missile of Mild Acceptance Wed, May 4, 2011 3:37:28pm

re: #34 EmmmieG

Mwahahahaha

[Link: news.icanhascheezburger.com...]

ROFLMAO, must have just put that one up.

Political Atheist Wed, May 4, 2011 3:37:49pm

re: #33 Killgore Trout

Years ago when I got to correspond with some Army Rangers (just after Kuwait) on tactics they told me of a new one at the time. Instead of a traditional "double tap" method, they changed to a single shot at the torso, then let the recoil get the gun up to head high fast. If there was a head in view, bang again. If not the target is going down already, and must be assessed as out and done or re targeted.

The change worked for me on the tactical practice range, it just took some practice. Anyone more current than I may have another view, tactics evolve fast.

Mostly sane, most of the time. Wed, May 4, 2011 3:38:38pm

See you all later.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:38:50pm

re: #37 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

Of course when you have multiple SEALs all firing at the same target, the likelihood that you end up with a headshot or 2 is not outside the realm of possibility.

We know there was a headshot, but how many other hits did he take as well?

which makes me believe pistols were involved...an auto three round burst to the head means no more head

darthstar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:38:54pm

re: #37 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

Of course when you have multiple SEALs all firing at the same target, the likelihood that you end up with a headshot or 2 is not outside the realm of possibility.

We know there was a headshot, but how many other hits did he take as well?

One in the head, one in the chest is what I heard. Sounds like one Seal tapped him in the chest and then put one into his left eye for good measure before he hit the floor.

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:39:02pm

re: #38 CuriousLurker

LOL! Well, I like the cigarettes & coffee cup. A man after my own heart—I couldn't get through the day without a steady intake of both.

That's one of my photos :)

I haven't smoked for years, but coffee is my staple. The cup in that pic is mine, the butts are donated for composition :p

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:39:18pm

Roman Catholic Bishop Raymond Lahey pleads guilty to child-porn charge

The wall that shielded Bishop Raymond Lahey's secret life of depravity collapsed in an instant after a simple question from an airport customs agent: do you have a laptop?

Lahey had just arrived in Ottawa on a flight from London on Sept. 15, 2009, bearing a passport that contained stamps for Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia — notorious child-sex tourism destinations.

He hadn't aroused suspicion until that point, but his relaxed tone changed noticeably and he grew anxious when the specific question was asked — three times. He hesitated again, and finally answered: "Yes."

That utterance sparked a chain of events that culminated Wednesday with Lahey, 70, pleading guilty in an Ottawa courtroom to importing child pornography.

Court heard that he had 588 images of child pornography involving boys on his laptop and a handheld device. The laptop also contained videos and text stories of child pornography.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:39:51pm

re: #41 Rightwingconspirator

Years ago when I got to correspond with some Army Rangers (just after Kuwait) on tactics they told me of a new one at the time. Instead of a traditional "double tap" method, they changed to a single shot at the torso, then let the recoil get the gun up to head high fast. If there was a head in view, bang again. If not the target is going down already, and must be assessed as out and done or re targeted.

The change worked for me on the tactical practice range, it just took some practice. Anyone more current than I may have another view, tactics evolve fast.

they must consider body armor as well

William Barnett-Lewis Wed, May 4, 2011 3:39:52pm

re: #41 Rightwingconspirator

Years ago when I got to correspond with some Army Rangers (just after Kuwait) on tactics they told me of a new one at the time. Instead of a traditional "double tap" method, they changed to a single shot at the torso, then let the recoil get the gun up to head high fast. If there was a head in view, bang again. If not the target is going down already, and must be assessed as out and done or re targeted.

The change worked for me on the tactical practice range, it just took some practice. Anyone more current than I may have another view, tactics evolve fast.

I've heard that called the "Mozambique Drill". The idea is that some may be wearing body armor, hence this modified version.

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:40:00pm

re: #43 albusteve

which makes me believe pistols were involved...an auto three round burst to the head means no more head

Probably a combination of pistols, M-4, shotguns, etc

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:40:33pm

re: #38 CuriousLurker

LOL! Well, I like the cigarettes & coffee cup. A man after my own heart—I couldn't get through the day without a steady intake of both.

Right click "view background image" - and you can save it if you want :)

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:41:27pm

re: #47 albusteve

they must consider body armor as well

When I was security forces, we were trained when presented with a single target, 2 shots to the chest, 1 to the head. Even wearing armor, 2 chest shots will stun a target for a head shot.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:41:55pm

re: #49 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

Probably a combination of pistols, M-4, shotguns, etc

for sure...I'd hate to go in without my trust Stoeger....I can make a mess in a hurry with it...and they shoot whatever fits the mode, whatever they want to pack, they have it

Brother Holy Cruise Missile of Mild Acceptance Wed, May 4, 2011 3:42:09pm

re: #43 albusteve

which makes me believe pistols were involved...an auto three round burst to the head means no more head

eh an MP5 might not do that much damage on a 3 rnd burst since it's a 9mm shell.

Political Atheist Wed, May 4, 2011 3:42:23pm

re: #48 wlewisiii

This came after the Mozambique drill, which is a double tap to the torso and then one to the head. The new method was just two shots. It's thought to be faster. Like I said tactics evolve and we do get attached to whatever we trained up in.

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:42:25pm

re: #50 wozzablog

Right click "view background image" - and you can save it if you want :)

Just did. Thanks!

Brother Holy Cruise Missile of Mild Acceptance Wed, May 4, 2011 3:42:39pm

re: #53 Dreggas

of course I am just guessing, haven't seen the result of one being fired on 3 rnd burst.

