Chris Pinto of Massachusetts Gun Rights: Massachusetts 2A Capitol Rally Speech

Published on November 6, 2017
Duration: 11:01

Chris Pinto of Massachusetts Gun Rights discusses the political landscape surrounding gun rights in Massachusetts. He highlights the passage of a bump stock ban with a potential life sentence, emphasizing the importance of recorded votes and the limited number of legislators actively supporting gun rights. Pinto urges constituents to pressure their representatives to stand for amendment votes and to support candidates who prioritize these issues.

Quick Summary

Chris Pinto of Massachusetts Gun Rights criticizes the recent bump stock ban, passed in an informal session with few legislators. He reveals only about 10 out of 200 Massachusetts legislators consistently support gun rights amendments, urging constituents to demand recorded votes and support pro-gun candidates.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Chris Pinto
  2. 00:21Chris Pinto's Activism and Truth-Telling
  3. 00:53The Bump Stock Ban and Life Sentence
  4. 01:49Understanding Informal Legislative Sessions
  5. 03:01The Reality of Legislative Support for Gun Rights
  6. 03:32Bills by Mark Lombardo
  7. 04:03Letters to the Attorney General vs. Legislation
  8. 04:42The Ten Legislators Supporting Gun Rights
  9. 05:25The Need for Five More Supporters
  10. 05:35Contacting Your Representative
  11. 06:09Ratings vs. Actual Support
  12. 06:42Passing Laws Under Cover of Darkness
  13. 06:52Bringing Anger into Election Season
  14. 07:05Massachusetts Gun Rights Survey Changes
  15. 07:17Beyond Gun Issues: Voice Votes Affect All Legislation
  16. 07:35Dudley Brown and No Compromise
  17. 08:08The Power of Numbers and Donations
  18. 08:49Delivering Bad News: Only Ten Supporters
  19. 09:01Upcoming Event with Dudley Brown
  20. 09:42Special State Senate Election in Middlesex/Worcester
  21. 10:00Dean Trend for State Senate
  22. 10:23How to Win in Massachusetts: One Seat at a Time
  23. 10:43Tying Legislative Season to Election Season

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary concern Chris Pinto of Massachusetts Gun Rights raises regarding recent legislation?

Chris Pinto highlights the passage of a bump stock ban with a potential life sentence, emphasizing that it was approved in an informal session with very few legislators present. He stresses the lack of transparency and the importance of recorded votes.

How many legislators in Massachusetts actively support gun rights, according to Chris Pinto?

Chris Pinto states that out of 160 House representatives and 40 state senators in Massachusetts, only about 10 representatives are consistently willing to stand up for gun rights amendments and demand recorded votes on these issues.

What action does Chris Pinto urge constituents to take to support gun rights in Massachusetts?

Pinto encourages constituents to contact their state representatives and demand that they always stand up for amendment votes to ensure recorded votes are taken. He also advises supporting candidates who prioritize these issues and considering financial contributions.

What is the significance of 'recorded votes' versus 'voice votes' in the Massachusetts legislature, according to the speaker?

Recorded votes are crucial because they publicly document how each legislator voted, ensuring accountability. Voice votes, conversely, are often passed with minimal attendance and no clear record of who supported or opposed a measure, making them detrimental to gun rights.

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