MidwayUSA President Matt Fleming at 2013 SHOT Show with NRA News Radio Host Cam Edwards

Published on February 7, 2013
Duration: 10:38

Matt Flemming of MidwayUSA discusses the impact of proposed gun control legislation and the industry's response. He emphasizes that the firearms industry is not profiting from tragedy but is focused on preserving the Second Amendment and the American way of life. Flemming highlights MidwayUSA's customer-centric approach, particularly through the NRA Roundup Program, and their commitment to supporting gun rights organizations.

Quick Summary

Matt Flemming, President of MidwayUSA, emphasizes that the firearms industry does not profit from tragedy and is focused on preserving the Second Amendment. He highlights the NRA Roundup Program, which has collected nearly $9 million for the NRA/ILA, and stresses that the Second Amendment's core purpose is self-protection, not just hunting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction with Matt Flemming
  2. 00:11Current Inventory Challenges
  3. 00:32Response to Obama's Comments on Gun Sales
  4. 01:39Industry's Stance on Tragedy and Sales
  5. 02:15Concern for Long-Term Rights
  6. 03:15Understanding Customers vs. Media Narratives
  7. 03:32MidwayUSA's NRA Roundup Program Explained
  8. 04:50NRA Membership Growth
  9. 05:37Founding Fathers' Intent and the Second Amendment
  10. 06:38Second Amendment Beyond Hunting
  11. 07:05Support for the NRA
  12. 08:43Impact of New York State Legislation
  13. 09:07Monitoring and Adapting to Legislation
  14. 10:26Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MidwayUSA's stance on increased gun sales following tragedies?

Matt Flemming of MidwayUSA states that the company does not like the boom in sales that can occur after tragedies. He views these as short-term phenomena and is more concerned with the long-term preservation of the right to keep and bear arms, emphasizing that the industry is not pleased by such events.

How does the NRA Roundup Program work?

The NRA Roundup Program, initiated by MidwayUSA, allows customers to round up their order total to the nearest dollar. The difference is then donated to the NRA/ILA to support Second Amendment advocacy. Since 1992, this program has collected nearly $9 million on behalf of MidwayUSA's customers.

What is the core purpose of the Second Amendment according to Matt Flemming?

Matt Flemming clarifies that the Second Amendment was established by the Founding Fathers not for hunting, but for the fundamental right of individuals to bear arms for self-protection. He believes that focusing solely on hunting misses the amendment's primary intent.

How is MidwayUSA adapting to new gun control legislation?

MidwayUSA actively monitors evolving legislation, such as that in New York, and makes day-to-day policy changes to comply with laws while prioritizing customer interests. This includes implementing delivery restrictions and communicating with customers affected by new regulations.

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