Obdicut Wed, May 4, 2011 3:42:43pm

re: #46 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

A goddamn bishop? I hadn't heard about that.

Ugh.

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:43:06pm

re: #53 Dreggas

eh an MP5 might not do that much damage on a 3 rnd burst since it's a 9mm shell.

HK have a .40 and a .45 model of the MP-5

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:43:13pm

re: #51 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

When I was security forces, we were trained when presented with a single target, 2 shots to the chest, 1 to the head. Even wearing armor, 2 chest shots will stun a target for a head shot.

hence, gun control....I imagine all these dead guys were peckered up pretty fair

CuriousLurker Wed, May 4, 2011 3:43:47pm

I'm out for now too. Later, lizards.

Wozza Matter? Wed, May 4, 2011 3:44:10pm

re: #55 CuriousLurker

Just did. Thanks!

:-)

no probs.

William Barnett-Lewis Wed, May 4, 2011 3:45:31pm

re: #54 Rightwingconspirator

This came after the Mozambique drill, which is a double tap to the torso and then one to the head. The new method was just two shots. It's thought to be faster. Like I said tactics evolve and we do get attached to whatever we trained up in.

I'll have to give that method a try once I get my (new to me) Ruger P97 paid for :) A .45 ACP should be about perfect for it.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:45:39pm

re: #56 Dreggas

of course I am just guessing, haven't seen the result of one being fired on 3 rnd burst.

total destruction....

Brother Holy Cruise Missile of Mild Acceptance Wed, May 4, 2011 3:46:20pm

re: #58 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

there's also the 9mm round model

Brother Holy Cruise Missile of Mild Acceptance Wed, May 4, 2011 3:47:02pm

re: #63 albusteve

total destruction...

like I said, never got to play with one so not sure what the 3 rounds from the 9mm variant would do, I can imagine there'd be pulp left from the .40 and .45 models.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:47:04pm

re: #64 Dreggas

there's also the 9mm round model

woohoo!...something for everybody!
I want a red one

Brother Holy Cruise Missile of Mild Acceptance Wed, May 4, 2011 3:47:59pm

re: #66 albusteve

woohoo!...something for everybody!
I want a red one

there are enough variations on their to keep most everyone happy...

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 3:48:50pm

re: #65 Dreggas

like I said, never got to play with one so not sure what the 3 rounds from the 9mm variant would do, I can imagine there'd be pulp left from the .40 and .45 models.

obviously, I'm guessing
all those rounds would be highly efficient, that's all I know

Political Atheist Wed, May 4, 2011 3:49:08pm

re: #62 wlewisiii
Tactics and tips...
You can fine tune the tactic by adjusting the recoil spring strength in your own gun BTW. Or you can zero in your double tap the same way. Try a few runs, put in a lighter spring, try again. Be careful about heavier springs, the slide may not fully cycle. Depends on the powder charge and (I think) velocity of burn.

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:49:13pm

re: #64 Dreggas

there's also the 9mm round model

Heckler & Koch UMP

There are three versions of the UMP: the UMP45, firing a .45 ACP cartridge; the UMP40, firing a .40 S&W cartridge; and the UMP9, firing a 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge. Apart from the different chambering, all versions feature the same basic design, the most noticeable difference being the curved magazine used on the UMP9 (whereas the UMP40 and UMP45 use a straight magazine). All three versions of the weapon can be converted to any of the available chamberings via replacement of the bolt, barrel, and magazine.

darthstar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:50:14pm

OT: My slogan submission for the National Ski Patrol must have gone over well...they're putting it on the back of their new bike jerseys.

Killgore Trout Wed, May 4, 2011 3:53:32pm

re: #37 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

Of course when you have multiple SEALs all firing at the same target, the likelihood that you end up with a headshot or 2 is not outside the realm of possibility.

We know there was a headshot, but how many other hits did he take as well?

It's tough to tell but at least two of those guys appear to have a single shot to the head with no other wounds. the third guy has a head wound but is covered with a bloody sheet so there's no way to tell.

austin_blue Wed, May 4, 2011 3:55:38pm

re: #41 Rightwingconspirator

Years ago when I got to correspond with some Army Rangers (just after Kuwait) on tactics they told me of a new one at the time. Instead of a traditional "double tap" method, they changed to a single shot at the torso, then let the recoil get the gun up to head high fast. If there was a head in view, bang again. If not the target is going down already, and must be assessed as out and done or re targeted.

The change worked for me on the tactical practice range, it just took some practice. Anyone more current than I may have another view, tactics evolve fast.

That heart/head double tap does make a lot of sense if you have the opportunity. Quicker.

Kragar Wed, May 4, 2011 3:56:04pm

re: #72 Killgore Trout

It's tough to tell but at least two of those guys appear to have a single shot to the head with no other wounds. the third guy has a head wound but is covered with a bloody sheet so there's no way to tell.

Door kicked in, flashbang, and the last 2 seconds standing there looking stupid as a SEAL shoots you in the face is a hell of a way to go.

William Barnett-Lewis Wed, May 4, 2011 3:59:06pm

re: #69 Rightwingconspirator

Thanks for the thoughts. I'll consider it but one of the selling points of the Ruger 45's is that they'll eat just about anything from powderpuff target loads to +P+ so the spring weight is probably pretty good from the factory. Still this will be my first decent bottom feeder (love my wheel guns) since I was in the Army so I'll have to see how it goes.

albusteve Wed, May 4, 2011 4:04:02pm

re: #74 Kragar (Proud to be Kafir)

Door kicked in, flashbang, and the last 2 seconds standing there looking stupid as a SEAL shoots you in the face is a hell of a way to go.

at least they won't be waterboarded, eh?

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