Videos tagged with Phil Journey

This Gun Talk Radio episode features an interview with Judge Phil Journey, a former NRA board member, discussing the NRA's attempt to declare bankruptcy as a move to Texas to evade a New York lawsuit. Journey explains his involvement in advocating for an alternative solution to the organization's leadership issues. The video confirms that the NRA's bankruptcy petition was ultimately dismissed and raises questions about the future of the organization.

The video discusses how gun manufacturers contribute to organizations fighting gun control. While some manufacturers have reduced donations to the NRA due to internal concerns, many are now working through the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). The NSSF plays a larger role in litigation and legislation, though its priorities may differ slightly from individual gun owners by focusing on issues directly impacting the industry, such as importation and sales.

This video discusses a legal strategy proposed by NRA board member Phil Journey to address alleged malfeasance and the NRA's bankruptcy filing. Journey, a former judge and legislator, outlines a plan to petition the bankruptcy court for the appointment of an examiner to investigate the organization's financial and operational issues. The goal is to restore corporate governance and safeguards, potentially leading to the removal of current leadership.

This discussion delves into the complexities of firearm rights and training, particularly concerning Constitutional Carry and the state of the NRA. It highlights the debate around mandatory training for concealed carry versus permitless carry, with insights from John Lott suggesting an increase in training uptake in Constitutional Carry states. The conversation also touches on the financial implications for CCW instructors and the broader implications for gun ownership and advocacy.

This video features a discussion with Phil Journey, a district court judge and candidate for the NRA Board of Directors, regarding the interpretation of the Second Amendment and the current challenges facing the NRA. Journey emphasizes that the Second Amendment restricts government power rather than granting rights, a view supported by Supreme Court decisions like Heller and McDonald. The conversation also delves into the legal threats against the NRA from the New York Attorney General, the importance of informed voting for NRA board members, and the distinction between semi-automatic and fully automatic firearms, correcting common media mischaracterizations.