Obama Pushing International Gun Control Treaty CIFTA

Published on April 24, 2009
Duration: 3:13

This video from Gun Owners of America discusses the CIFTA treaty, an international gun control agreement proposed by President Obama. The treaty, which aims to regulate firearms in the Western Hemisphere, is criticized for potentially infringing on Second Amendment rights and allowing foreign leaders to dictate US gun laws. The organization urges viewers to contact their senators to oppose the treaty.

Quick Summary

The CIFTA treaty is an international gun control agreement for the Western Hemisphere. Concerns for US gun owners include potential infringements on Second Amendment rights, government licensing for ammunition reloading, and foreign leaders influencing US gun laws. President Obama actively pushed for its ratification.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Candidate Obama's Promises
  2. 00:11Obama Administration and Gun Control
  3. 00:23Obama's Mexico Trip and CIFTA
  4. 00:39CIFTA Treaty Explained
  5. 00:53Key Provisions of CIFTA
  6. 01:13CIFTA Supporters' Claims
  7. 01:20Critique of CIFTA's Intent
  8. 01:45Foreign Leaders Involved
  9. 02:14Treaty's Impact on US Laws
  10. 02:31John Kerry's Stance
  11. 02:38Action for Gun Owners

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CIFTA treaty and what are its main concerns for US gun owners?

The CIFTA treaty is an international gun control agreement for the Western Hemisphere. Concerns for US gun owners include potential infringements on Second Amendment rights, government licensing for ammunition reloading, and foreign leaders influencing US gun laws.

Did President Obama support international gun control?

Yes, during his administration, President Obama expressed a desire to reinstate gun bans and actively pushed for the US Senate to ratify the international gun control treaty known as CIFTA.

What specific provisions are included in the CIFTA treaty?

The CIFTA treaty includes provisions such as prohibiting unauthorized firearm manufacturing and exporting, requiring government licenses for reloading ammunition, and forbidding the sale of confiscated firearms to law-abiding citizens.

Who are some of the foreign leaders mentioned in relation to the CIFTA treaty?

The video mentions Venezuelan dictator Hugo Chavez, Bolivian President Evo Morales, and Salvadoran President Salvador Sanchez Ceren as leaders who, through treaties like CIFTA, could influence US gun laws.

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