Erich Pratt and Dr. Gina at CPAC 2016

Published on March 16, 2016
Duration: 8:13

This video features Erich Pratt of Gun Owners of America discussing the importance of Second Amendment rights in the 2016 presidential election. Pratt emphasizes the need to repeal Obama-era executive orders, particularly those concerning background checks for private sales, and highlights Ted Cruz as Gun Owners of America's endorsed candidate due to his consistent pro-gun stance and effectiveness in blocking gun control legislation. The discussion also touches on the power of grassroots activism in influencing legislative outcomes.

Quick Summary

Erich Pratt of Gun Owners of America (GOA) discusses the critical importance of Second Amendment rights in the 2016 presidential election. GOA endorsed Ted Cruz, citing his consistent pro-gun record and leadership in blocking gun control legislation. Pratt highlights GOA's effective grassroots activism, using email alerts to pressure legislators and prevent unfavorable laws, and emphasizes the need to repeal Obama-era executive orders on background checks.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CPAC 2016
  2. 00:12Presidential Candidates and 2nd Amendment Rights
  3. 00:50Obama's Executive Orders and Background Checks
  4. 01:39Effectiveness of Ted Cruz
  5. 02:37GOA's Endorsement of Ted Cruz
  6. 03:56What Sets GOA Apart
  7. 04:11The 2013 Gun Control Battle
  8. 04:36Grassroots Alerts and Congressional Impact
  9. 05:39GOA's Bipartisan Approach
  10. 05:53How to Get Involved with GOA
  11. 06:35Supreme Court Nomination and Grassroots Power
  12. 07:31Predictions for Future Legislation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gun Owners of America's stance on the 2016 presidential candidates regarding the Second Amendment?

Gun Owners of America (GOA) endorsed Ted Cruz, viewing him as the most effective candidate to protect Second Amendment rights. They consider Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders as continuations of the Obama legacy, which they believe is detrimental to gun rights. GOA surveyed candidates and looked at their past records to make their endorsement.

How did Obama's executive orders impact gun owners, according to Erich Pratt?

Erich Pratt stated that Obama's executive orders in January 2016 overturned 200 years of constitutional rights by requiring background checks for private gun sales. This created a 'chilling effect' on gun owners, who feared potential ATF penalties of up to five years in jail or a $250,000 fine for non-compliance.

What is Gun Owners of America's primary strategy for protecting gun rights?

GOA specializes in applying pressure to legislators through grassroots activism. They utilize email alerts and membership engagement to mobilize gun owners to contact their representatives, aiming to prevent the passage of gun control legislation and repeal existing unfavorable laws.

What role did Ted Cruz play in opposing gun control legislation in 2013?

According to Erich Pratt, Ted Cruz was instrumental in leading the opposition to the President's gun-control plan in 2013. He helped lead the filibuster efforts on the Senate floor, which GOA credits with blocking significant gun control measures from being enacted.

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