GOA Fights Against "Petty Tyrants"

Published on April 1, 2020
Duration: 12:28

This video features Eric Pratt of Gun Owners of America discussing the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Second Amendment rights. He highlights concerns about police departments not enforcing certain laws, prisoner releases, and the closure of gun stores. Pratt emphasizes that constitutional rights, including the right to keep and bear arms, cannot be infringed upon, even during emergencies. The discussion covers efforts to resume concealed carry permit issuance in states like Pennsylvania and the successful pushback against gun control legislation in Virginia.

Quick Summary

Gun sales are surging due to concerns about crime and prisoner releases during the pandemic. Gun Owners of America emphasizes that Second Amendment rights cannot be suspended, even in emergencies, and advocates for constitutional carry over permit systems. Grassroots activism has been key in fighting gun control measures in states like Pennsylvania and Virginia.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Eric Pratt
  2. 00:19Reasons for Increased Gun Sales
  3. 01:10Constitutional Rights vs. Emergency Measures
  4. 02:31Exploiting Crises to Restrict Rights
  5. 02:51New Orleans Gun Confiscation History
  6. 04:30Pennsylvania Concealed Carry Update
  7. 05:02The Case for Constitutional Carry
  8. 06:41Pennsylvania Activism and Successes
  9. 07:12Virginia Gun Rights Fight
  10. 08:03Defeating Virginia's Gun Ban
  11. 09:14Electoral Consequences of Gun Control
  12. 10:29Ongoing Political Battles
  13. 11:10Federal Level Impact of COVID-19
  14. 11:48Repealing the Brady Law

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are gun sales increasing during the coronavirus pandemic?

Gun sales are reportedly increasing due to public concern over potential increases in crime, the release of prisoners from correctional facilities, and the closure of gun stores in some states, leading individuals to seek self-protection.

Can Second Amendment rights be suspended during emergencies like a pandemic?

According to Gun Owners of America, constitutional rights, including the right to keep and bear arms, cannot be infringed upon or suspended, even during emergencies. The Constitution does not provide loopholes for denying these fundamental rights.

What is constitutional carry and why is it advocated?

Constitutional carry allows law-abiding citizens to carry firearms concealed without needing to obtain a government-issued permit. Advocates argue it upholds the Second Amendment by removing the need to beg for permission to exercise a right.

How has grassroots activism impacted gun rights in Pennsylvania and Virginia?

In Pennsylvania, grassroots pressure has been effective in urging sheriffs to resume issuing concealed carry permits. In Virginia, widespread activism and rallies were instrumental in defeating a proposed gun ban bill.

What is the long-term solution proposed for issues with the NICS system?

The long-term solution proposed is the repeal of the Brady background check law. The argument is that law-abiding citizens should not have to ask for permission from the FBI to purchase a firearm, as protected by the Second Amendment.

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