Mastercard Pressured To Stop Processing Transactions For Kits, Parts, & Accessories

Published on December 31, 2021
Duration: 7:30

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses Rhode Island's General Treasurer, Seth Magaziner, pressuring Mastercard to stop processing transactions for firearm parts, kits, and accessories, particularly those used for 'ghost guns'. The host argues this is a veiled attempt to halt all legal gun part sales and criticizes the political motivations and supporting organizations behind the proposal. The segment emphasizes the importance of vigilance against such measures that could impede lawful firearm ownership and self-defense.

Quick Summary

Rhode Island's General Treasurer, Seth Magaziner, is pressuring Mastercard to stop processing payments for firearm parts, kits, and accessories, particularly those used to assemble untraceable 'ghost guns'. The move is criticized as a political tactic to restrict legal gun sales and impede Second Amendment rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Intro and YouTube Purge
  2. 00:20Rhode Island Pressures Mastercard
  3. 00:52Seth Magaziner's Shareholder Proposal
  4. 01:16True Intent: Halt All Gun Part Sales
  5. 01:40Co-Filers and Supporting Groups
  6. 02:33Rhode Island's Pension Fund Bullying
  7. 03:27Magaziner's Claims on Ghost Guns
  8. 03:50Magaziner's Quote
  9. 04:08Host's Rebuttal and Reality Check
  10. 05:04Criticism of Supporters
  11. 05:37Call to Vigilance and Future Outlook
  12. 06:30Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Rhode Island pressuring Mastercard regarding firearms?

Rhode Island's General Treasurer, Seth Magaziner, has filed a shareholder proposal urging Mastercard to stop processing payments for firearm kits, components, and accessories, specifically targeting items used to build 'ghost guns'.

What are 'ghost guns' in this context?

'Ghost guns' are firearms assembled from kits, components, and accessories, often advertised as untraceable due to the lack of serial numbers or background checks, which is a primary concern for proponents of the Mastercard pressure.

Who supports the move to restrict Mastercard's firearm transactions?

The proposal is supported by groups such as Connecticut Treasurer Shawn Wooden, Mercy Investment Services, Congregation de Soeurs de Saints Noms de Jésus et de Marie, Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace, Moms Demand Action, and Everytown for Gun Safety.

What is the host's perspective on the pressure against Mastercard?

The host views the pressure as a political tactic to halt all legal sales of firearm parts, arguing that criminals will always find ways to obtain firearms and that this measure unfairly targets law-abiding citizens' right to self-defense.

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