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Posted on 05/03/2020 8:05:09 PM PDT by Notthemomma
iPhone and iPad users (Apple) and Android users (Google) are now blocked from using the GunBroker app on smart phones and pads to bid on or buy firearms, and the two tech giants have removed the GunBroker app from their stores.
GunBroker discussed this sudden change in the link from 4/27/20 and updated 5/3/20. Both Apple and Google made the anti-gun restriction by saying GunBroker violated their guidelines, specifically, by "facilitating the sale or purchase of firearms." The apps can apparently still be used, for now, to search for and review items for sale, and perhaps also to post items for sale, but bids and purchases have to be done on GunBroker's internet website, GunBroker.com. Again, for now.
I cannot begin to say how utterly disgusted I am at the insane decision by Apple and Android to restrict this basic 2nd amendment activity, namely, the legal buying and selling of firearms on smart device apps, by this well-established and totally legal entity.
All firearms bought on GunBroker and shipped across state lines absolutely have to go through a Federal Firearms License holder on the receiving end, and frequently involve an FFL holder on both ends, with background checks on the buyer as required by Federal and local laws, before a gun purchaser can take possession of a gun. Even for guns not shipped across state lines, all local and state gun laws must be met before a gun bought on GunBroker can be transferred to the buyer. To hinder such above-board and thoroughly legal activity by law-abiding citizens is nothing short of pure anti-gun censorship and infringement of a basic and constitutionally guaranteed right.
GunBroker, from my perusing of its site, has done more than 865 MILLION transactions to date for all sorts of items, sold from individuals or businesses to other individuals or businesses, from guns to ammo to knives to parts to camping and outdoor gear, etc. etc. etc., all legally and in the open. This has generated tons of income for people and businesses, and allowed many, many sporting enthusiasts to find the items they've been wanting and needing, for their hobbies and livelihoods. And if they've done it to GunBroker, it won't be long before they do it to other similar sites, and to gun forums that use Tapatalk or other mobile apps.
This action is the same as the social media blocking or banning conservative, or pro-firearm, or anti-abortion, or pro-Trump content/users they do not like, because such thought does not mirror their liberal or progressive ideological agendas. Yes, these are private entities that may not have to protect constitutional rights of their users, and yes the hindered activities can still be done in some other fashion, just not as easily and not as mainstream, but that is in fact the goal of the tech giants and social media!
Shame on Apple and Google for falling into this evil liberal attack on America, all because, you know, "guns."
https://support.gunbroker.com/hc/en-us/articles/225068787-Mobile-Aps-Mobile-Site-Use
From the link:
Apple / Iphone / Ipad Unfortunately, Apple has removed our app from their store. They state our app violates their guidelines. Here is what they told us:
"Apple has removed your App since it violates our guidelines. Specifically, this item:
1. Safety When people install an app from the App Store, they want to feel confident it’s safe to do so— that the app doesn’t contain upsetting or offensive content, won’t damage their device, and isn’t likely to cause physical harm from its use. We’ve outlined the major pitfalls below, but if you’re looking to shock and offend people, the App Store isn’t the right place for your app.
1.1 Objectionable Content Apps should not include content that is offensive, insensitive, upsetting, intended to disgust, or in exceptionally poor taste. Examples of such content include: 1.1 (removed) 1.2 (removed) 1.3 Depictions that encourage illegal or reckless use of weapons and dangerous objects, or facilitate the purchase of firearms."
Access to Apple’s complete guidelines is available here: https://developer.apple.com/app-store/review/guidelines/
Google / Android
Unfortunately, Google has removed our app from their store. They state our app violates their guidelines. Here is what they told us:
"After review, GunBroker.com, com.gunbroker.android has been suspended and removed from Google Play due to a policy violation.
Issue: Violation of Dangerous Products policy We don't allow apps that facilitate the sale of explosives, firearms, ammunition or certain firearms accessories. We also don’t allow apps that provide instructions for the manufacture of explosives, firearms, ammunition, restricted firearm accessories, or other weapons."
That's a RICO Act violation, as well as antitrust act violation.
Google and Apple are apparently illegally coordinating policy in an anti-competitive manner.
Mr. Barr, Line 1!
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Barr has been nearly as useless as el Jeffie.
Anyone who says you don’t need to fear and have protections from government should look at what happened to General Flynn over the past few years - and rethink their position.
Apparently the only laws we have in the US now are the ones you may or may not choose to observe at any given time.
Bastardos,
Cant they still bid from a browser?
I don’t think i’d trust using an apple or google app that those companies aren’t doing something with your data and financial info.
Bkmk
Another piece of data you need to consider.
Collectors,Gunsmiths and
Dealers use it constantly.
It may be true but they can do everything they need from a internet browser of their choice.
Breakup any smug outfit that thinks it’s so big it can’t be touched for chipping away at the American constitution. It damned sure can be and should be destroyed!
Gunbroker could make the app available from their own website. It is their app.
I’ve been avoiding all things Google for years now.
They’re the enemy.
Seems to me this policy is already causing financial harm as I’ve noticed a number of collectible firearms selling at lower than normal prices. Eliminating Gunbroker and like sales platforms will force sellers into consignment sales with local shops at 13-25% fees and a smaller market. For those wishing to purchase newer firearms it will increase the purchase price by eliminating discounts normally available on line. I expect to see lawsuits filed on these policy decisions.
Yet again, another thoughtless policy that does nothing to stop illegal sales but penalizes honest gun owners. If they keep this up, only criminals and government personnel will have firearms.
My reading of the Constitution seems to indicate that I can do what I like with my business, as long as I don't break any criminal laws... IMHO...
I can get a gun anytime I want. If I had to,I can make one. FOAD guv.
"Microsoft has put language in its Code of Conduct that prevents users from using them 'in any way that promotes or facilitates the sale of ammunition and firearms.' This is another sweeping example of corporate attempts to infringe upon America’s Second Amendment rights. There is nothing illegal or immoral about owning, selling or promoting firearms. Indeed, the right to keep and bear arms is enshrined in the Second Amendment."-Deplatformed: How Big Tech Companies & Corporate America Subvert the Second Amendment
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