NRA 2nd VP LtCol Willes Lee (ret) on Kinder Outdoors Podcast // Jan. 23, 2021

Published on January 26, 2021
Duration: 6:40

Lt. Col. Willis Lee, NRA Second VP, discusses the NRA's restructuring and move from New York to Texas. He assures members that programs, training, and membership remain unaffected and will likely improve. The move is framed as a strategic response to perceived 'tyranny' and legal challenges in New York, aiming to better defend Second Amendment rights nationwide.

Quick Summary

The NRA is not filing for bankruptcy; it's undergoing a restructuring called 'Project Freedom' to move operations out of New York. Membership and programs, including training and safety education, remain unaffected and are expected to improve. The organization is considering Texas and other states for relocation to better defend Second Amendment rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Guest Welcome
  2. 00:24NRA Bankruptcy Concerns Addressed
  3. 00:52Project Freedom and Texas Relocation
  4. 01:11NRA Training and Education Programs
  5. 01:26Legal Move Out of New York
  6. 01:45Membership Status and New Gun Owners
  7. 02:03Importance of NRA's Work
  8. 02:13Fight for Freedom and Second Amendment
  9. 02:31NRA.org and NRAForward.org
  10. 02:50New Administration's Intentions
  11. 03:15Preparing for Challenges
  12. 03:37NRA's 150th Anniversary and Future
  13. 03:52Physical Move to Texas Plans
  14. 04:03Headquarters Location and State Attorney Generals
  15. 04:36Reiterating Financial Soundness
  16. 04:59Continuing the Fight
  17. 05:05NRA's Long History
  18. 05:22NRA Membership Strength
  19. 05:45Online Censorship and Attacks
  20. 06:29Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NRA filing for bankruptcy and is my membership at risk?

No, the NRA is not filing for bankruptcy. They are undergoing a restructuring called 'Project Freedom' to move operations out of New York. Your membership and all NRA programs, including training and safety education, remain unaffected and are expected to improve.

Where is the NRA moving its operations?

The NRA is strategically restructuring and moving its operations out of New York. While their headquarters is currently in Northern Virginia, they are actively considering relocating to Texas and have received invitations from approximately five other states.

What is 'Project Freedom' and why is the NRA moving?

'Project Freedom' is the NRA's initiative to move its operations out of New York. This is a legal strategy to escape what they describe as a 'toxic environment' and 'tyranny' that hinders their ability to defend Second Amendment rights effectively.

Will NRA training and education programs continue after the restructuring?

Yes, NRA programs, including firearms education, training, and safety certifications, are a top priority and will remain unchanged. The organization anticipates these programs will actually improve following the operational move.

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