Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) | NRA-ILA Leadership Forum 2023

Published on April 18, 2023
Duration: 3:06

Governor Ron DeSantis discusses the importance of the Second Amendment as the last bastion of freedom and the foundation of other rights. He highlights Florida's recent enactment of constitutional carry legislation, aligning the state with 25 others that recognize the right to bear arms without a government-issued permit. DeSantis also addresses concerns about financial institutions discriminating against the firearm industry due to ESG and 'woke capital' initiatives, vowing to protect Floridians from such discrimination.

Quick Summary

Governor Ron DeSantis emphasizes the Second Amendment as the bedrock of freedom and self-governance. Florida has enacted constitutional carry, allowing law-abiding citizens to bear arms without a permit, and is actively protecting against financial discrimination targeting the firearm industry.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Thanks to NRA
  2. 00:06Importance of the Second Amendment
  3. 00:22Opposition to Second Amendment Restrictions
  4. 00:43Defunding Law Enforcement and Gun Rights
  5. 00:57Resisting Gun Control Calls
  6. 01:13Expanding Gun Rights in Florida
  7. 01:24Signing Constitutional Carry Legislation
  8. 01:49Role of State Capitals in Gun Rights
  9. 01:58Threats from ESG and Woke Capital
  10. 02:26Protections Against Woke Financial Institutions
  11. 02:41Opposing Federal Administrative Fiat
  12. 02:54Closing Remarks and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is constitutional carry legislation?

Constitutional carry legislation recognizes the fundamental right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms without requiring a government-issued permission slip or permit to carry a firearm.

How does Governor DeSantis view the Second Amendment?

Governor DeSantis views the Second Amendment as the last backstop of freedom, the foundation upon which all other rights rest, and essential for the capacity of people to defend their lives and rule themselves.

What are the concerns regarding ESG and 'woke capital' in relation to gun rights?

Concerns exist that 'woke capital' and ESG initiatives are used by financial institutions to discriminate against individuals and businesses involved in the firearm industry, attempting to advance an anti-Second Amendment agenda.

What action has Florida taken regarding gun rights?

Florida has enacted constitutional carry legislation, expanding citizens' ability to protect themselves and their families, and is implementing protections against discriminatory 'woke' financial institutions.

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