2012 Elections: Claims of NRA's Demise Are Premature

Published on December 13, 2012
Duration: 4:40

Analysis of the 2012 election results by Howard Nimzow of PJ Media indicates that claims of the NRA's demise were premature. Despite expectations from gun control advocates, the NRA maintained a strong pro-Second Amendment voting bloc in both the House and Senate. The election was primarily driven by economic concerns, not gun control, and the House remains a bulwark against anti-gun legislation. Nimzow emphasizes the need for continued engagement from gun owners to ensure their senators uphold Second Amendment rights, particularly concerning potential UN treaties.

Quick Summary

Analysis of the 2012 elections by Howard Nimzow indicates that claims of the NRA's demise were premature. The election was driven by economic concerns, not gun control. The House remains a bulwark against anti-gun legislation, and the Senate maintains a significant bloc of pro-Second Amendment votes, capable of blocking UN treaties.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction with Howard Nimzow
  2. 00:092012 Election Numbers Analysis
  3. 00:16Claims of NRA's Demise
  4. 00:38House and Senate Grades
  5. 00:53Election Results Sideways Movement
  6. 01:03Pro-Amendment Votes Majority
  7. 01:16Solid Pro-Second Amendment Votes
  8. 01:26Stopping UN Treaties
  9. 01:42Gun Control Not a Driving Issue
  10. 01:59Jobs and Economy Focus
  11. 02:16CNN Exit Polling Data
  12. 02:34House as a Bullwark
  13. 02:53Senate Support for UN Treaty Opposition
  14. 03:16President Obama and Arms Trade Treaty
  15. 03:25Gun Owners' Engagement
  16. 03:34Senator Engagement Strategy
  17. 03:44Ratifying Treaties
  18. 03:56Don't Go to Sleep
  19. 04:14Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the primary focus of the 2012 elections according to CNN exit polling?

CNN exit polling from the 2012 elections indicated that voters were primarily concerned with the economy and healthcare, followed by the federal deficit and foreign policy. There was no significant indication that gun control was a driving issue for voters during that election cycle.

Did the NRA suffer significant losses in the 2012 elections?

Contrary to claims made by groups like Mayor Bloomberg's and the Brady Campaign, the NRA did not suffer significant losses in the 2012 elections. Analysis shows that the NRA maintained a strong pro-Second Amendment voting bloc in both the House and Senate, with some areas even showing slight improvements.

How many pro-Second Amendment votes are estimated in the US Senate?

Estimates suggest there are approximately 40 to 42 solid pro-Second Amendment votes in the US Senate. Additionally, there are close to 45 votes that can enable the blocking of potential United Nations treaties that might impact the right to keep and bear arms.

What action should gun owners take following the 2012 elections?

Gun owners are urged to remain engaged and not become complacent. They should actively communicate their stance to their Senators, encourage support for pro-Second Amendment initiatives like Senator Moran's letter, and ensure their elected officials understand their commitment to protecting the right to keep and bear arms.

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