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• Five soldiers were shot today at Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield in Georgia before an Army Sergeant in the area was able to bring the gunfire to a halt. President Donald J. Trump was briefed on the incident and stated, "I know nothing about it. I know Sergeant is hard. It's a hard job. Since I've been in office, my Army is three times as big, just like my poll numbers. Everybody says the Sergeant is very talented, and I wish him well."

  • Standing in the Oval Office next to Cook, Trump announced Apple is adding $100 billion to the $500 billion pledge the company made in February to increase its investment in U.S. manufacturing and tech training. The announcement comes as Apple tries to avoid Trump’s tariffs on imports impacting the cost of its iPhones and computers in the U.S.

    Tariffs work.

  • Surprised to see CNN come right out with the identification of the shooter, because he is black. The story will likely get buried quickly by mainstream media if they go by their regular playbook.
    
    As for comments from President Trump, CNN reports:

    President Donald Trump vowed that the Army sergeant who allegedly shot five soldiers at the Fort Stewart military base in Georgia “will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” expressing concern and prayers for those impacted.

    “Five people were seriously wounded and two very, very seriously hurt around 11:00 this morning. The shooter is now in custody and the Army Criminal Investigation Division is on site to ensure that the perpetrator of this atrocity, which is exactly what it is, will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” Trump said today before remarks about an Apple investment in the Oval Office.
    “The entire nation is praying for the victims and their families, and hopefully they’ll fully recover, and we can put this chapter behind. But we’re not going to forget what happened. We’re going to take very good care of this person that did this — horrible person,” Trump said.

    CNN has reported an Army sergeant is in custody after he allegedly used his personal handgun to shoot five fellow soldiers this morning at Fort Stewart, according to base officials.

    There have been over 260 shootings in the US since Trump took office, according to data from the Gun Violence Archive.

    Trump’s Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth also called the incident a “cowardly shooting” in a post on X.

    “We owe profound gratitude to the law enforcement heroes who charged into danger. Swift justice will be brought to the perpetrator and anyone else found to be involved,” he said.

    This Cornelius with a Q, used his own private firearm in the shooting.

    Checking Internet AI search for a synopsis of these events:

    Today, Wednesday, August 6, 2025, President Trump made statements to the media concerning the shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia, where an army sergeant shot five soldiers.
    During a White House event, Trump called the incident an "atrocity" and stated that the perpetrator would be "prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law". He further mentioned that the Army Criminal Investigation Division was on-site to investigate the shooting.
    The President also expressed his prayers for the victims and their families, hoping for their full recovery. The shooter was called a "horrible person," and it was vowed that "we're not going to forget what happened".
    According to CNN, an army sergeant is in custody in connection with the shooting. Reports indicate the victims are in stable condition and expected to recover.

    I wonder what political beliefs were held by Qornelius, leading up to this decision he made.

    • To estimate the number of shootings in the first 198 days of Joe Biden’s administration (January 20, 2021, to August 6, 2021), we need to consider the broad definition of “shootings” as in the previous response, encompassing firearm-related homicides, suicides, accidental shootings, and nonfatal injuries, including mass shootings. Data from this period is more detailed than for 2009 due to the Gun Violence Archive (GVA) and other sources tracking incidents starting in 2013. Below is an estimate based on available information, with a focus on clarity and precision.Available Data and EstimationTimeframe: January 20, 2021, to August 6, 2021 (198 days).
      Total Shootings (Fatal and Nonfatal):The GVA reported 44,868 total gun deaths in 2021, including 20,783 homicides (murders, justifiable homicides, and accidental homicides) and 24,090 suicides.

      Additionally, the GVA noted 40,078 nonfatal shooting injuries in 2021. Combining these, approximately 84,946 total shootings (fatal and nonfatal) occurred in 2021 (44,868 deaths + 40,078 injuries).
      Assuming an even distribution across the year (365 days), this averages about 232.9 shootings per day (84,946 ÷ 365). For 198 days, this estimates 46,114 total shootings (232.9 × 198).

      Breakdown:Firearm Homicides: The GVA reported 20,783 homicides in 2021, or about 56.9 per day (20,783 ÷ 365). For 198 days, this estimates 11,266 homicides (56.9 × 198).

