The third tier has had enough.

Published on September 27, 2021
Duration: 2:21

Anthony P. Calandro, Executive Vice President of NGRPC and owner of Gun For Hire, criticizes proposed New Jersey legislation that would criminalize law-abiding citizens by banning standard-capacity magazines. He argues that such measures, which would affect millions of responsible gun owners, do not address the root causes of gun violence and are akin to a de facto gun ban. Calandro questions the logic of making taxpayers felons and suggests focusing on the criminal justice system instead.

Quick Summary

New Jersey's proposed gun legislation is criticized for criminalizing millions of law-abiding citizens by banning standard-capacity magazines. Anthony P. Calandro of NGRPC argues this approach is ineffective against criminals and akin to a de facto gun ban, suggesting reforms to the criminal justice system instead.

Chapters

  1. 00:02Introduction and Speaker Identification
  2. 00:07NGRPC and Gun For Hire Overview
  3. 00:16Gun For Hire Radio and NJ Gun Owners
  4. 00:25Critique of Blaming the NRA
  5. 00:37Targeting Law-Abiding Citizens
  6. 00:50Questioning the Logic of Criminalization
  7. 01:01New Jersey's Strict Gun Laws
  8. 01:08De Facto Gun Ban Concerns
  9. 01:11Impact on Antique and Non-Compliant Firearms
  10. 01:18Magazine Capacity Issues
  11. 01:26Compensation for Seized Property
  12. 01:30Criminals Don't Follow Laws
  13. 01:39Customer Non-Compliance
  14. 01:44Enforcement and Internment Camps
  15. 01:51Loss of Revenue Concerns
  16. 01:56Unanswered Questions on Legislation
  17. 02:03Alternative Solutions: Criminal Justice Reform
  18. 02:13Bail Reform Criticism
  19. 02:16Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the proposed New Jersey gun legislation?

The primary criticism is that the legislation criminalizes millions of law-abiding citizens by banning standard-capacity magazines, rather than addressing the root causes of gun violence. It's argued that this makes responsible gun owners felons overnight without compensation and doesn't deter criminals.

How does the speaker compare the proposed gun law to other issues?

The speaker compares blaming the NRA for gun violence to blaming the American Automobile Association for drunk drivers, suggesting it's a misdirected and illogical approach. They also liken the legislation to a de facto gun ban that penalizes responsible citizens.

What are the concerns regarding magazine capacity laws in New Jersey?

The main concern is that laws restricting magazines to ten rounds or fewer will make millions of existing firearms and their standard-capacity magazines illegal. Owners are left wondering what to do with these now-prohibited items, and if the state will compensate them.

What alternative solutions are suggested for reducing gun violence in New Jersey?

Instead of focusing on restricting law-abiding citizens, the speaker suggests reforming the criminal justice system. This includes potentially 'locking them up and throwing away the key' for criminals and re-evaluating policies like bail reform, which they imply may be too lenient.

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