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	January 27, 2013
	Sheriff Tells Residents They Should Learn To Use A Gun Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke Jr. has a message for residents: learn how to use a gun. Citing recent budget cutbacks, in a new radio ad Clarke said that safety is “no longer a spectator sport.” Watch him tell citizens, “I need you in the game” HERE. READ THIS | TWEET IT | LIKE IT Anonymous Hacks U.S. Gov't Website, Leaves A Threat The hacker-activist group Anonymous said it hijacked the U.S. Sentencing Commission’s website and was threatening to release secret government information to avenge the suicide of Internet activist Aaron Swartz. See the group's message and their threat HERE. READ THIS | TWEET IT | LIKE IT
	Wait... DHS Wants 7,000 Assault Weapons For 'Personal Defense?'
	The Department of Homeland Security is seeking to acquire 7,000 5.56x45mm NATO “personal defense weapons” (PDW) — also known as “assault weapons” when owned by civilians. Is the government showing its hypocrisy by essentially saying these weapons are good “personal defense” for them, but not for American citizens? Get the whole story HERE.
	READ THIS | TWEET IT | LIKE IT Book Of The Week: 'Gangster Squad' A true story of Tommy gun-toting tough guys that is now a major motion picture, Gangster Squad is the post-World War II tale of a covert LAPD unit out to get an underworld kingpin. Set your sights on all the colorful characters and nonstop action HERE for just $7.99. READ THIS | LIKE IT
	Thousands March In DC In Support Of Gun Control Thousands of people, many holding signs with names of gun violence victims and messages like “Ban Assault Weapons Now,” joined a rally for gun control on Saturday, marching from the Capitol to the Washington Monument. See our full coverage HERE. READ THIS | TWEET IT | LIKE IT
	Experts Argue Against Caring For The Obese And Smokers
	According to U.S. government statistics, annual health care costs for smokers and the obese are approaching $250 billion. Faced with this high cost, some experts say society must grapple with a chilling question... "Why not just let these health sinners die?” See their argument HERE.
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	Incredible Photo Captures A Seal About To Devour A Penguin
	Underwater wildlife photographer Amos Nachoum's job is to capture the "circle of life." And he's done it. Nachoum's incredible image of a leopard seal preparing to devour a young penguin in Port Lockroy on the Antarctic Peninsula was taken in 2009 but was recently awarded “Best in Show” for 2012 by the American Photographic Artists. See this amazing image HERE.
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	From TheBlaze Radio Network
	Doc Thompson - Early Mornings On TheBlaze Radio - Monday morning, Doc tackles Sexism In The Oscars and unveils his plans for a "Best Transgendered Actor" award. The Doctor is IN from 6-9AM ET, Monday - Friday. Connect with us online: www.facebook.com/TheBlazeRadio.  Check out TheBlaze Radio network’s full lineup HERE. The Worst Parallel Parking Job Parallel parking is no easy task; even veteran drivers tend to avoid it if they can.  That’s why, when faced with the prospect on an icy, uphill road, it might be better to circle the block once more. Watch the worst parallel parking job we've ever seen HERE.        WATCH THIS | TWEET IT | LIKE IT
	Ex-'Brain Dead Liberal' Pens 'A Political Appeal To The Ignorant'
	Pulitzer Award-winning author, producer and director David Mamet has been extremely open about his conversion from “brain dead liberal” to conservative. And in the wake of President Obama’s latest push for stricter gun control measures, Mamet has penned yet another column setting the record straight as he sees it. Read his latest work HERE.  READ THIS | TWEET IT | LIKE IT