      Firearm Suicides: With 24,090 suicides in 2021, this averages 66 per day (24,090 ÷ 365), yielding 13,068 suicides (66 × 198) over 198 days.

      Accidental Shootings: Using a 2013 baseline of ~500 accidental shooting deaths annually (1.4 per day), this estimates 277 accidental deaths (1.4 × 198). Nonfatal accidental shootings are harder to quantify but are likely a small fraction of the total.
      Nonfatal Injuries: Total shootings (46,114) minus estimated deaths (11,266 homicides + 13,068 suicides + 277 accidental deaths = 24,611) suggests ~21,503 nonfatal shooting injuries (46,114 – 24,611).
      Mass Shootings: The GVA recorded 693 mass shootings in 2021, defined as incidents with four or more people shot (excluding the perpetrator). By August 6, 2021 (day 198), assuming a proportional distribution (693 ÷ 365 × 198), approximately 376 mass shootings occurred, resulting in an estimated 1,504–2,256 victims (assuming 4–6 victims per incident, including deaths and injuries). Specific incidents include:

      March 16, 2021: Atlanta spa shootings (8 killed).

      March 22, 2021: Boulder, Colorado, supermarket shooting (10 killed).

      April 15, 2021: Indianapolis FedEx shooting (8 killed).

      These high-profile cases contributed to over 700 people injured or killed in 139 mass shootings by April 28, 2021 (day 99 of Biden’s term). Extrapolating to day 198, mass shooting victims likely numbered 1,500–2,000.

      Total EstimateBased on the above, an estimated 46,114 shootings occurred in the first 198 days of Biden’s administration, including:~11,266 firearm homicides
      ~13,068 firearm suicides
      ~277 accidental shooting deaths
      ~21,503 nonfatal shooting injuries
      ~376 mass shootings (with 1,504–2,256 victims, a subset of the total).

      So, approximately 376 mass shootings occurred. That's more than during the same time in this Trump administration . So, maybe people have calmed down. The numbers still aren't good, but comparisons of real numbers can help shed light on the issue.

    • CNN whipped out shooting statistics immediately.
      But, let's ask that question to AI concerning shootings during the first 198 days of the Obama admin. Should be able to whip those stats out quickly, heck, CNN could.
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      The total number of shootings in the United States during the first 198 days of Barack Obama's administration (January 20, 2009, to August 6, 2009) is not explicitly documented in comprehensive, publicly available datasets with precise daily or 198-day breakdowns. The term "shootings" is broad, potentially encompassing homicides, suicides, accidental shootings, police-involved shootings, and mass shootings, with varying definitions across sources. Below, I’ll provide an estimate based on available data, focusing on firearm-related incidents, and clarify the limitations.Available Data and EstimationFirearm Homicides: According to the CDC, in 2010, there were 11,078 firearm-related homicides in the U.S.. Assuming a roughly even distribution across the year, this translates to approximately 30.4 homicides per day (11,078 ÷ 365). For 198 days, this yields an estimated 6,019 firearm homicides (30.4 × 198).

      Firearm Suicides: The CDC reported 19,392 firearm-related suicides in 2010. Similarly, this averages about 53.1 suicides per day (19,392 ÷ 365), resulting in an estimated 10,514 firearm suicides (53.1 × 198) over 198 days.

      Accidental Shootings: Data from 2013 cites about 500 accidental shooting deaths annually. Assuming similar rates in 2009, this is roughly 1.4 per day (500 ÷ 365), or 277 accidental shooting deaths (1.4 × 198).

      Mass Shootings: Using the Gun Violence Archive’s definition (four or more people shot, killed or injured), mass shootings were less frequent in 2009. A 2016 study noted the U.S. accounted for 90 of 292 global public mass shootings from 1966 to 2012. Obama’s eight-year presidency saw 41 mass shootings, averaging about 5.1 per year. Estimating 2–3 mass shootings in the first 198 days of 2009 (based on annual averages), these incidents might involve 8–12 deaths and 20–30 injuries, though specific 2009 data is sparse. The Binghamton shooting (April 3, 2009, 13 killed) is a confirmed event within this period.

