Larry Pratt discusses Gun Culture on Steve Deace

Published on January 23, 2016
Duration: 17:47

Larry Pratt of Gun Owners of America discusses the Obama administration's attempts to expand gun control, particularly focusing on redefining 'firearm dealer' to include private sales and the concept of a national firearm registry. He argues these measures are ineffective for public safety and infringe upon Second Amendment rights, citing the failure of Canada's long gun registry and the government's past actions in Operation Fast and Furious as evidence. Pratt emphasizes that the core purpose of the Second Amendment is to protect freedom against potential government overreach.

Quick Summary

Larry Pratt of Gun Owners of America argues that the Obama administration's efforts to redefine 'firearm dealer' to include private sales, often termed the 'gun show loophole,' and to implement firearm registration are ineffective for public safety and infringe upon Second Amendment rights. He cites Canada's failed long gun registry and past government actions like Operation Fast and Furious as reasons for skepticism.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Larry Pratt
  2. 00:20Loretta Lynch's Actions on Gun Control
  3. 01:15Defining a Firearm Dealer
  4. 02:35Purpose of Background Checks
  5. 03:15Operation Fast and Furious
  6. 04:23Gun Show Loophole and Registry Concerns
  7. 05:14Effectiveness of Firearm Registries
  8. 06:09Background Check Statistics
  9. 07:12Government Data Retention Concerns
  10. 09:46Turning the Tide of Public Opinion
  11. 11:30Why Gun Owners Love Their Guns
  12. 13:20Firearms vs. Automobiles Safety
  13. 14:20The Second Amendment and Freedom
  14. 15:07Bundy Ranch Standoff Example
  15. 17:14Where to Learn More about GOA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Gun Show Loophole' that the Obama administration is trying to address?

The 'Gun Show Loophole' refers to the perceived gap in federal law where private individuals can sell firearms at gun shows without conducting background checks, unlike licensed firearm dealers who are required to do so. The Obama administration, through Loretta Lynch, sought to redefine 'dealer' to include these private sales.

What is Larry Pratt's view on firearm registration?

Larry Pratt views firearm registration as a threat to Second Amendment rights and points to Canada's experience with its long gun registry, which was eventually abolished due to unpopularity and ineffectiveness, as a cautionary tale for the United States.

What is the primary purpose of the Second Amendment according to Larry Pratt?

According to Larry Pratt, the primary purpose of the Second Amendment is not for hunting or sport, but to protect freedom by ensuring citizens possess firearms, thereby providing a check against potential government overreach or tyranny.

What is the significance of Operation Fast and Furious in the context of gun control debates?

Larry Pratt uses Operation Fast and Furious to criticize the administration's focus on background checks for private sales. He highlights that the government allegedly supplied firearms to Mexican cartels, which were then used in crimes, questioning the sincerity of their public safety concerns.

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