NRATV Live | The Good, The Bad and the Mission For 2017 - 1/3/17

Published on January 4, 2017
Duration: 2:58

This video discusses the political landscape for gun owners following the 2016 election, highlighting the victory of Donald Trump and its implications for the Second Amendment. It details legislative wins in states like Texas and Ohio for campus carry, and Idaho and Mississippi for permitless carry. Setbacks in states like Washington and Oregon regarding 'assault weapons' bans and California's continued restrictions are also noted. The NRA's role in advocating for gun rights is emphasized throughout.

Quick Summary

The NRA highlighted significant legislative wins for gun owners in 2016, including campus carry in Texas and Ohio, and permitless carry in Idaho and Mississippi. They also noted successes in reducing concealed carry license costs in Florida and protecting public employees' right to carry in Kansas, while opposing Michael Bloomberg's background check initiatives.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Trump Victory & 2017 Outlook
  2. 00:17Wayne LaPierre's Message to NRA Members
  3. 01:052017: A Fantastic Year for Gun Owners
  4. 01:14Supreme Court's Conservative Leanings
  5. 01:232016 Wins for the Second Amendment
  6. 01:30Campus Carry Successes (TX, OH)
  7. 01:36Permitless Carry Victories (ID, MS)
  8. 01:50Florida Concealed Carry License Cost Reduction
  9. 01:57Maine: Bloomberg's Background Check Quest Defeated
  10. 02:03Kansas: Public Employee Firearm Protections
  11. 02:10Setbacks: WA & OR Assault Weapons Bans
  12. 02:20California's Continued Restrictions
  13. 02:33NRA's Biggest Victory: Trump's Election
  14. 02:39Bloomberg-Backed Candidates Lose

Frequently Asked Questions

What were some of the legislative victories for gun owners in 2016?

In 2016, campus carry was enacted in Texas and Ohio, making students and faculty safer. Idaho and Mississippi passed permitless carry bills, and Florida reduced the cost of concealed handgun licenses. Kansas also passed a bill protecting public employees' right to carry firearms at work.

What challenges did gun rights advocates face in 2016?

Challenges included planned 'assault weapons' bans in Washington and Oregon, following California's lead. California also continued its restrictions by banning the AR-15 and limiting ammunition purchases, posing ongoing legislative hurdles.

How did the NRA view the election of Donald Trump?

The NRA considered Donald Trump's election their biggest victory, viewing him as a powerful ally for gun owners. They believed his presidency, along with a conservative Supreme Court, would secure gun rights for decades.

What was the impact of Michael Bloomberg's efforts on gun control in 2016?

The NRA reported successfully fighting back against Michael Bloomberg's quest for expanded background checks. Furthermore, nearly every candidate supported by Bloomberg and his anti-gun stance lost their elections.

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