Is NRA a terrorist group? - Audio Podcast episode 56

Published on September 6, 2019
Duration: 30:25

This podcast episode critically examines the San Francisco Board of Supervisors' resolution designating the NRA as a domestic terrorist organization. The speaker, Joel Persinger (Gun Guy), argues this is a politically motivated tactic to financially harm the NRA and suppress gun rights advocacy. He highlights the hypocrisy of such a designation by contrasting the NRA's activities with those of groups like Antifa and discusses the broader implications for free speech and the rights of gun owners.

Quick Summary

San Francisco city officials designated the NRA a domestic terrorist organization, citing claims of inciting violence and spreading misinformation. However, the speaker argues this is a political tactic to financially harm the NRA by discouraging business partnerships, highlighting the organization's role in firearms education and the law-abiding nature of its members.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Podcast Support
  2. 00:52San Francisco Designates NRA Terrorist Group
  3. 03:02Critique of NRA Terrorist Label
  4. 04:15NRA Certified Instructors & Coaches
  5. 05:17NRA's Mission: Education & Rights
  6. 06:43NRA Members & Violence
  7. 07:24NRA Member Stops Mass Shooter
  8. 08:36Gun Owners in the US
  9. 09:35Hunters & New Gun Owners
  10. 10:19Real Motive: Bankrupting the NRA
  11. 11:02Supporting Second Amendment Retailers
  12. 12:35YouTube's Tactics vs. San Francisco
  13. 13:23Antifa vs. NRA: Political Hypocrisy
  14. 14:37Politicians Espousing Violence
  15. 16:03NRA Members vs. Antifa Actions
  16. 17:15Hollywood Hypocrisy: Sylvester Stallone
  17. 19:37Elitism & Gun Rights
  18. 20:33Stallone's Security vs. Public Rights
  19. 22:08California Concealed Carry Issues
  20. 23:01Broader Implications of Designations
  21. 24:20Extending the 'Terrorist' Label Strategy
  22. 25:29Strategy to Starve Organizations
  23. 26:07Attacks on NRA & Financial Institutions
  24. 27:10NRA's Internal Issues & External Attacks
  25. 27:13Plea to Support the NRA (Despite Issues)
  26. 29:31Next Topic: Importance of Hunting

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did San Francisco label the NRA a domestic terrorist organization?

San Francisco city officials passed a resolution designating the NRA a domestic terrorist organization. The stated reasons included claims of inciting violence and spreading misinformation. However, the speaker argues this is a political tactic to financially harm the NRA by discouraging businesses from contracting with them.

What is the speaker's argument against the NRA being a terrorist group?

The speaker, Joel Persinger, a life member and certified NRA instructor, argues the designation is absurd. He points out the NRA has millions of law-abiding members and over 125,000 certified instructors involved in safety and training, not terrorism. He also highlights instances where NRA members have acted to prevent violence.

How does the speaker view the political strategy behind the NRA designation?

The speaker believes the designation is a strategy to 'starve out' organizations by making companies hesitant to do business with them. He contrasts this with the lack of similar designations for groups like Antifa, which he claims engage in violence, highlighting perceived political hypocrisy.

What are the broader implications of labeling groups like the NRA as terrorists?

The speaker suggests that if such designations are accepted for groups like the NRA, the tactic could be extended to any organization or contractor that disagrees with politicians' agendas, potentially leading to widespread financial ruin and suppression of dissent.

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