Gun Rights in the New Year; Church Shooting In Texas: Gun Talk Radio | 12.29.19 A

Published on December 30, 2019
Duration: 43:56

This episode of Gun Talk Radio discusses the critical importance of defending Second Amendment rights in the lead-up to the 2020 elections. Host Tom Gresham and guest Alan Gottlieb of the Second Amendment Foundation highlight the challenges posed by anti-gun organizations, the NRA's internal issues, and the need for proactive engagement from gun owners. They emphasize grassroots activism, community involvement, and informed advocacy as key strategies to protect gun rights.

Quick Summary

Gun owners are urged to actively defend their Second Amendment rights in 2020 by dedicating one hour daily to advocacy. This includes writing letters, participating in media, and engaging on social media. Grassroots movements like gun sanctuary counties and community involvement are vital to counter anti-gun efforts and ensure the protection of gun rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Sponsor Message
  2. 00:17Massachusetts Firearm Screening Proposal
  3. 00:26Gun Rights in the New Year
  4. 00:33Gun Rights in Puerto Rico
  5. 00:52Welcome to Gun Talk
  6. 01:13Tease of Upcoming News
  7. 01:43Holiday Gift Discussion
  8. 02:02Self-Defense as Primary Reason for Gun Ownership
  9. 02:13Self-Defense Firearm Analogy
  10. 02:52Police Response Times vs. Immediate Threat
  11. 03:43You Are Your Own First Responder
  12. 04:02Responsibility of Gun Ownership
  13. 04:38Chance vs. Preparedness
  14. 05:03Effort and Inconvenience of Gun Ownership
  15. 05:37Accepting Responsibility for Safety
  16. 06:09Understanding When Not to Use a Firearm
  17. 06:31Carjacking Trends and Family Preparedness
  18. 07:08Car is Just a Thing
  19. 07:32Profile of a Typical Carjacker
  20. 08:04Prioritizing Life Over Property in Carjacking
  21. 09:04Teaching Family Not to Fight
  22. 09:32Risk of Getting Shot Even When Doing Everything Right
  23. 10:02Shooting from Inside a Car
  24. 10:13Drawing a Gun Inside a Car Safely
  25. 10:53The Need for Training
  26. 11:15Listener Call-in: Gifts and New Year's Resolutions
  27. 11:44Brownells.com Advertisement
  28. 12:13Walk the Talk America: Mental Health & Guns
  29. 12:49Springfield Armory Concealed Carry DVDs
  30. 13:13ShotgunLife.com
  31. 13:23Smith & Wesson M&P Shield EZ Series
  32. 14:02Breaking News: Texas Church Shooting
  33. 14:41Comparison: Fort Worth vs. Sutherland Springs Shootings
  34. 15:44New York Hanukkah Stabbing
  35. 16:36Listener Call-in: Carrying a Gun in Church
  36. 17:19Debate on Carjacking Response
  37. 18:36Cost of Shooting Someone
  38. 19:14Considering Options Beyond Gun First
  39. 19:43Threat Perception: Knives vs. Guns
  40. 20:33Consequences of Being Shot
  41. 21:14Risk of Intervention in Robberies
  42. 22:18Gun Rights in 2020 Discussion Preview
  43. 22:30Update on Fort Worth Church Shooting
  44. 23:12Why Not Carry a Gun in Church?
  45. 23:30Looking Towards 2020: Self-Defense Plans
  46. 23:45The Year of the Big Gun Fight
  47. 23:56Guest: Alan Gottlieb, Second Amendment Foundation
  48. 24:122020 Outlook: Pluses and Minuses
  49. 24:38NRA Financial and Management Problems
  50. 24:56Opponents' Election Spending and Tactics
  51. 25:12Ballot Initiatives and Funding Concerns
  52. 25:25Positive: Gun Rights Rebellion and Sanctuary Movement
  53. 25:52Spread of Sanctuary Counties
  54. 26:19US Supreme Court Cases Pending
  55. 26:30Importance of 2020 Presidential Election
  56. 26:46Judicial Appointments
  57. 27:01Potential Supreme Court Vacancies
  58. 27:25Importance of Elections for Gun Rights
  59. 27:49Potential Election Scenarios
  60. 28:02Controlling the Senate and House
  61. 28:09Polling Data and Voter Turnout
  62. 28:36Gun Owners Need to Engage Locally
  63. 28:49Anti-Gunners' Community Engagement
  64. 29:04Gun Owners Sticking to Themselves
  65. 29:31Marginalization of Gun Owners
  66. 30:21Social Media Censorship (Facebook)
  67. 30:45Attack to Eradicate Gun Culture
  68. 31:01What Can We Do?
  69. 31:19Sig Sauer Advertisement
  70. 31:51Bill of Rights, Not Bill of Needs
  71. 32:52Ducks Unlimited Advertisement
  72. 33:18Crimson Trace Advertisement
  73. 33:59Back from Break: Twitter Feed Update
  74. 34:09Visual Evidence: Fort Worth Church Shooting
  75. 34:44Discussion with Alan Gottlieb Continues
  76. 34:55Polls and Trump's Numbers
  77. 35:24Why Polls Get It Wrong
  78. 35:48Gun Owners' Role in Past Elections
  79. 36:06Opponents More Prepared for 2020
  80. 36:17NRA's Financial Situation and Relevance
  81. 36:34Gun Owner Discontent with NRA
  82. 37:00Lawsuits and Investigations Against NRA
  83. 37:13NRA Leadership Paralyzed
  84. 37:24Gun Owners Need to Stick Together
  85. 37:35Staying Informed and Taking Responsibility
  86. 37:56Grassroots Sanctuary Movement
  87. 38:22Individual Actions for 2020
  88. 39:20Texas Church Shooting: Still Shots Analysis
  89. 39:43Need for Practicing Beyond Close Range
  90. 40:03Individual Actions for 2020 (Continued)
  91. 40:06New Year's Resolution: One Hour a Day Defending Gun Rights
  92. 40:42Countering Anti-Gun Statistics
  93. 41:01Sharing Defensive Gun Use Stories
  94. 41:32Using 'Gun Facts and Myths' Book
  95. 42:17Smart Advocacy: Concise Communication
  96. 42:47Networking Through Advocacy
  97. 43:07Getting Involved with Local Gun Rights Groups
  98. 43:31Individual Commitment to Advocacy
  99. 43:44Call to Action: One Hour a Week
  100. 43:46Discussion on Church Shooting Necessity

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key challenges facing gun rights in 2020?

Key challenges include the anti-gun movement's efforts to eradicate 'gun culture,' the NRA's financial and management issues, and the opponents' sophisticated election spending. Grassroots activism and community engagement are crucial to counter these threats.

How can individuals actively defend gun rights?

Individuals can make a New Year's resolution to spend one hour daily defending gun rights. This can involve writing letters to editors, participating in talk shows, engaging on social media, and sharing factual information about defensive gun uses.

What is the significance of the 'sanctuary movement' for gun rights?

The sanctuary movement involves counties and cities declaring they will not enforce additional state gun laws. This grassroots effort, seen in states like Virginia and Illinois, serves as a direct pushback against restrictive gun legislation.

Why is community engagement important for gun owners?

Engaging in community activities and other organizations helps counter the marginalization of gun owners. It allows gun owners to demonstrate they are part of the community and their opinions have merit, preventing them from being easily discounted.

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