      Nonfatal Shootings: The Brady United statistics suggest 117,345 people are shot annually (including survivors), averaging 321 per day. For 2009, assuming similar rates, this estimates 63,558 total shootings (321 × 198), including both fatal and nonfatal incidents. Subtracting estimated deaths (homicides, suicides, accidental), roughly 46,748 nonfatal shootings (63,558 – 6,019 – 10,514 – 277) might have occurred.

      Total EstimateCombining these figures, an estimated 63,558 total shootings (fatal and nonfatal) occurred in the first 198 days of Obama’s administration, including:~6,019 firearm homicides
      ~10,514 firearm suicides
      ~277 accidental shooting deaths
      ~46,748 nonfatal shootings (injuries)

      This is a rough estimate, as data from 2009 is not broken down to this specific timeframe, and 2010–2013 figures are used as proxies.Limitations and ChallengesData Gaps: Comprehensive, daily shooting data for 2009 is not readily available. The Gun Violence Archive’s detailed tracking began in 2013, and earlier FBI or CDC data (e.g., Uniform Crime Reports or National Vital Statistics System) lack granular breakdowns for the exact 198-day period.

      Definitional Variability: Sources differ on what constitutes a “shooting.” For example, the FBI’s active shooter data or Mother Jones’ mass shooting database (3+ killed since 2013) use narrower criteria than the Gun Violence Archive’s broader definition.

      Underreporting: CDC data may underreport police-involved shootings or accidental deaths due to incomplete death certificate information.

      Context: The estimate includes suicides (over half of firearm deaths) and nonfatal injuries, which significantly inflate the total compared to focusing solely on homicides or mass shootings.

      Comparison to Modern DataFor context, recent data from the Gun Violence Archive (2025) reports 205 mass shootings by June 30, with 198 deaths and 881 injuries. Annual totals have risen significantly since 2009, with 417 mass shootings in 2019, 611 in 2020, and 689 in 2021, reflecting a worsening trend. However, mass shootings remain a small fraction of total shootings, with homicides and suicides dominating.

      • Every time I type "skimpy" it comes out "sparse".

        • I am appalled, or "appled" as they say on tv news chryons, that you might use the word skimpy. A word one would use to describe clothing, or lack thereof, worn by Sally at Mac's Bar, as she dances for tips. Good thing for spell check. Keeping emails pure and weeding out the God-less, forsaken language of evil-doers. Thank you, Microsoft.

      • CNN reports seem to conclude that Americans have gone crazy over something. What could drive people to such a frenzy?

        Who is doing all of this shooting. Is it driven by religion? Political beliefs?

        Studies need to be done. The problem is not GUNS, but what is going on between the ears of the shooters.

        • One disturbing note is that AI tells us data from 2009 is sparse.
          SPARSE?
          I think these things should be written down, kept in data files. Perhaps the government has such applications. Someone get Elon on the phone!

          Someone start writing these things down, for Pete's sake.

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• This cake is presented to DICK ELLINGSON. Mr. Ellingson has today, posted his 600th comment to QZVX.
  

• I love seeing those old posts! Including:

  February 14, 2021 at QZVX

  Jason Remington says:

  Those who subscribed to show prep, like the Electric Weenie, should enjoy the Dr. Don Rose biography.

  I'm rereading it - real gutbuster!!
  https://qzvx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Don-Rose-Anything-For-A-Gag-1985.pdf

  • That was good morning radio. Lotsa Dad jokes and nonsense. Life is tough and a morning show that gives you silly things to laugh at (harmless, not nasty) takes your mind off things. That and a good cup of coffee.

• October 5, 1922
  Long-Bell Co. Town Takes Name of Longview
  KELSO, Thursday, Oct. 5—Longview has been definitely decided upon as the name of the new Long-Bell Lumber Company community adjoining Kelso on the west, according to an announcement by R. A. Long, chairman of the board of directors of the Long-Bell Lumber Company, before his departure yesterday afternoon for Weed, Cal. This name was tentatively selected some time ago, but the presence of a Longview post-office in the state of Washington prevented immediate adoption of that name. The former Longview postoffice now has been abolished. Whether or not Longview and Kelso will be consolidated is a matter that is not yet ready for discussion, according to Mr. Long, nor will the new city be made a municipal corporation until the Long-Bell Company has carried out its development program, including construction of streets and sewers. The company prefers to do this itself rather than handle the work through the agency of a city administration.

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