Why are alcohol and firearms controlled by the same agency? Hmmmm...
I totally have to admit that I always pause a moment when covering a story that involves the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. I mean, just who thought that one agency should regulate all these deadly devices? I know, in their own way, each could wreak havoc on a body, but can we really equate a Marlboro with an AK-47?
Today in the Twitter universe, I found someone who feels just the same way I do. His letter questioning the ATF made me laugh ... but some of his others are freakin' hilarious. I guess I relate because I can be an Angry Letter Writer myself, but this guy takes it a step further.
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Thanks for the mention!
I was kind of surprised they didn't write back. I mean I can understand when the CIA didn't send me an autographed photograph of and undercover agent, but why not reply to a question about your organization's name?
If we're going to live by example--and I do happen to believe that firearms and alcohol don't mix--then this agency is the worst I've seen.
And if you do visit the ATF website make sure you do check out their kids' section. I could understand if it had been made by kids, but that's your tax dollars at work. I'd give a breakdown of why it sucks, but then I'll never get my consulting fee!
christopher....